Strong’s H5009

נְאָקָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

n'aqah

Pronunciation

neh-aw-KAW

Definition

Groaning, lamentation

Meaning

a groan

Usage

The term "neaqah" refers to a deep, often audible expression of pain, distress, or sorrow. It is used in the Hebrew Bible to describe the groaning of individuals or groups who are suffering or in distress. This groaning is often directed towards God, expressing a plea for help or deliverance.

Bible references

Exodus 2:24;Exodus 6:5;Judges 2:18;Ezekiel 30:24