Hebrew · Nature & Environment
שמיים
shamayim
Sky
Beginnernoun
Definition
The space above the earth; always plural in Hebrew.
Example
השמיים כחולים ובהירים.
The sky is blue and clear.
Etymology
'שמיים' (shamayim) is derived from the root that indicates elevation and height, historically used to describe the heavens. This term has deep roots in biblical literature.
How & Where It’s Used
'שמיים' is used in both spoken and written Hebrew across various contexts ranging from everyday conversation to poetic and religious discussions.
Literary Heritage
Widely referenced in religious texts, poetry, and folklore, symbolizing spirituality and the divine.