Strong’s H1958

הִי

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

hiy

Pronunciation

hah-vah

Definition

To fall, to be, to become

Meaning

lamentation

Usage

The Hebrew verb "הָוָה" (havah) is used to convey the idea of falling, becoming, or existing. It is often employed in contexts that describe a change of state or condition, such as falling into ruin or becoming something different. The term can also imply a sense of being or existence, though it is less frequently used in this sense compared to other Hebrew verbs like "הָיָה" (hayah).

Bible references

Ezekiel 2:10