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Salem

SAY-luhm

Salem (name) means a place name of Hebrew origin meaning "peace," notably a city in Massachusetts known for the 1692 witch trials. Example: “The Salem witch trials remain a dark chapter in American history.”

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A place name of Hebrew origin meaning "peace," notably a city in Massachusetts known for the 1692 witch trials.
"The Salem witch trials remain a dark chapter in American history."

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Etymology

From Biblical Hebrew שָׁלֵם (šālēm) (Genesis 14:18).

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Frequently asked questions

What does “Salem” mean?

The word “Salem” means a place name of Hebrew origin meaning "peace," notably a city in Massachusetts known for the 1692 witch trials.

How do you pronounce “Salem”?

“Salem” is pronounced SAY-luhm (/ˈseɪləm/ in IPA).

How do you use “Salem” in a sentence?

Here is “Salem” used in a sentence: “The Salem witch trials remain a dark chapter in American history.”

What part of speech is “Salem”?

“Salem” is a name.

Is “Salem” a common word?

“Salem” is an uncommon word in modern English.

What is Salem best known for historically?

Salem, Massachusetts, is best known for the 1692 witch trials, a notorious episode in colonial American history. The name has since become closely associated with that event in popular culture.

Is Salem only the name of the city in Massachusetts?

No, Salem is a place name used for multiple towns and cities, since it derives from a common Hebrew word for "peace." The Massachusetts city is the most widely recognized because of its historical association with the 1692 witch trials.

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