Ishmael
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Name — In the Bible, the eldest son of Abraham, traditionally regarded as an ancestor of the Arab peoples.
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Etymology
From Hebrew yishma'el ("God hears").
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What does “Ishmael” mean?
The word “Ishmael” means in the Bible, the eldest son of Abraham, traditionally regarded as an ancestor of the Arab peoples. In plain terms, a biblical figure and given name, sometimes used figuratively to mean an outcast.
How do you pronounce “Ishmael”?
“Ishmael” is pronounced IHSH-may-uhl (/ˈɪʃ.meɪ.əl/ in IPA).
How do you use “Ishmael” in a sentence?
Here is “Ishmael” used in a sentence: “Ishmael is honoured in Islamic tradition as a prophet.”
What part of speech is “Ishmael”?
Depending on how it is used, “Ishmael” can be a name and a noun.
Where does the word “Ishmael” come from?
The word “Ishmael” comes from Hebrew. From Hebrew yishma'el ("God hears").
How many meanings does “Ishmael” have?
“Ishmael” has 3 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: in the Bible, the eldest son of Abraham, traditionally regarded as an ancestor of the Arab peoples.