Strong’s H2775

חֶרֶס

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

cherec

Pronunciation

kheh'-res

Definition

Potsherd, shard, earthenware

Meaning

the itch, the sun

Usage

The Hebrew word "cherec" refers to a fragment of pottery or a potsherd. In biblical contexts, it is often used to describe broken pieces of earthenware, which were common in ancient times due to the widespread use of pottery for everyday items. The term can also metaphorically represent something broken or discarded.

Bible references

Deuteronomy 28:27;Judges 8:13;Judges 14:18;Job 9:7