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Zayin

Description:

Zayin is the seventh letter in the Hebrew alphabet. It is commonly transliterated as 'Z' or 'Zay' in English. Zayin has a numerical value of 7 and is pronounced as a voiced alveolar fricative.

Parts of Speech:

Noun, Adjective

Senses and Usages:

Noun:

1. A letter of the Hebrew alphabet. In gematria, it has a value of 7.
2. A weapon, specifically a sword or a spear.
3. The seventh astrological sign in Judaism, representing the zodiac sign of Libra.

Adjective:

1. Pertaining to or related to the Hebrew letter Zayin.
2. Of or relating to the zodiac sign Libra.

Sample Sentences:

Noun:

1. Hebrew word מַזְלֵג (mazleg) means "fork" and starts with the letter zayin.
2. "With his mighty zayin, the warrior defended his kingdom against the enemy."
3. Those born under the sign of Zayin are believed to have diplomatic skills and a strong sense of justice.

Adjective:

1. She studied the art of calligraphy to improve her zayin script.
2. People with a Libra zayin are known for their balanced and fair nature.

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