ΣΕΙΡΗΝ, σειρην
SEIRĒN, seirēn
Sounds Like: sy-REEN
Translations: Siren, a Siren
From the root: ΣΕΙΡΗΝ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This word refers to a Siren, a mythological creature, typically depicted as a half-bird, half-woman (or sometimes half-fish, half-woman) known for luring sailors to their doom with enchanting songs. In Koine Greek, it is used to describe these mythical beings or, by extension, anything that entices or lures with deceptive charm.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Strong’s number: G4612 (Lookup on BibleHub)
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