2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: DEH

Translations: but, and, now, then, moreover, however

Notes: ΔΕ is a common Koine Greek particle or conjunction used to connect clauses or sentences. It often indicates a transition, a contrast, or a continuation of thought. It can be translated in various ways depending on the context, such as 'but' when indicating opposition, 'and' when simply continuing a narrative, or 'now'/'then' when marking a new point or development.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΑΛΛΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'and' or 'but'. It is an ancient particle used to connect ideas or introduce new information.

G4314

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

Translations: to, toward, with, against, for, at, near, by, in relation to

Notes: This is a common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. It indicates direction, relation, or purpose, and its precise meaning often depends on the case of the noun it governs. For example, with the accusative case, it typically means 'to' or 'toward' (indicating motion or direction), 'against' (indicating opposition), or 'in relation to'. With the genitive case, it can mean 'from' (indicating origin or source) or 'in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'at' or 'near' (indicating proximity). It is used to express a wide range of relationships between actions, objects, and people.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs various cases (accusative, genitive, dative).

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'forward, toward'. It is related to other words indicating movement or direction.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOOS

Translations: the, them, those

Notes: ΤΟΥΣ is the masculine plural accusative form of the definite article or demonstrative pronoun 'ὁ'. As an article, it functions like 'the' in English, specifying a noun that is already known or has been previously mentioned. As a pronoun, it means 'them' or 'those', referring to a group of masculine individuals or things in the accusative case, indicating they are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *so- (demonstrative pronoun).

G0423

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: an-en-DEK-ton

Translations: impossible, not possible, unavoidable

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'impossible' or 'unavoidable'. It describes something that cannot happen or cannot be prevented. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀν-' (an-, a negative prefix meaning 'un-' or 'not'), 'ἐν' (en, meaning 'in' or 'among'), and 'δέχομαι' (dechomai, meaning 'to receive' or 'to accept'). Thus, it literally means 'not to be received' or 'not to be accepted', leading to the sense of impossibility or inevitability.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΔΥΝΑΤΟΣ, ΑΜΗΧΑΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΝΕΝΔΕΚΤΟΣ is derived from the negative prefix ἀν- (an-, 'un-', 'not') combined with the verb ἐνδέχομαι (endechomai, 'to admit of', 'to be possible'). The root verb itself comes from ἐν (en, 'in') and δέχομαι (dechomai, 'to receive').

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ES-tee

Translations: is, he is, she is, it is, there is, exists, it exists, it is possible

Notes: This word is a common form of the verb 'to be' in Koine Greek. It indicates existence, identity, or a state of being. It can be used to link a subject to a predicate, or to simply state that something exists.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The root verb ΕΙΜΙ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to be' or 'to exist'. It is one of the most fundamental verbs in the Greek language.

G3588, G3778

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun, Particle

Sounds like: too

Translations: of the, of him, of it, of this, to, in order to

Notes: This word is a form of the definite article 'the' or a demonstrative pronoun 'this/that'. It is most commonly used to indicate possession or relationship, translating as 'of the' or 'of him/it'. It can also be used before an infinitive verb to express purpose, meaning 'to' or 'in order to'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word 'Ο' (ho), from which 'ΤΟΥ' is derived, comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient word that has evolved to serve various grammatical functions in Greek.

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: TAH

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΑ is the neuter plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, indicating that a noun is definite or previously mentioned. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, and in this form, it can be used for both nominative (subject) and accusative (direct object) cases.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into a definite article in Greek.

G3361

Part of Speech: Particle, Adverb

Sounds like: MAY

Translations: not, lest, no, do not

Notes: ΜΗ is a negative particle used in Koine Greek to express a subjective negation. It is typically used with non-indicative moods (like the subjunctive, imperative, infinitive, or participle) to express prohibition, a condition, or a denial of something that is wished for or imagined. For example, it is used in commands like 'do not do this' or in clauses expressing fear or purpose, such as 'lest something happen'. It contrasts with 'οὐ' (ou), which negates objective facts.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΜΗ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient negative particle that has been present in various forms across Indo-European languages.

G2064

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EL-thin

Translations: to come, to go, to arrive

Notes: ΕΛΘΙΝ is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), which means 'to come' or 'to go'. As an infinitive, it functions like the English 'to come' or 'to go', often used to express purpose, result, or as the object of another verb. For example, 'he desired to come' or 'they were ready to go'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The root verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₁erǵʰ-, meaning 'to go, to move'. It is a common verb in Koine Greek and has cognates in other Indo-European languages.

G4133

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: PLAYN

Translations: but, nevertheless, except, only, however, save, yet, notwithstanding, (except) for

Notes: This word functions as an adverb, conjunction, or preposition, indicating an exception, contrast, or limitation. As an adverb, it means 'nevertheless' or 'only'. As a conjunction, it means 'but' or 'however', introducing a contrasting statement. As a preposition, it means 'except' or 'save', typically followed by a genitive case, indicating exclusion.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΑ, ΕΙ ΜΗ, ΧΩΡΙΣ

Etymology: From an obsolete root, possibly related to πλῆθος (plēthos, 'multitude'), suggesting a sense of 'fullness' or 'completeness' from which something is excluded.

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: DEE

Translations: through, by means of, on account of, because of, 14

Notes: This word is most commonly an elided form of the preposition ΔΙΑ (dia), meaning 'through', 'by means of', 'on account of', or 'because of'. It is used to indicate the means by which something is done or the reason for an action. It can also represent the Greek numeral 14, indicated by a keraia (a mark similar to an apostrophe) which is often omitted in transcription.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition or numeral)

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΥΠΟ, ΕΝΕΚΕΝ

Etymology: The preposition ΔΙΑ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'through' or 'apart'.

G3756, G3757

Part of Speech: Adverb, Relative Adverb, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OO

Translations: not, no, where, of whom, of which, when

Notes: This word, written without diacritics, can represent at least two distinct Koine Greek words. It most commonly functions as a negative particle (οὐ), meaning 'not' or 'no', used to express a direct and objective negation. It can also function as a relative adverb (οὗ), meaning 'where' or 'when', indicating place or time, or as a relative genitive pronoun, meaning 'of whom' or 'of which'. The precise meaning depends on the context and the original diacritics.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a particle/adverb); Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter (as a relative pronoun)

Synonyms: ΜΗ, ΟΠΟΥ

Etymology: The negative particle οὐ (ou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *ne, meaning 'not'. The relative adverb/pronoun οὗ (hou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *kʷo-, a pronominal stem.

G3081

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: loo-see-teh-LEH-ee

Translations: it is profitable, it is advantageous, it is expedient, it is useful

Notes: This is an impersonal verb meaning 'it is profitable' or 'it is advantageous'. It is often used to express what is beneficial or expedient for someone, typically followed by a dative case indicating the person for whom it is profitable. It can also refer to something being useful or serving a good purpose.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΦΕΡΕΙ, ΩΦΕΛΕΙ

Etymology: The word is a compound of λύσις (lysis), meaning 'a loosening, a paying', and τέλος (telos), meaning 'end, purpose, payment'. Thus, it literally means 'to pay the end' or 'to pay the cost', implying that the cost is paid for a beneficial outcome.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: (to) him, (to) her, (to) it, (to) them, (for) him, (for) her, (for) it, (for) them, himself, herself, itself, themselves, the same

Notes: This word is a personal pronoun that can also function as an adjective. In its pronominal use, it typically means 'him', 'her', 'it', or 'them', depending on the gender and number. When used intensively, it can mean 'himself', 'herself', 'itself', or 'themselves', emphasizing the subject. As an adjective, it means 'the same'. The form ΑΥΤΩ is in the dative case, indicating the indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ, ΟΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΥΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly from a demonstrative pronominal stem. It is a fundamental pronoun in Greek, used across various dialects and periods.

