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מֶתֶק H4986
H4986 is the Hebrew word מֶתֶק, transliterated metheq and said meh'-thek. The King James Version most often renders it sweetness.
What it means
figuratively, pleasantness (of discourse).
Where it comes from
from H4985 (מָתַק).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 2 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: sweetness.
Verses using מֶתֶק
All 2 verses, quoted in full.
Proverbs 16:21 · KJV
The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness of the lips increaseth learning.
Proverbs 27:9 · KJV
Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness of a man’s friend by hearty counsel.
Common questions
What does Strong's H4986 mean?
H4986 is the Hebrew word מֶתֶק (metheq), meaning figuratively, pleasantness (of discourse).
How is H4986 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it sweetness (2 times).
How many times does H4986 appear in the Bible?
מֶתֶק (metheq) is tagged in 2 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does H4986 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: from H4985 (מָתַק).
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