Strong’s H8292

שְׁרוּקָה

Part of speech

Noun Feminine

Transliteration

shruwqah

Pronunciation

she-roo-KAH or she-ree-KAH

Definition

Whistling, hissing

Meaning

a whistling, a piping

Usage

The Hebrew words "sheruqah" and "sheriqah" refer to the act of whistling or hissing. In the biblical context, these terms are often used metaphorically to describe a sound that draws attention, either as a signal or as a form of derision. The act of whistling or hissing can be seen as a call to gather or as an expression of scorn.

Bible references

Judges 5:16;Jeremiah 18:16