G1487, G1488

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Verb

Sounds like: AY

Translations: if, whether, that, if indeed, if then, you are, be

Notes: This word has two primary uses in Koine Greek. Most commonly, it functions as a conditional particle meaning 'if', introducing a condition or a question. It can also be the second person singular present indicative active form of the verb 'to be', meaning 'you are' or 'be'. The context of the sentence determines which meaning is intended.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a conjunction); Second Person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Active (as a verb)

Synonyms: ΕΑΝ, ΕΙΠΕΡ, ΕΣΤΙΝ

Etymology: The conjunction 'εἰ' comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'if' or 'whether'. The verb form 'εἰ' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root for 'to be'.

G3037

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LI-thos

Translations: stone, a stone, rock, a rock

Notes: This word refers to a stone or a rock. It is a common noun used to describe any piece of solid mineral matter, ranging from small pebbles to large boulders. It can be used literally for physical stones or metaphorically for something hard or unyielding.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΕΤΡΑ, ΒΡΑΧΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΛΙΘΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It has cognates in other Indo-European languages, suggesting an ancient root.

G4029

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: peh-ree-KAI-tai

Translations: lies around, surrounds, is clothed with, is encompassed by, is afflicted with, is burdened with, is laid around

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from περί (peri, 'around') and κεῖμαι (keimai, 'to lie'). It means to lie around, to surround, or to be placed around something. It can also imply being encompassed by or afflicted with something, such as a weakness or a burden. In the provided examples, it describes something being placed around a person's neck or a person being afflicted with weakness.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΚΥΚΛΟΩ, ΠΕΡΙΒΑΛΛΩ, ΕΧΩ

G4012

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PEH-ree

Translations: about, concerning, around, for, on behalf of, with respect to, at, near

Notes: This word is a preposition that can take either the genitive or accusative case, and its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'about', 'concerning', 'for', or 'on behalf of'. When used with the accusative case, it usually indicates spatial 'around', 'about' (in the sense of movement or position), 'at', or 'near'. It can also be used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'around' or 'excessive'.

Inflection: Governs Genitive or Accusative case; Does not inflect itself

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peri, meaning 'around, about'. It is cognate with English 'peri-' (as in 'perimeter') and Latin 'per'.

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: toh

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΟ is the neuter singular form of the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek. It is used to specify a noun, much like 'the' in English. It can function as both the subject (nominative case) or the direct object (accusative case) of a sentence when referring to a neuter singular noun.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The Greek definite article, including ΤΟ, derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. Its forms developed to agree in gender, number, and case with the nouns they modify.

G2532

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

Notes: ΚΑΙ is a very common conjunction in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'and' to connect words, phrases, or clauses. It can also function as an adverb, emphasizing a word or phrase with meanings like 'also' or 'even'. In some contexts, it can introduce a contrast, similar to 'but', or indicate sequence, meaning 'then'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΚΑΙ is an ancient particle, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has remained remarkably stable in form and function throughout the history of the Greek language.

G4496

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ehr-RHEIP-tai

Translations: it has been cast, it has been thrown, it has been hurled, it has been cast down

Notes: This word is the third person singular, perfect indicative passive form of the verb 'ῥίπτω' (rhiptō). It describes an action that has been completed in the past and whose result continues into the present, specifically indicating that something 'has been cast' or 'has been thrown'. It implies a decisive and forceful action of discarding or depositing something.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Perfect Indicative, Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΒΕΒΛΗΤΑΙ, ΕΚΒΕΒΛΗΤΑΙ

Etymology: The verb ῥίπτω (rhiptō) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is related to the idea of throwing or casting with force.

G1519, G1520

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: EES

Translations: into, to, for, toward, among, in, a, an, one

Notes: As a preposition, ΕΙΣ (eis) indicates motion or direction towards a place, person, or purpose, often translated as 'into,' 'to,' or 'for.' It always takes the accusative case. For example, 'into the house' or 'to God.' It can also be used to express purpose or result. As a numeral, ΕΙΣ (heis) means 'one' and is the masculine nominative singular form, often translated as 'a,' 'an,' or 'one.'

Inflection: Preposition: Does not inflect. Numeral: Masculine, Nominative, Singular (other forms exist for other genders and cases).

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en-s, an extended form of the preposition *en (in).

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: TANE

Translations: the

Notes: ΤΗΝ is the feminine singular accusative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun that is feminine in gender, singular in number, and in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions. For example, it would be used before a feminine singular noun like 'πόλιν' (city) when 'city' is the direct object.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The Koine Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It evolved from an earlier demonstrative particle, becoming a grammatical marker for definiteness.

G2281

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: tha-LAS-san

Translations: sea, a sea

Notes: This word refers to a large body of salt water, such as an ocean or a large lake. It is commonly used to describe the sea as a physical location or as a powerful natural force. In sentences, it often appears as the direct object of a verb, indicating something done to or with the sea.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΩΚΕΑΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'thalassa' is of pre-Greek, Mediterranean origin, likely borrowed into Greek from an earlier language spoken in the Aegean region. It is not derived from Proto-Indo-European roots.

G3588, G3739, G2228

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Conjunction, Interjection

Sounds like: AY

Translations: the, who, which, or, oh, ah

Notes: This word is most commonly used as the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek, specifically as the feminine nominative singular form (e.g., 'the cry') or the neuter nominative/accusative plural form. It can also function as a relative pronoun meaning 'who' or 'which' (feminine nominative singular). Additionally, it can be a conjunction meaning 'or' or an interjection expressing surprise or emotion, similar to 'oh' or 'ah'. Its meaning is highly dependent on context.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Singular (Definite Article or Relative Pronoun); Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Plural (Definite Article); Does not inflect (Conjunction or Interjection)

Etymology: The Greek definite article and related forms derive from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun. The conjunction and interjection forms have separate, though related, origins within Proto-Indo-European.

G2443

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: EE-nah

Translations: in order that, that, so that, to

Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce a clause expressing purpose, result, or content. It often translates to 'in order that' or simply 'that' when indicating the aim or outcome of an action. It can also be used to express a command or exhortation, especially when followed by the subjunctive mood.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΠΩΣ, ΩΣΤΕ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en- (in). It is related to the preposition 'in' and developed into a conjunction expressing purpose or result.

G4625

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: skan-DA-li-see

Translations: stumbling block, cause of stumbling, offense, scandal, a stumbling block, an offense

Notes: This word refers to something that causes someone to stumble, fall, or sin. It can be a trap, an impediment, or anything that leads a person into moral failure or spiritual apostasy. It is often used in a figurative sense to describe something that offends or causes someone to lose faith.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΚΟΜΜΑ, ΠΑΓΙΣ

Etymology: The word derives from the Greek noun 'σκανδάλον' (skandalon), which originally referred to the movable stick or trigger of a trap, a snare, or a stumbling block. It later developed the figurative meaning of an offense or cause of sin.

G4337

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-EKH-eh-teh

Translations: pay attention, take heed, beware, give heed, attend to, apply oneself

Notes: This word means to direct one's mind or attention towards something, to be cautious, or to apply oneself diligently. It is often used in the imperative mood to give a command or warning, urging someone to be careful or to listen closely. It can also mean to hold to or devote oneself to something.

Inflection: Present, Active, Imperative, Second Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΧΕΙΝ, ΕΠΙΜΕΛΕΙΣΘΑΙ, ΦΥΛΑΣΣΕΣΘΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb ΕΧΩ (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. Thus, it literally means 'to hold towards' or 'to direct towards'.

G1438

Part of Speech: Reflexive Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-ah-TOYS

Translations: (to) themselves, (for) themselves, themselves, (among) themselves

Notes: This is a reflexive pronoun, meaning 'himself, herself, itself, themselves'. It is used when the action of the verb is directed back to the subject of the sentence. For example, 'they gave to themselves' or 'they saw themselves'. It emphasizes that the subject is both the actor and the recipient of the action.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, All genders (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter)

Etymology: From Ancient Greek, a compound of the reflexive pronoun 'ἑός' (heos, 'his own') and the intensive pronoun 'αὐτός' (autos, 'self').

