שַׂכִּ֣ין
𐤔𐤊𐤉𐤍
sakkîyn
a knife
A tool or instrument consisting of a sharp blade set in a handle, used for cutting; principally, a knife. In Biblical contexts, refers specifically to knives used in ritual, sacrificial, or culinary functions. The term usually indicates a pointed or edged cutting implement, rather than a sword or large weapon.
Proverbs 23:2 · Word #2
Lexicon H7915
| Lemma | שַׂכִּין |
| Lemma (Paleo) | 𐤔𐤊𐤉𐤍 |
| Transliteration | sakkîyn |
| Strong's | H7915 |
| Definition | A tool or instrument consisting of a sharp blade set in a handle, used for cutting; principally, a knife. In Biblical contexts, refers specifically to knives used in ritual, sacrificial, or culinary functions. The term usually indicates a pointed or edged cutting implement, rather than a sword or large weapon. |
Morphology HNcmsa
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Subtype | c — Common — Common noun |
| Gender | m — Masculine — Masculine |
| Number | s — Singular — Singular |
| State | a — Absolute — The noun stands independently |
Common Translation
| Phrase | a knife |
SIBI-P1 Translation H7915-01
pointed knife
| Morphological Notes | Masculine singular common noun, absolute state. |
| Rendering Rationale | The rendering preserves the primary sense of sharpness or pointedness inherent in the root שׂכן, while accurately reflecting the noun as a singular masculine cutting implement. "Pointed knife" highlights both its physical form and its function as a small bladed tool. |
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