Strong’s H4985

מָתַק

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

mathaq

Pronunciation

maw-thoke'

Definition

To be sweet, to be pleasant

Meaning

to suck, to relish, be sweet

Usage

The Hebrew verb "mathoq" primarily conveys the idea of sweetness or pleasantness, often in a literal sense related to taste, but also metaphorically to describe experiences or words that are delightful or agreeable. It is used to express the sweetness of honey or the pleasantness of speech and wisdom.

Bible references

Exodus 15:25;Job 20:12;Job 21:33;Psalm 55:14;Proverbs 9:17