הַ/גַּיְא֙
𐤄/𐤂𐤉𐤀
Gaye
the valley
A geographical feature denoting a valley, ravine, or deep gorge, typically bounded by high sides and sometimes used as a location reference for settlements, travel, or significant events. The term often suggests steep or sharply-defined sides, in contrast to broader, open valleys (עֵמֶק, 'emeq'). The word may describe both arid and lush areas, depending on context, and is frequently associated with both positive and negative symbolism in biblical narrative and poetry.
Numbers 21:20 · Word #2
Lexicon H1516
| Lemma | גַּיְא |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤂𐤉𐤀 |
| Transliteration | Gaye |
| Strong's | H1516 |
| Definition | A geographical feature denoting a valley, ravine, or deep gorge, typically bounded by high sides and sometimes used as a location reference for settlements, travel, or significant events. The term often suggests steep or sharply-defined sides, in contrast to broader, open valleys (עֵמֶק, 'emeq'). The word may describe both arid and lush areas, depending on context, and is frequently associated with both positive and negative symbolism in biblical narrative and poetry. |
Morphology HTd/Ncbsa
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | c — Common — Common noun |
| Gender | b — Both — Both (masculine and feminine) |
| Number | s — Singular — Singular |
| State | a — Absolute — The noun stands independently |
Common Translation
| Phrase | the valley |
SIBI-P1 Translation H1516-07
the deep ravine
| Morphological Notes | Common noun, singular, absolute state, with prefixed definite article; gender listed as both but here grammatically singular. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun גַּיְא denotes a steep-sided, narrow valley or gorge; rendering it as "deep ravine" preserves this specific landform sense. The prefixed definite article הַ־ is reflected in "the," and the singular absolute form is maintained. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
the deep ravine
| Same as P1 | Yes |
| Rationale | SIBI-P1 'the deep ravine' is faithful to the context and the more specific sense of גַּיְא as opposed to general 'valley.' No adjustment needed. |