G1437

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: eh-AHN

Translations: if, when, whenever, although

Notes: This word is a conditional conjunction used to introduce a protasis (the 'if' clause) in a conditional sentence. It often implies a condition that is possible or expected to occur, or a general truth. It can also be used to mean 'when' or 'whenever' in a general sense, or even 'although' in some contexts.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΙ

Etymology: From the conjunction εἰ (ei, 'if') and the particle ἄν (an), which indicates potentiality or contingency. It combines these elements to form a conditional conjunction.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Letter

Sounds like: OH

Translations: the, who, which, O

Notes: Ο is primarily the masculine singular nominative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun, similar to 'the' in English. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', introducing a relative clause. Additionally, 'Ο' is the fifteenth letter of the Greek alphabet, Omicron, which corresponds to the short 'o' sound.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative (for the article/relative pronoun); Does not inflect (for the letter)

Etymology: The definite article 'Ο' derives from Proto-Indo-European. The letter 'Ο' (Omicron) is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'.

G0080

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-DEL-fos

Translations: brother, a brother, fellow believer, countryman, kinsman

Notes: This word refers primarily to a male sibling, a brother. However, in a broader sense, it can also denote a fellow human being, a countryman, a kinsman, or, especially in a religious context, a fellow believer or disciple. It is commonly used to address or refer to members of a community or group who share a common bond.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΔΕΛΦΟΤΗΣ, ΣΥΝΤΕΚΝΟΣ

Etymology: From the prefix 'α-' (a-) meaning 'together' and 'δελφύς' (delphys) meaning 'womb'. Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb', referring to siblings.

G2008

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ee-tee-MAY-son

Translations: rebuke, warn, admonish, charge, censure

Notes: This word means to rebuke, warn, or admonish someone, often with the implication of a strong or authoritative correction. It is used to express disapproval or to prevent someone from doing something wrong, or to command them to do something. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΕΠΙ (upon, over) and ΤΙΜΑΩ (to honor, to value), but in this context, it takes on the meaning of placing a 'value' or 'judgment' upon someone, hence 'rebuke'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Imperative, Second Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΛΕΓΧΩ, ΝΟΥΘΕΤΕΩ

G3341

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: meh-tah-NO-ay-see

Translations: repentance, a repentance, change of mind, a change of mind

Notes: This word refers to a change of mind, a turning around, or a transformation of one's inner thoughts and purpose, often implying a turning away from sin and towards God. It signifies a fundamental shift in one's perspective and direction in life.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑΜΕΛΕΙΑ, ΕΠΙΣΤΡΟΦΗ

Etymology: The word ΜΕΤΑΝΟΗΣΗ (metanoēsis) is derived from the verb ΜΕΤΑΝΟΕΩ (metanoeō), which is a compound of ΜΕΤΑ (meta), meaning 'after' or 'change', and ΝΟΕΩ (noeō), meaning 'to perceive' or 'to think'. Thus, it literally means 'to think differently afterwards' or 'to change one's mind'.

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: THAYS

Translations: of the

Notes: ΤΗΣ is the genitive, singular, feminine form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for feminine singular nouns. For example, 'the house of the woman' would use ΤΗΣ for 'of the woman'. It functions similarly to 'of the' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The Greek definite article 'Ο' (of which ΤΗΣ is an inflection) derives from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun root. It evolved to function as a definite article in ancient Greek, marking nouns as specific or previously mentioned.

G1994

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ep-is-TREF-see

Translations: return, a return, conversion, a conversion, turning back, a turning back

Notes: This word refers to the act of returning, turning back, or conversion. In a spiritual context, it often denotes a turning away from sin or a previous way of life and a turning towards God or a new path. It can also simply mean a physical return to a place or state.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑΝΟΙΑ, ΑΠΟΣΤΡΟΦΗ

Etymology: The word ΕΠΙΣΤΡΟΦΗ (epistrophe) is derived from the verb ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ (epistrepho), meaning 'to turn around' or 'to return'. It combines the preposition ΕΠΙ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'to', with the root ΣΤΡΕΦΩ (strepho), meaning 'to turn'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GOHN

Translations: saying, speaking, telling

Notes: ΛΕΓΩΝ is the present active participle of the verb λέγω (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is commonly used to introduce direct or indirect speech, functioning similarly to 'saying' or 'speaking' in English. For example, it might be translated as 'he came saying...' or 'they decreed, speaking...'. It describes an ongoing action of speaking or declaring.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΩΝ, ΦΩΝΩΝ, ΕΡΩΝ

Etymology: The word λέγω (legō) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to collect, gather, pick out'. In Greek, it evolved to mean 'to speak' or 'to say', perhaps from the idea of 'picking out words'.

G3340

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-tah-no-OH

Translations: repent, change one's mind, feel remorse, turn from sin

Notes: This verb means to change one's mind, to feel remorse, or to repent. It implies a fundamental change in one's thinking, attitude, or direction, often with a moral or spiritual connotation of turning away from past actions or beliefs. It is commonly used in the context of turning from sin towards God.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΜΕΤΑΜΕΛΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek μετά (metá, “with, after”) and νοέω (noéō, “to perceive, to think”). It literally means to 'perceive afterwards' or 'think differently afterwards', implying a change of mind or purpose.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-pahn

Translations: they said, they spoke

Notes: This word is a third-person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb 'λέγω' (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It describes an action of speaking or saying that occurred in the past and is viewed as a completed event. It is used to report what a group of people said.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΦΗΜΙ, ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΑΓΟΡΕΥΩ

Etymology: The verb 'λέγω' (legō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to collect, gather', which evolved to mean 'to pick out, count, tell, say' in Greek.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun, Interjection

Sounds like: OY

Translations: the, who, they, oh

Notes: ΟΙ is primarily the masculine plural nominative form of the definite article, meaning 'the'. It is used to specify a group of masculine nouns that are the subject of a sentence. It can also function as a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'these' or 'they', referring to a group of people or things previously mentioned. Less commonly, it can be an interjection, similar to 'oh' or 'alas'.

Inflection: Masculine, Plural, Nominative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to demonstrative pronouns and articles in other Indo-European languages.

G0652

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-po-STO-loy

Translations: apostles, messengers, envoys

Notes: This word refers to someone who is sent out on a mission or as an envoy. In a religious context, especially in the New Testament, it primarily denotes the twelve disciples chosen by Jesus, who were sent forth to preach the Gospel. It can also refer more broadly to other Christian missionaries or representatives of the church.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΚΕΣ, ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΣΤΑΙ

Etymology: From the verb ΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ (APOSTELLO), meaning 'to send away' or 'to send forth'. It combines the prefix ΑΠΟ (APO), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and ΣΤΕΛΛΩ (STELLO), meaning 'to send' or 'to prepare'.

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOO-ree-os

Translations: Lord, a Lord, Master, a Master, Sir, a Sir

Notes: This is a nomina sacra, a sacred name abbreviation, for ΚΥΡΙΟΣ (Kyrios). It refers to a supreme authority, master, or owner. It is frequently used in the New Testament to refer to God or Jesus Christ, signifying their divine authority and sovereignty. It can also be used as a respectful address, similar to 'Sir'.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΘΕΟΣ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ derives from the Proto-Indo-European root *keu- meaning 'to swell, to be strong, to be powerful'. It refers to one who has power or authority.

G5613

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: OHS

Translations: as, like, when, how, about, approximately, that, so that

Notes: ΩΣ is a versatile particle in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction or adverb. It is used to introduce comparisons ('as,' 'like'), indicate time ('when'), express manner ('how'), or denote purpose or result ('so that,' 'that'). It can also indicate approximation ('about,' 'approximately') or serve as a preposition meaning 'to' or 'towards' with certain cases.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣΠΕΡ, ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣΑΝΕΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to demonstrative pronouns and adverbs indicating manner or comparison.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-leh-geh-teh

Translations: you were saying, you were speaking, you were telling, you were calling, you were meaning

Notes: This word is the second person plural, imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'λέγω' (lego). It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, meaning 'you (plural) were saying' or 'you (plural) used to say'. It can also mean 'to speak', 'to tell', 'to call', or 'to mean', depending on the context. The imperfect tense implies continuous action or a state of being in the past.

Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, 2nd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΦΗΜΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. In Greek, it developed from an earlier form meaning 'to gather' or 'to pick out', which then evolved to 'to count' and subsequently 'to speak' or 'to say'.

G0302

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: AN

Translations: if, perhaps, whatever, whenever, whoever, wherever, however, as soon as, until, before

Notes: This word is a conditional particle used to express possibility, contingency, or indefiniteness. It is often used with the subjunctive mood to form conditional clauses, indicating that an action or state is dependent on a certain condition. It can also be combined with other words to form indefinite relative pronouns or adverbs, such as 'whoever', 'whatever', or 'whenever'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΑΝ, ΟΤΑΝ, ΟΠΟΥ

Etymology: The particle 'an' is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂en- meaning 'on, at'. It is an ancient Greek particle that has been used since classical times.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: TAY

Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the, who, which

Notes: This word is the dative singular feminine form of the definite article, meaning 'to the', 'for the', 'by the', 'with the', or 'in the' when used with a feminine noun in the dative case. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', referring to a feminine antecedent. It is used to specify a particular feminine noun or to introduce a relative clause.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed from an earlier demonstrative pronoun in Ancient Greek.

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EN

Translations: in, on, among, with, by, at, into, to

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its primary meaning is 'in' or 'within,' indicating location, time, or state. It always takes the dative case. Depending on the context, it can also be translated as 'on,' 'among,' 'with' (indicating accompaniment or instrument), 'by' (indicating means or agent), or 'at.' Sometimes it can imply motion into a place, similar to 'into' or 'to,' especially when the context suggests movement towards a location where something then resides.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It is cognate with English 'in'.

G2281

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: tha-LAS-say

Translations: sea, a sea, (to) the sea, (in) the sea

Notes: This word refers to a large body of salt water, such as the ocean or a large lake. In its dative form, as seen here, it often indicates location ('in the sea') or direction/recipient ('to the sea'). It is commonly used in ancient texts to describe literal bodies of water, but can also be used metaphorically.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΕΛΑΓΟΣ, ΩΚΕΑΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΘΑΛΑΣΣΑ is of pre-Greek, Mediterranean origin, meaning it existed in the region before the arrival of Greek speakers. Its precise etymological roots are uncertain, but it is thought to be related to other words describing the sea or watery environments.

G5219

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-pee-KOO-sen

Translations: he obeyed, she obeyed, it obeyed, he listened, she listened, it listened, hearkened

Notes: This word means to obey, to listen attentively, or to hearken. It often implies a sense of submission or compliance with what is heard, particularly in response to a command or authority. It is used to describe someone who has followed instructions or yielded to a request.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΘΩ, ΑΚΟΥΩ

Etymology: The word Ὑπακούω (hypakouō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ὑπό (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'in response to', and the verb ἀκούω (akouō), meaning 'to hear'. Thus, it literally means 'to hear under' or 'to hear in response to', conveying the idea of listening and then acting in accordance with what is heard.

G5101

Part of Speech: Interrogative Pronoun, Indefinite Pronoun, Interrogative Adjective

Sounds like: TEES

Translations: who, what, which, what kind of, someone, something, anyone, anything, a certain one, a certain thing

Notes: ΤΙΣ is a versatile pronoun and adjective in Koine Greek. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', or 'anything', often implying an unspecified person or thing. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it has an accent.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative. It is a highly inflected word.

Etymology: The word ΤΙΣ is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, indicating its long history and fundamental role in language.

G1537, G1803

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: eks

Translations: out of, from, by, of, six

Notes: This word can function in two main ways. As a preposition, it means 'out of' or 'from', indicating origin, source, or separation. It is always used with the genitive case. It can also denote the agent or cause of something. As a numeral, it means 'six'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΠΟ, ΕΚ, ΕΞΑ

Etymology: As a preposition, it comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'out'. As a numeral, it comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'six'.

G1401

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOO-lon

Translations: slave, a slave, servant, a servant

Notes: This word refers to a slave or a servant. In ancient contexts, a 'slave' was someone who was owned by another person and compelled to serve them, often without pay. A 'servant' could be a broader term, sometimes referring to someone who willingly serves another, often in a position of humility or devotion, such as a servant of God. It is often used to describe a person in a position of subservience or obedience.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΘΕΡΑΠΩΝ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ

G2192

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: EH-khon

Translations: having, holding, possessing, being, one who has, he who has

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. As a participle, it describes an ongoing action of having or holding, often functioning adjectivally or adverbially. It can refer to someone who is in possession of something, or simply to someone who is in a certain state or condition.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩΝ

G4165

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poy-MAI-non-tah

Translations: shepherding, pasturing, tending, ruling, governing, feeding

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'poimainō', meaning 'to shepherd' or 'to tend a flock'. It describes someone who is actively engaged in the act of guiding, feeding, and protecting, much like a shepherd cares for sheep. Metaphorically, it can refer to ruling or governing people, implying care and guidance. It can be used to describe a person who is 'shepherding' or 'ruling' in a continuous or ongoing action.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Accusative, Singular, Masculine or Neuter; or Present Active Participle, Nominative/Accusative, Plural, Neuter

Synonyms: ΒΟΣΚΩ, ΝΕΜΩ, ΚΥΒΕΡΝΩ

G3739

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Conjunction

Sounds like: HOS

Translations: who, which, what, that, as, how, when

Notes: The word 'ΟΣ' is a versatile relative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'who,' 'which,' or 'that,' depending on the context and the gender, number, and case it agrees with. It introduces a relative clause, linking it to a preceding noun or pronoun. It can also function as a conjunction, meaning 'as,' 'how,' or 'when,' indicating manner or time.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The word 'ΟΣ' is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has been a fundamental part of the Greek language's grammatical structure for millennia, serving to connect clauses and introduce relative information.

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ice-el-THO-tee

Translations: (to) him who enters, (to) him who has entered, (to) one who enters, (to) one who has entered

Notes: This word is the dative singular masculine/neuter form of the aorist active participle of the verb 'eiserchomai', meaning 'to go in' or 'to enter'. As a dative participle, it typically indicates the recipient or indirect object of an action, often translated as 'to him who enters' or 'to one who has entered'. It describes someone who has performed the action of entering.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΕΜΒΑΙΝΟΝΤΙ, ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΕΝΩ

G1537

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EK

Translations: out of, from, of, by, among, with

Notes: This word is a preposition that typically governs the genitive case. It denotes origin, source, or separation, indicating movement 'out of' or 'from' a place, time, or cause. It can also signify the material from which something is made, the agent by whom something is done, or the reason for an action. For example, it can mean 'out of the house' or 'from that day'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΠΟ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *eǵʰs, meaning 'out'. It is cognate with Latin ex- and English out.

G2112

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: yoo-THEH-ohs

Translations: immediately, at once, straightway, forthwith, as soon as

Notes: This adverb signifies an action happening without delay, instantly, or directly. It is often used to emphasize the swiftness or suddenness of an event. It can also imply a direct or straightforward manner of action. In narrative contexts, it frequently serves to advance the plot quickly.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΧΡΗΜΑ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΤΑΧΕΩΣ

Etymology: Derived from the adjective εὐθύς (euthys), meaning 'straight, direct, immediate'. The suffix -ως is a common adverbial ending in Koine Greek.

