Strong’s H7739

שְׁוָה

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

shvah

Pronunciation

shə-vah'

Definition

To be equal, to level, to resemble

Meaning

to resemble

Usage

The Hebrew verb "shvah" primarily conveys the idea of equality or resemblance. It is used to describe the act of making something level or equal, often in a metaphorical sense. This can refer to physical leveling, such as making a path straight, or to abstract concepts, such as comparing or equating one thing with another.

Bible references

Daniel 3:29;Daniel 5:21