Metheq — H4986

Definition

masculine noun

figuratively, pleasantness (of discourse)

1. sweetness

Usually translated as

sweetness

Origin

from H4985

• Derived from Mâthaq (H4985)

Occurrences

Metheq occurs 2 times in the King James.

Distribution of the word across the Bible: Proverbs (2)

• Proverbs 16:21 — The wise in heart shall be called prudent: and the sweetness (וּמֶ֥תֶק) of the lips increaseth learning.
• Proverbs 27:9 — Ointment and perfume rejoice the heart: so doth the sweetness (וּמֶ֥תֶק) of a man’s friend by hearty counsel.