Strong’s H1766

דָּחַק

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

dachaq

Pronunciation

dah-khak'

Definition

To press, to oppress, to crowd

Meaning

to press, oppress

Usage

The Hebrew verb "dachaq" primarily conveys the idea of pressing or crowding, often in a figurative sense to describe oppression or distress. It is used to depict situations where individuals or groups are under pressure or experiencing hardship, whether physically, emotionally, or socially.

Bible references

Judges 2:18;Joel 2:8