Strong’s H3644

כְּמוֹ

Part of speech

adverb; conjunction; substantive; conjunction

Transliteration

kmow

Pronunciation

keh-mo or kah-mo

Definition

like, as, according to

Meaning

thus, so

Usage

The Hebrew word "kemo" or "kamo" is a preposition used to draw comparisons or analogies. It is often translated as "like" or "as" in English. This word is used to express similarity, equivalence, or comparison between two entities or concepts. It is a common linguistic tool in Hebrew poetry and prose, providing vivid imagery and deeper understanding through analogy.

Bible references

Genesis 19:15;Genesis 34:15;Genesis 41:39;Genesis 44:15;Genesis 44:18;Exodus 9:14;Exodus 9:18;Exodus 9:24;Exodus 10:14;Exodus 11:6;Exodus 15:5;Exodus 15:8;Exodus 15:11;Exodus 15:11;Exodus 30:32;Exodus 30:33;Exodus 30:38;Leviticus 19:18;Leviticus 19:34;Numbers 23:10;Deuteronomy 4:32;Deuteronomy 5:14;Deuteronomy 5:26;Deuteronomy 7:26;Deuteronomy 18:15