Strong’s H8174

שַׁעַף

Part of speech

Proper Name Masculine

Transliteration

Sha`aph

Pronunciation

shah-AHF

Definition

To pant, to gasp, to long for

Meaning

Shaaph

Usage

The Hebrew verb "sha'aph" primarily conveys the idea of panting or gasping, often used metaphorically to express a deep longing or intense desire. It can describe both physical panting, as in the case of an animal or person out of breath, and a figurative yearning or craving for something.

Bible references

1 Chronicles 2:47;1 Chronicles 2:49