וֶרֶד
🌹 rose
Meet Vav
vahv · numeric value 6
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These are three forms of the same letter. The Torah-style font is for recognition, not a guide to writing a ritual scroll.
v; also o or u with vowel marks.
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Vav is letter 6 of the Hebrew alphabet. Start by finding it in the examples below, then say a word together before picking up a pencil.
Vav is the sixth letter. Added to the beginning of a word, it often serves as the conjunction and. Its sound depends on the vowel marks and the word.
A dot above vav can mark o, while a dot in its side can mark u. Begin with the consonant v in vered, meaning rose.
Frequently asked questions
What sound does Vav make?
v; also o or u with vowel marks. A dot above vav can mark o, while a dot in its side can mark u. Begin with the consonant v in vered, meaning rose.
What is the numeric value of Vav?
Its ordinary gematria value is 6. Gematria assigns numbers to letters; it is separate from learning to pronounce a word.
Does Vav have a final form?
No. This letter keeps its regular form at the end of a word.
Explore more: All Hebrew letters, and Vowel marks.
Words to explore
וָפֶל
🧇 wafer
וִילוֹן
🪟 curtain
Follow the writing guide
A dot above vav can mark o, while a dot in its side can mark u. Begin with the consonant v in vered, meaning rose. This animation follows the print-letter tracing paths. Handwriting styles can differ.
Reference: Gesenius, Hebrew Grammar, section 5 (alphabet and numbering). Sound guides here describe modern Israeli Hebrew; family and community pronunciations vary.