17.8 Imperfect Vav Consecutive: Spelling (Strong)
The Imperfect VAV CONSECUTIVE is spelled, וַיִּ
Vav + **Patach + Dagesh Forte**- This is QIwc
- Also called
W_a_yiqtolfrom וַיִּקְטֹל - Similar to the independent preposition with the definite article
- In the 1cs form, the Aleph preformative rejects the Dagesh, resulting in Compensatory Lengthening
| QI | QIwc | |
|---|---|---|
| 3ms | יִקְטֹל | וַיִּקְטֹל |
| 1cs | אֶקְטֹל | וָאֶקְטֹל |
| 3cp | יִקְטְלוּ | וַיִּקְטְלוּ |