Strong’s H4390

מָלֵא

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

male'

Pronunciation

mah-LAY

Definition

To fill, be full, fulfill, complete

Meaning

to fill, be full of

Usage

The Hebrew verb "male" primarily means "to fill" or "to be full." It is used in various contexts, including the physical filling of spaces or containers, the fulfillment of time or promises, and the completion of tasks or duties. The word can also imply abundance or being fully satisfied.

Bible references

Genesis 1:22;Genesis 1:28;Genesis 6:11;Genesis 6:13;Genesis 9:1;Genesis 21:19;Genesis 24:16;Genesis 25:24;Genesis 26:15;Genesis 29:21;Genesis 29:27;Genesis 29:28;Genesis 42:25;Genesis 44:1;Genesis 50:3;Genesis 50:3;Exodus 1:7;Exodus 2:16;Exodus 7:25;Exodus 8:21;Exodus 10:6;Exodus 15:9;Exodus 23:26;Exodus 28:3;Exodus 28:17