Shalt: meaning, definitions and examples
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shalt
[ ʃælt ]
archaic usage
Shalt is an archaic form of the verb 'shall,' which is used to indicate a future action or obligation. It is primarily found in biblical texts and literary works from earlier centuries, reflecting a formal or solemn tone.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- Thou shalt not steal.
- He shall be a good leader.
- You shalt be rewarded for your efforts.
Translations
Translations of the word "shalt" in other languages:
🇵🇹 deverás
- dever
- terás
🇮🇳 तुम करोगे
🇩🇪 du wirst
🇮🇩 kamu akan
🇺🇦 ти будеш
🇵🇱 ty będziesz musiał
🇯🇵 あなたはするでしょう
🇫🇷 tu devras
🇪🇸 tú deberás
🇹🇷 sen yapacaksın
🇰🇷 너는 할 것이다
🇸🇦 سوف تفعل
🇨🇿 budeš muset
🇸🇰 máš
🇨🇳 你将会
🇸🇮 ti boš moral
🇮🇸 þú munt
🇰🇿 сен істейсің
🇬🇪 შენ გამოგივა
🇦🇿 sən etməlisən
🇲🇽 tú deberás
Etymology
The word 'shalt' is derived from the Old English word 'scealt', which is a form of 'shall.' Its roots can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic '*skalō', which also meant 'to owe' or 'to be obliged.' This word reflects the notion of duty or necessity. 'Shalt' was commonly used in Early Modern English and is now mostly found in religious or poetic contexts, such as in the King James Bible, where it emphasizes solemn commands. Over time, as the English language evolved, 'shalt' fell out of common usage, being replaced by the more simplified 'shall'. Nevertheless, it persists in certain dialects and literary forms, showcasing the historical richness of the English language.