Strong’s H3934

לָעֵג

Part of speech

Adjective

Transliteration

la`eg

Pronunciation

lah-ayg

Definition

Mockery, derision

Meaning

a buffoon, a foreigner

Usage

The Hebrew word "laeg" refers to the act of mocking or deriding someone. It is often used in the context of scornful or contemptuous speech or behavior. In the biblical text, it conveys a sense of ridicule or belittlement, often directed towards individuals or groups who are marginalized or in a position of vulnerability.

Bible references

Psalm 35:16;Isaiah 28:11