G3928

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: par-el-THON

Translations: having come, having gone, having passed by, having passed through, having passed away, having gone away, having gone aside, having gone on

Notes: This word is the aorist active participle of the verb 'παρέρχομαι' (parerchomai). It describes an action that has been completed in the past, often indicating movement or passage. It can mean 'having come,' 'having gone,' 'having passed by,' or 'having passed through/away.' It is often used to describe someone who has arrived at a place, or who has moved past something, or something that has ceased to exist.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΛΘΩΝ, ΕΛΘΩΝ, ΔΙΕΛΘΩΝ

G0235

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: ALL

Translations: but, yet, rather, on the contrary, however, moreover, indeed

Notes: This word is a conjunction or adverb used to introduce a contrast, an exception, or an emphasis. It often translates to 'but' or 'yet' when contrasting two ideas, or 'rather' when correcting a previous statement. It can also be used to add emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'moreover'. It is an indeclinable particle.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΠΛΗΝ, ΟΜΩΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *alyos, meaning 'other'. It is related to Latin alius and English 'else'.

G3780

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OO-khee

Translations: no, not, by no means, certainly not

Notes: This word is a strong negative particle, used to express an emphatic 'no' or 'not'. It is often used when the speaker expects a negative answer or wants to strongly deny something. It can stand alone as an answer or be used to negate a verb or a phrase, emphasizing the denial more strongly than a simple 'οὐ'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ, ΜΗ

Etymology: From οὐ (ou) and the enclitic particle χί (chi), which adds emphasis. It is a strengthened form of the simple negative particle οὐ.

G5101

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE

Translations: what, why, what kind of, how much, something, anything, a certain thing

Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun 'τίς'. It can be used to ask 'what?' or 'why?', or to refer to 'something' or 'anything' in an indefinite sense. When used as an adjective, it means 'what kind of' or 'how much'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word 'ΤΙ' originates from Proto-Indo-European, serving as the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun.

G1172

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dip-NEE-soh

Translations: I will eat supper, I will dine

Notes: This word is the future active indicative form of the verb 'δειπνέω' (deipneō), meaning 'to eat supper' or 'to dine'. It describes an action of eating a main meal that will happen in the future. It is typically used in contexts referring to the evening meal.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Future, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΦΑΓΟΜΑΙ, ΕΣΘΙΩ

Etymology: The verb 'δειπνέω' (deipneō) is derived from the noun 'δεῖπνον' (deipnon), meaning 'supper' or 'dinner'. It refers to the main meal of the day, typically eaten in the evening.

G4024

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: peh-ree-zoh-SAH-meh-nos

Translations: having girded oneself, having put on, having dressed

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to gird around' or 'to put on a garment by girding'. It is often used in the context of preparing for service or action, implying readiness or preparedness. For example, a servant might gird himself to serve his master, or someone might gird themselves for a journey or battle.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΝΔΥΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΖΩΝΝΥΜΙ

G1248

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-ah-koh-NEE-ahs

Translations: ministry, service, a ministry, a service, administration, relief, support, (of) ministry, (of) service, (of) administration, (of) relief, (of) support

Notes: This word refers to the act of serving or ministering, often in a religious or official capacity. It can also denote the specific office or function of a minister, or the provision of aid and support. The form provided, ΔΙΑΚΟΝΙ, is an inflected form of the noun ΔΙΑΚΟΝΙΑ.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΛΕΙΤΟΥΡΓΙΑ, ΥΠΗΡΕΣΙΑ

G2193

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: EH-ohs

Translations: until, while, as long as, up to, even to, as far as

Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a point in time or extent in space. It is commonly translated as 'until' or 'as long as' when referring to time, and 'up to' or 'as far as' when referring to space. It can also mean 'while' or 'during the time that', often introducing a temporal clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΕΧΡΙ, ΑΧΡΙ, ΠΡΙΝ

Etymology: From a prolonged form of a primary particle. It is an ancient Greek word with a long history of use in temporal and spatial contexts.

G5315

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: FAH-goh

Translations: eat, devour, consume

Notes: This word is an aorist active subjunctive form of the verb 'to eat'. It is used to express an action of eating that is completed or viewed as a whole, often in a dependent clause or expressing a wish or command. It can also mean to devour or consume.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Subjunctive, First Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΣΘΙΩ, ΒΙΒΡΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: The root ΦΑΓ- is an aorist stem that replaced the present stem of the verb 'to eat' (ἐσθίω) in many forms. It is related to the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to eat'.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

Translations: with, among, after, behind, afterward, besides

Notes: ΜΕΤΑ is a versatile word that functions as both a preposition and an adverb. As a preposition, its meaning depends on the case of the noun it governs: when followed by a genitive noun, it means 'with' or 'among', indicating association or presence; when followed by an accusative noun, it means 'after' or 'behind', indicating sequence or pursuit. As an adverb, it typically means 'afterward' or 'besides'. It is a very common word in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΟΠΙΣΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *met- 'in the middle, among, with'. It is cognate with English 'mid' and 'middle'.

G5315

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PHA-ge-se

Translations: you ate, you will eat, you might eat

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'phago', meaning 'to eat'. It can function as a second person singular aorist active indicative (meaning 'you ate'), or a second person singular aorist active subjunctive (meaning 'you might eat' or 'that you may eat'), or a second person singular aorist active imperative (meaning 'eat!'). The specific meaning depends on the context of the sentence it is used in. It describes the action of consuming food.

Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Indicative or Subjunctive or Imperative

Synonyms: ΕΣΘΙΩ

G2192

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-khee

Translations: he has, she has, it has, he holds, she holds, it holds, he possesses, she possesses, it possesses, he is, she is, it is

Notes: This word is the third person singular present active indicative form of the verb ἔχω (echō). It means 'he/she/it has,' 'holds,' or 'possesses.' It can also be used in a broader sense to mean 'is' or 'is in a certain state,' depending on the context. For example, it can describe a condition or a relationship.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Present Tense, Active Voice, Indicative Mood

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΩ, ΚΤΩΜΑΙ, ΕΙΜΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a very common and ancient verb in Greek, with cognates in many other Indo-European languages.

G5485

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHA-rin

Translations: grace, favor, kindness, thanks, a grace, a favor, a kindness, a thanks

Notes: This word refers to grace, favor, or kindness, often implying a divine or unmerited gift. It can also mean thanks or gratitude. In its accusative form, as seen in ΧΑΡΙΝ, it often functions as the direct object of a verb, such as 'to find favor' or 'to give thanks'. It can also be used in adverbial phrases meaning 'for the sake of' or 'on account of'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥΝΟΙΑ, ΔΩΡΟΝ, ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΧΑΡΙΣ (charis) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵʰer- meaning 'to desire, to like'. It is related to words signifying joy, delight, and goodwill.

G1396

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DOO-loh

Translations: to enslave, to make a slave, to bring into bondage, to subject, to reduce to servitude

Notes: This verb means to enslave, to bring someone or something into a state of servitude or bondage. It describes the act of making someone a slave or subjecting them to another's will. It can be used in both a literal sense of physical slavery and a figurative sense of being subject to a principle, sin, or another's authority.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Present Active Indicative; or Dative Singular, Masculine or Neuter, Participle; or Dative Singular, Feminine, Participle

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΤΑΣΣΩ, ΔΟΥΛΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word ΔΟΥΛΟΩ (douloō) is derived from the noun ΔΟΥΛΟΣ (doulos), meaning 'slave' or 'bondservant'. It signifies the act of making someone into a δούλος.

G3754

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-tee

Translations: that, because, for, since, how, what, which

Notes: ΟΤΙ is a versatile word in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction meaning 'that', 'because', 'for', or 'since'. It can introduce a clause explaining a reason or consequence, or it can introduce direct speech, similar to how quotation marks function in English. It can also act as a relative pronoun meaning 'what' or 'which'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΓΑΡ

Etymology: The word ΟΤΙ is derived from the neuter accusative singular of the relative pronoun ὅστις (hostis), meaning 'whoever, whatever'. Over time, it evolved to function primarily as a conjunction.

