Strong’s H0335
אַי
Part of speech
interrogative adverb
Transliteration
ay
Pronunciation
ah-ee
Definition
Where?; Alas!
Meaning
where?, how?
Usage
The Hebrew word "ay" is primarily used as an interrogative particle meaning "where?" It is often employed in the context of seeking the location of someone or something. In some instances, it can also express a sense of lament or distress, akin to "alas!"
Bible references
Genesis 3:9;Genesis 4:9;Genesis 16:8;Deuteronomy 32:37;Judges 13:6;1 Samuel 9:18;1 Samuel 25:11;1 Samuel 26:16;1 Samuel 30:13;2 Samuel 1:3;2 Samuel 1:13;2 Samuel 15:2;1 Kings 13:12;1 Kings 22:24;2 Kings 3:8;2 Kings 19:13;2 Chronicles 18:23;Esther 7:5;Job 2:2;Job 20:7;Job 28:12;Job 28:20;Job 35:10;Job 38:19;Job 38:19