הַ/סַּלִּ֔ים
𐤄/𐤎𐤋𐤉𐤌
çal
baskets
A woven container, typically made of flexible plant materials (such as reeds or willows), used for carrying or storing items; in biblical contexts, especially food or goods. The term refers specifically to a kind of basket, with attention to its craftsmanship and utility rather than a particular size or ceremonial function.
Genesis 40:18 · Word #7
Lexicon H5536
| Lemma | סַל |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤎𐤋 |
| Transliteration | çal |
| Strong's | H5536 |
| Definition | A woven container, typically made of flexible plant materials (such as reeds or willows), used for carrying or storing items; in biblical contexts, especially food or goods. The term refers specifically to a kind of basket, with attention to its craftsmanship and utility rather than a particular size or ceremonial function. |
Morphology HTd/Ncmpa
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | c — Common — Common noun |
| Gender | m — Masculine — Masculine |
| Number | p — Plural — Plural |
| State | a — Absolute — The noun stands independently |
Common Translation
| Phrase | baskets |
SIBI-P1 Translation H5536-04
the woven baskets
| Morphological Notes | Noun, masculine plural absolute with definite article ("the"). |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun סַל derives from the root סלל, conveying the idea of piling or weaving together materials; "woven baskets" reflects this craftsmanship and container function. The plural definite form is preserved as "the ... baskets." |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
the woven baskets
| Same as P1 | Yes |
| Rationale | P1 accurately conveys the definite article and the specific noun, including the detail about them being woven. This detail is appropriate given the SILEX definition, and the context refers to specific baskets in the dream. |