Strong’s H5287
נָעַר
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
na`ar
Pronunciation
nah-AR
Definition
Boy, lad, youth, servant
Meaning
to tumble about
Usage
The Hebrew word "naar" primarily refers to a young male, often translated as "boy" or "lad" in English. It can also denote a servant or attendant, reflecting a position of service or apprenticeship. The term is used to describe individuals in various stages of youth, from infancy to young adulthood, and sometimes even young men in positions of servitude or learning.
Bible references
Exodus 14:27;Judges 16:20;Nehemiah 5:13;Nehemiah 5:13;Nehemiah 5:13;Job 38:13;Psalm 109:23;Psalm 136:15;Isaiah 33:9;Isaiah 33:15;Isaiah 52:2