G1299

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: dee-ah-takh-THEN-tah

Translations: commanded, ordered, appointed, ordained, arranged, prescribed

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'diatassō', meaning 'to arrange thoroughly, to command, to order, or to appoint'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that has been commanded or ordered. It often refers to laws, regulations, or instructions that have been laid down.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Accusative, Plural, Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΤΑΛΜΕΝΑ, ΚΕΛΕΥΣΘΕΝΤΑ, ΠΡΟΣΤΕΤΑΓΜΕΝΑ

G3752

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OH-tan

Translations: when, whenever, as often as, at the time that

Notes: This word is a conjunction or adverb used to introduce a temporal clause, indicating a point in time or a condition. It means 'when' or 'whenever,' suggesting that something happens at a specific moment or repeatedly under certain circumstances. It is often followed by the subjunctive mood in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΤΕ, ΗΝΙΚΑ

Etymology: From the conjunction ὅτε (hote, 'when') and the particle ἄν (an, indicating potential or contingency).

G3784

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: oh-FEY-lah-men

Translations: we ought, we should, we were obligated, we owed, we were indebted

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to owe', 'to be indebted', or 'to be under obligation'. It implies a moral or legal duty to do something or to pay something. In the provided form, it indicates that 'we' (the subject) had an obligation or owed something. It can be used to express what one 'ought' or 'should' have done.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Indicative, Imperfect Active

Synonyms: ΔΕΙ, ΧΡΗ

Etymology: The word ὀφείλω (opheilō) is thought to be derived from an ancient root related to 'debt' or 'obligation'. It has cognates in other Indo-European languages, reflecting a shared concept of owing or being bound.

G3784

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: oh-FEI-loh-men

Translations: we ought, we should, we were obligated, we were indebted, we owed

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to owe', 'to be indebted', 'to be obligated', or 'to be bound to do something'. It implies a moral or legal obligation, or a debt that is due. It can be used to express what one 'ought' or 'should' do, or what one 'was obligated' to do in the past. In this form, it indicates a past or ongoing obligation from the perspective of 'we'.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Imperfect Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΔΕΙ, ΧΡΗ

Etymology: The word ὀφείλω (opheilō) is thought to be derived from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to be bound' or 'to be obligated'. It is related to concepts of debt and duty.

G4160

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: peh-POY-ee-KAH-men

Translations: we have done, we have made, we have performed, we have produced

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'we have done' or 'we have made'. It is the perfect active indicative form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), which means 'to do', 'to make', or 'to create'. It describes an action that was completed in the past and has ongoing results or relevance in the present. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'we have accomplished our task'.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Perfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΕΛΕΩ

G2419

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-roo-sa-LEEM

Translations: Jerusalem

Notes: This is the name of the ancient city of Jerusalem, a significant city in the history of Judaism and Christianity. It is often referred to as the Holy City and is central to many biblical narratives. As a proper noun, it functions as the subject or object in a sentence, referring specifically to this particular city.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The name 'Jerusalem' is of Semitic origin, likely meaning 'foundation of Shalem' or 'city of peace'. It is derived from ancient Hebrew roots and has been known by various names throughout history, but Jerusalem is its most enduring form.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOS

Translations: he, she, it, they, himself, herself, itself, themselves, same, very, a same, the same

Notes: This word functions as both a pronoun and an adjective. As a pronoun, it can mean 'he, she, it' (third person personal pronoun) or be used intensively to mean 'himself, herself, itself, themselves'. When used as an adjective, it means 'the same' or 'the very'. Its meaning depends on its position and context within a sentence. For example, when used attributively with an article (e.g., ὁ αὐτὸς), it means 'the same'. When used predicatively or without an article, it often has an intensive meaning ('he himself').

Inflection: Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter; Singular or Plural; Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁ew-to- (self, same).

G1330

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-EER-kheh-toh

Translations: he was passing through, he was going through, he was going about, he was traveling through

Notes: This is a compound verb meaning 'to pass through' or 'to go through'. It describes an action of moving from one point to another, often implying a journey or a traversal of a place. It can also mean to go about or travel through a region. The imperfect tense indicates a continuous or repeated action in the past.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Imperfect, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΒΑΙΝΩ, ΔΙΑΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΠΕΡΙΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: dee-AH

Translations: through, by, by means of, on account of, because of, for the sake of

Notes: This word is a preposition that can take two different cases, which changes its meaning. When used with the genitive case, it means 'through' or 'by means of', indicating the instrument or agency by which something is done. When used with the accusative case, it means 'on account of', 'because of', or 'for the sake of', indicating the cause or reason for something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΕΝΕΚΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'through' or 'apart'.

G4540

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: sah-mah-REE-ahs

Translations: (of) Samaria

Notes: This word refers to Samaria, which was a significant city and region in ancient Israel, located in the central part of the land. It served as the capital of the northern kingdom of Israel after the division of the united monarchy. In the New Testament, it is often mentioned in the context of Jesus' ministry and the early spread of Christianity.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Samaria' is of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew word 'Shomron', which means 'watch-mountain' or 'watch-tower'. It was named after Shemer, the owner of the hill on which the city was built.

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ice-er-KHO-meh-noo

Translations: of entering, of coming in, of going in, of going into, of coming into

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the present middle/passive participle of the verb 'eiserchomai'. It describes the action of 'entering' or 'coming/going in' and functions as an adjective or noun, often translated with 'of' when used in the genitive case. It can refer to someone or something that is in the process of entering.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΣΒΑΙΝΩ

G5100

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE-nah

Translations: who, what, which, some, any, a certain one, something, anything

Notes: ΤΙΝΑ is an inflected form of the pronoun/adjective ΤΙΣ. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', 'anything', 'a certain one', or 'some'. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it is used in a question or a statement. It can function as both a pronoun standing alone or an adjective modifying a noun.

Inflection: Accusative Singular Masculine or Feminine, or Nominative/Accusative Plural Neuter

G2968

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOH-main

Translations: village, a village

Notes: This word refers to a village or a small town, typically an unfortified settlement smaller than a city. It is used to denote a rural community or a collection of dwellings outside of a major urban center. In a sentence, it would often be used to indicate a destination or location, such as 'they went to the village' or 'he lived in a village'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΙΣ, ΧΩΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'settlement' or 'unfortified dwelling'. It is related to Latin 'pagus' (country district, village) and English 'home'.

G5221

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-PAN-tay-sah

Translations: I met, I went to meet, I encountered

Notes: This word is a past tense form of the verb meaning 'to meet' or 'to encounter'. It describes the action of coming face to face with someone or something, often implying that one went out of their way to do so. It is used to describe a completed action in the past.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Singular

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΝΤΑΩ, ΑΠΑΝΤΑΩ

Etymology: The word ΥΠΑΝΤΑΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'to' (in the sense of motion towards), and ΑΝΤΑΩ (antaō), meaning 'to meet' or 'to come opposite to'.

G2476

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ES-tay-san

Translations: they stood, they stood up, they were set, they were appointed, they were established

Notes: This is the third person plural, aorist active indicative form of the verb 'histemi'. It describes an action completed in the past by a group of people, indicating that they took a stand, were placed, or were established in a particular position or state. It can refer to physical standing or a more metaphorical establishment.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΟΡΘΟΩ, ΣΤΗΚΩ

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOY

Translations: they, themselves, to them, for them, to themselves, for themselves

Notes: This word is a pronoun that can function as a personal pronoun (they, them) or a reflexive pronoun (themselves). It can also be used to emphasize a noun, meaning 'the very' or 'the same'. Its meaning depends on the case and context. For example, in the nominative case, it typically means 'they' or 'themselves', while in the dative case, it means 'to them' or 'for them'.

Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Nominative or Dative

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΙ, ΟΥΤΟΙ

G1988

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ep-is-TAH-tah

Translations: master, overseer, commander, a master, an overseer, a commander

Notes: This word refers to a person in a position of authority, such as a master, overseer, or commander. It implies someone who stands over others, directing or supervising them. It is used to address someone in charge, often with respect.

