ΟΥ̓Κ, οὐκ
OUK, ouk
Sounds Like: OOK
Translations: not, no
From the root: ΟΥ̓Κ
Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle
Explanation: This word is a negative particle used to express absolute negation. It typically precedes verbs, adjectives, or adverbs to deny or contradict a statement. It is used when the negation is a statement of fact, as opposed to a hypothetical or willed negation. It has variant forms like οὐ (ou) before a consonant and οὐχ (ouch) before a rough breathing.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Strong’s number: G3756 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
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From the same root
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- ΟΥ̓ΚἸΣΤΕ — not, no, not at all
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