ΣΙΤΟΜΕΤΡΙΟΝ, σιτομετριον
SITOMETRION, sitometrion
Sounds Like: see-toh-MEH-tree-on
Translations: food allowance, portion of food, measure of grain, a food allowance, a portion of food, a measure of grain
From the root: ΣΙΤΟΣ, ΜΕΤΡΟΝ
Part of Speech: Noun
Explanation: This is a compound word meaning a 'food allowance' or 'portion of food'. It refers to the measured amount of grain or food given out, often as a ration or provision. It combines 'sitos' (grain, food) and 'metron' (measure). It is used to describe the distribution of sustenance.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Strong’s number: G4620 (Lookup on BibleHub)
Instances
Tischendorf's Greek New Testament
- Luke — 12:42
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