Inflection: Singular, Vocative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΟΣ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb ἐφίστημι (ephistēmi), meaning 'to stand over, to set over', which is a compound of ἐπί (epi, 'upon, over') and ἵστημι (histēmi, 'to stand').

G1653

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-LEH-eh-son

Translations: have mercy, show pity, be merciful

Notes: This word is an aorist imperative form of the verb 'eleeō', meaning 'to have mercy' or 'to show pity'. It is a direct command or plea, often used in prayers or supplications to ask for divine compassion or help. It implies a deep feeling of compassion for someone in distress, leading to action to alleviate their suffering. It is commonly translated as 'Have mercy!' or 'Be merciful!'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Imperative, Second Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΤΕΙΡΩ, ΣΠΛΑΓΧΝΙΖΟΜΑΙ

G3708

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-DON

Translations: having seen, when he saw, when they saw, seeing, looking, perceiving

Notes: This word is the aorist active participle of the verb 'οράω' (orao), meaning 'to see' or 'to perceive'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred relative to the main verb. It often indicates the cause or circumstance of another action, such as 'having seen this, he did that'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩΝ, ΘΕΩΡΩΝ

G4198

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: por-yoo-THEN-tes

Translations: having gone, going, went, departed

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle, meaning 'having gone' or 'having departed'. It describes an action that has been completed before the main verb of the sentence. It is often used to indicate the manner or circumstance of the main action, functioning similarly to an adverbial clause in English. For example, 'Having gone, they advised him' or 'They went and advised him'.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOOS

Translations: them, themselves, him, it, the same

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the pronoun 'ΑΥΤΟΣ' (autos). In this specific form, it is used to mean 'them' or 'themselves' when referring to masculine plural nouns in the accusative case. It can also function as an intensive pronoun meaning 'himself', 'herself', 'itself', or 'the same' depending on the context and agreement with the noun it modifies. When used as a personal pronoun, it often refers back to a previously mentioned noun.

Inflection: Accusative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΥΣ, ΣΦΑΣ

G2390

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-AH-thay

Translations: he was healed, she was healed, it was healed, he was cured, she was cured, it was cured

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'iaomai', meaning 'to heal' or 'to cure'. It describes an action of being healed or cured, indicating that the subject of the verb received healing. It is typically used in contexts where someone recovers from an illness or injury.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΘΕΡΑΠΕΥΩ, ΣΩΖΩ

Etymology: From the root 'iaomai', which is of uncertain origin, possibly related to 'iaomai' (to heal) in Homeric Greek.

G5290

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-pes-TREP-sen

Translations: returned, went back, came back

Notes: This word means 'returned' or 'went back'. It describes the action of someone or something going back to a previous place or state. It is used to indicate a completed action in the past.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ

Etymology: From the preposition ὑπό (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'back', and the verb στρέφω (strephō), meaning 'to turn'. Thus, it literally means 'to turn back' or 'to turn under'.

G4098

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-peh-sen

Translations: he fell, it fell, he collapsed, it collapsed, he dropped, it dropped, he perished, it perished

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'πίπτω' (pipto), meaning 'to fall'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, indicating that 'he', 'she', or 'it' fell, collapsed, dropped, or perished. It can be used in various contexts, from a physical fall to the collapse of a structure or the perishing of a person or thing.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΠΕΣΩΝ, ΚΑΤΕΠΕΣΕΝ

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: EP-ee

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, by, for, concerning, during, after, of, a

Notes: This word is a very common preposition and adverb in Koine Greek. As a preposition, its meaning changes significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often means 'on,' 'upon,' 'over,' 'in the time of,' or 'concerning.' With the dative case, it can mean 'on,' 'at,' 'by,' 'for,' or 'in addition to.' With the accusative case, it typically means 'to,' 'against,' 'upon,' 'over,' or 'for the purpose of.' It is also frequently used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'upon,' 'over,' 'to,' or 'in addition.'

Inflection: Governs Genitive, Dative, and Accusative cases. Does not inflect itself.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΥΠΕΡ, ΚΑΤΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *opi, meaning 'on, near, against'. It is cognate with Latin ob and Sanskrit api.

G4383

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pros-OH-pon

Translations: face, a face, presence, person, appearance

Notes: This word refers to the face of a person or animal. It can also denote one's presence or appearance, or even a person themselves, especially in a formal or legal context. It is used to describe physical features as well as the impression or aspect someone presents.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΨΙΣ, ΕΙΔΟΣ, ΜΟΡΦΗ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek πρός (pros, "to, towards") and ὤψ (ōps, "eye, face"). It literally means "that which is towards the eye" or "that which is before the eye."

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: pah-RAH

Translations: from, by, with, beside, at, near, alongside, to

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it typically means 'from' or 'from beside', indicating origin or agency. With the dative case, it means 'with', 'beside', or 'at', indicating proximity or presence. With the accusative case, it means 'alongside', 'to', or 'past', indicating motion towards or along something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'beside', 'alongside'. It is cognate with English 'for' and 'from'.

G2168

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: yoo-kha-ris-TON

Translations: giving thanks, thanking, being thankful

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'eucharisteo', meaning 'to give thanks' or 'to be thankful'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is ongoing or simultaneous with the main verb of the sentence. It can be translated as 'giving thanks' or 'thanking' and often describes the state or action of someone who is expressing gratitude.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΥΛΟΓΩΝ, ΔΟΞΑΖΩΝ

G3588, G3739

Part of Speech: Article, Pronoun, Numeral

Sounds like: HAY

Translations: the, who, which, what, that, she, a, an, 8

Notes: This word is a scribal abbreviation, indicated by the overline. It most commonly represents the feminine nominative singular definite article 'ἡ' (he), meaning 'the' or 'a/an'. It can also represent the feminine nominative singular relative pronoun 'ἥ' (he), meaning 'who', 'which', or 'that'. Additionally, 'Η' (eta) can function as the numeral 8 in the Greek numbering system. The context of the sentence is crucial for determining the correct meaning.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine (for article/pronoun); Does not inflect (for numeral)

G4540

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: sah-mah-REE-tays

Translations: Samaritan, a Samaritan

Notes: This word refers to a person from Samaria, a region in ancient Palestine. In the New Testament, Samaritans were often viewed with disdain by Jews due to religious and ethnic differences, as they had a mixed heritage and worshipped differently. However, the term is also used in a neutral sense to simply identify someone's origin.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: From Σαμάρεια (Samareia), the Greek name for Samaria, the region. The term denotes an inhabitant of that region.

G0611

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-kree-THEIS

Translations: having answered, answering, replied, having replied

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'apokrinomai', meaning 'to answer' or 'to reply'. It describes an action that has already occurred or is occurring, often functioning adverbially to indicate that someone spoke in response to something. It is frequently used in narrative contexts to introduce a character's response.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΡΙΝΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΙΠΩΝ

G3756

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OOKH

Translations: no, not, never, by no means

Notes: This word is a negative adverb used to express absolute negation. It is typically used before a vowel with a rough breathing mark (like 'ουχί' or 'οὐχ') or before a consonant with a smooth breathing mark (like 'οὐκ'). It denies a statement or fact, indicating that something is not true or does not exist. It can be used to negate verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ, ΟΥΚ

Etymology: This word is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂u- meaning 'not'. It is an ancient Greek negative particle.

G2147

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-re-THAY-san

Translations: they were found, they were discovered

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'they were found' or 'they were discovered'. It is the aorist passive indicative form of the verb 'to find'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, where the subjects of the verb were the recipients of the action of being found.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΥΡΕΘΗΣΑΝ, ΚΑΤΑΛΗΦΘΗΣΑΝ

Etymology: The word ΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ (heuriskō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *werh₁- ('to find, to discover'). It is related to Latin invenire ('to find').

