Strong’s H0480

אִלְּלַי

Part of speech

Interjection

Transliteration

allay

Pronunciation

al-lay

Definition

Woe, Alas

Meaning

alas!

Usage

The Hebrew word "alelay" is an interjection used to express deep sorrow, distress, or lamentation. It is often found in contexts of mourning or when pronouncing judgment or calamity. The term conveys a profound emotional response to tragedy or divine judgment.

Bible references

Job 10:15;Micah 7:1