It is derived from the root verb דְחַל (d'ḥal), which means "to fear, to be afraid."
There are other words in Aramaic that can also be translated as "fear," depending on the specific context, such as:
* פַּחַד (paḥad): This word emphasizes the feeling of trepidation and anxiety.
* רַעֲדָה (ra'edā): This word describes the physical reaction of trembling or shaking due to fear.
The specific word used in Aramaic will depend on the nuances of the situation and the intended meaning.