Strong’s H0389

אַךְ

Part of speech

Adverb

Transliteration

ak

Pronunciation

ahk

Definition

Surely, only, nevertheless, but, indeed

Meaning

a particle of affirmation, surely

Usage

The Hebrew word "ak" is an adverb used to emphasize a statement, often conveying certainty or exclusivity. It can be translated as "surely," "only," "nevertheless," "but," or "indeed," depending on the context. It serves to affirm the truth of a statement or to limit the scope of what is being said.

Bible references

Genesis 7:23;Genesis 9:4;Genesis 9:5;Genesis 18:32;Genesis 20:12;Genesis 23:13;Genesis 26:9;Genesis 27:13;Genesis 27:30;Genesis 29:14;Genesis 34:15;Genesis 34:22;Genesis 34:23;Genesis 44:28;Exodus 10:17;Exodus 12:15;Exodus 12:16;Exodus 21:21;Exodus 31:13;Leviticus 11:4;Leviticus 11:21;Leviticus 11:36;Leviticus 21:23;Leviticus 23:27;Leviticus 23:39