How to Pronounce "omer"
word
ˈoʊmɝ
OH-mer
ˈəʊmɐ
OH-muh
Definition
An omer is an ancient Hebrew unit of dry measure, mentioned in the Bible, roughly equal to 2.2 liters or about 2 quarts.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈoʊmɝ
British English
ˈəʊmɐ
Simplified Pronunciation
US
OH-mer
UK
OH-muh
Listen in Context
An omer was used to measure grain in ancient times.
The Bible mentions the word omer when talking about manna.
The priest collected an omer of barley.
During Passover, Jews start counting the days of the Omer.