Strong’s H4752

מַר

Part of speech

Noun Masculine

Transliteration

mar

Pronunciation

mar

Definition

Bitter

Meaning

a drop

Usage

The Hebrew word "mar" primarily denotes bitterness, both in a literal and metaphorical sense. It is used to describe the taste of something unpleasant, as well as to express emotional distress or hardship. In the Bible, "mar" often conveys the idea of suffering, sorrow, or a difficult experience.

Bible references

Isaiah 40:15