Strong’s H5541
סָלָה
Part of speech
Verb
Transliteration
calah
Pronunciation
tsaw-law'
Definition
Roast, bake
Meaning
to hang up, weigh, contemn
Usage
The Hebrew verb "calah" primarily means to roast or bake, often referring to the preparation of food, particularly meat. It is used in contexts where food is cooked over a fire or in an oven, indicating a method of cooking that involves dry heat.
Bible references
Job 28:16;Job 28:19;Psalm 119:118;Lamentations 1:15