Strong’s H5169

נָחַץ

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

nachats

Pronunciation

naw-khats'

Definition

To press, drive, oppress

Meaning

to be urgent

Usage

The Hebrew verb "nachats" primarily conveys the idea of pressing or driving, often in the context of exerting pressure or oppression. It can refer to physical pressure or metaphorical oppression, such as the burden placed upon individuals or groups by external forces.

Bible references

1 Samuel 21:9