Asher
3 synonyms for Asher, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Name — Jacob's eighth son, born to his wife's handmaid Zilpah.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Ascher
Osher
Etymology
Comes from Hebrew אָשֵׁר ('ashér).
Full origin of Asher →Frequently asked questions
What does “Asher” mean?
The word “Asher” means the eighth son of Jacob, by his wife's handmaid Zilpah.
How do you pronounce “Asher”?
“Asher” is pronounced A-shuh (/ˈæ.ʃɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “Asher” in a sentence?
Here is “Asher” used in a sentence: “And out of the tribe of Asher, Mishal with her suburbs, Abdon with her suburbs,.”
What part of speech is “Asher”?
Depending on how it is used, “Asher” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Asher” come from?
The word “Asher” comes from Hebrew. From Hebrew אָשֵׁר ('ashér).
Is “Asher” a common word?
“Asher” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “Asher” have?
“Asher” has 7 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: the eighth son of Jacob, by his wife's handmaid Zilpah.