G5290

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: hoo-pos-TREP-san-tes

Translations: having returned, returning, when they returned

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, indicating an action completed prior to or at the same time as the main verb in the sentence. It describes the subject as having performed the action of returning. It is often translated with a clause like 'when they returned' or 'after they returned'.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΑΝΑΚΑΜΠΤΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ὑπό (hupó, “under, below”) + στρέφω (stréphō, “to turn”). The combination means to turn back or return.

G1391

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOK-sah

Translations: glory, a glory, splendor, honor, praise, reputation, dignity, majesty

Notes: This word refers to glory, splendor, or honor. It can describe the inherent majesty of God, the praise given to someone, or a person's reputation. It is often used in a theological context to refer to the divine nature or manifestation of God's presence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΙΜΗ, ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΕΥΚΛΕΙΑ

Etymology: From the Greek verb δοκέω (dokeō), meaning 'to seem, to appear, to think'. The noun originally referred to an opinion or expectation, then evolved to mean 'reputation' and eventually 'glory' or 'splendor'.

G3778

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OO-tos

Translations: this, that, he, she, it, these, those, this one, that one

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something or someone that is near, or has just been mentioned. It can function as a substantive (e.g., 'he', 'she', 'it', 'this one') or as an adjective modifying a noun (e.g., 'this man', 'these things'). It often refers to something immediately present or recently discussed in the discourse.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be an ancient demonstrative pronoun in Greek, possibly related to other Indo-European demonstratives.

G0450

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ah-nah-STAS

Translations: having risen, rising, standing up, having stood up, having appeared, appearing, having been raised, being raised

Notes: This word is the masculine singular nominative active aorist participle of the verb 'ἀνίστημι' (anistēmi). It describes an action that has already occurred or is completed in relation to the main verb, indicating someone or something that has risen, stood up, or been raised. It is often used to refer to resurrection or a general act of rising.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Active, Aorist Participle

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΙΡΩ, ΑΝΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ

G4102

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PIS-tis

Translations: faith, belief, trust, a faith, a belief, a trust, faithfulness, conviction

Notes: This word refers to faith, belief, or trust, particularly in a religious or moral sense. It signifies a firm conviction or persuasion concerning the truth of something, often implying a corresponding reliance upon it. It can also refer to faithfulness or trustworthiness. It is commonly used in contexts of believing in God or Christ, or demonstrating loyalty and fidelity.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΗΣΙΣ, ΕΛΠΙΣ, ΑΛΗΘΕΙΑ

Etymology: From the verb πείθω (peithō), meaning 'to persuade, to trust'. It refers to the state of being persuaded or convinced, leading to trust or belief.

G1905

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ep-er-oh-tee-THEIS

Translations: having been asked, when asked, being asked, having been questioned, when questioned, being questioned

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle of the verb 'eperotao', meaning 'to ask' or 'to question'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred (aorist) and was done to the subject (passive voice). It indicates that the subject of the sentence was the one who received the action of being asked or questioned. For example, 'having been asked, he answered' or 'when he was questioned, he remained silent'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist, Passive, Participle

Synonyms: ΕΡΩΤΑΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ

G5259

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-POH

Translations: under, by, from, with, subject to, at the hand of

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the dative case, it denotes a static position 'under' something. When used with the accusative case, it signifies motion 'under' or 'into subjection to'.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs the Genitive, Dative, and Accusative cases.

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'under'. It is cognate with English 'up' and 'over', showing a shared root related to position.

G4218

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: PO-teh

Translations: at some time, ever, once, formerly, when, at any time, sometime

Notes: This word is an adverb that indicates a point in time, often indefinite. It can mean 'at some time' or 'ever,' referring to an unspecified past or future moment. It can also mean 'once' or 'formerly' when referring to a past event. In interrogative contexts, it means 'when?'. It is used to ask about or state the timing of an action or event.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΟΤΕΡΟΝ, ΠΟΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From the interrogative stem *po- (related to 'who,' 'what') combined with the temporal suffix -te. It refers to an indefinite point in time.

G2316

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: theh-OO

Translations: of God, of a God

Notes: This is a nomina sacra, a sacred abbreviation for the word ΘΕΟΥ (Theou), meaning 'of God'. It is used to refer to the divine being, God, in the genitive case. In ancient Greek texts, nomina sacra were common contractions for frequently used sacred names and titles, indicating reverence and saving space. This form would typically be used in phrases like 'the house of God' or 'the power of God'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΥ, ΔΕΣΠΟΤΟΥ

Etymology: The word ΘΕΟΣ (Theos) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to do, to place, to set', or possibly 'to shine'. It is a fundamental term in Greek for a deity or god.

G0611

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-KREE-thay

Translations: answered, replied

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to answer' or 'to reply'. It is formed from the preposition 'ἀπό' (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb 'κρίνω' (krino), meaning 'to judge' or 'to decide'. In its middle or passive voice, it takes on the meaning of 'to answer back' or 'to reply'. It is commonly used to describe someone giving a verbal response to a question or statement.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive (or Middle), 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΙΠΟΝ, ΛΕΓΩ

Etymology: The word ἀποκρίνομαι (apokrinomai) is derived from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb κρίνω (krino), meaning 'to judge' or 'to separate'. The combination suggests a 'separation by judgment' or 'a decision coming forth', which evolved into the meaning of 'to answer' or 'to reply'.

G3756

Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle

Sounds like: OOK

Translations: not, no

Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express negation. It typically precedes a word beginning with a vowel or is used at the end of a clause. It is used to deny a fact or to express a strong prohibition. It is often used with verbs to negate their action, meaning 'not' or 'no'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ, ΟΥΧΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a primary negative particle in Ancient Greek, related to similar negative particles in other Indo-European languages.

G0932

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: bah-see-LEH-ah

Translations: kingdom, reign, royal power, a kingdom

Notes: This word refers to a kingdom, royal rule, or sovereignty. It can denote the territory ruled by a king, the act of reigning, or the abstract concept of kingship or royal authority. It is often used in the New Testament to refer to the 'kingdom of God' or 'kingdom of heaven'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΝ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word βασιλεύς (basileus), meaning 'king'. It refers to the domain or authority of a king.

G3907

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pah-rah-tay-RAY-seh-ohss

Translations: (of) observation, (of) careful observation, (of) watching, (of) a careful observation

Notes: This word refers to the act of observing, watching, or paying close attention to something. It often implies a careful or meticulous observation, sometimes with a sense of waiting or expectation. It can be used in contexts where one is scrutinizing events or signs.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΗΡΗΣΕΩΣ, ΕΠΙΣΚΟΠΗΣΕΩΣ

Etymology: The word παρατήρησις (parateresis) comes from the verb παρατηρέω (paratereo), meaning 'to observe closely, watch carefully'. This verb is a compound of παρά (para), meaning 'beside, alongside', and τηρέω (tereo), meaning 'to watch, guard, keep'. Thus, it signifies watching alongside or closely observing.

G3761

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OO-deh

Translations: and not, neither, nor, not even, not

Notes: This word is a compound conjunction or adverb meaning 'and not', 'neither', 'nor', or 'not even'. It is used to connect two negative clauses or to emphasize a negation. It often appears in lists to negate multiple items, similar to how 'neither...nor' is used in English. It can also simply mean 'not' when emphasizing a point.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΕ, ΜΗΔΕ

Etymology: From the negative particle ΟΥ (ou, 'not') and the conjunction ΔΕ (de, 'but, and').

G5602

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OH-deh

Translations: here, hither, in this place, to this place

Notes: This word is an adverb indicating location or direction, meaning 'here' or 'to this place'. It is used to point to a specific location or to indicate movement towards the speaker or a particular spot. For example, it can be used in commands like 'Come here!' or to state that something is located 'here'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΝΘΑΔΕ, ΕΝΤΑΥΘΑ

Etymology: From the demonstrative stem *ho- (this) and the locative suffix -de. It indicates proximity to the speaker.

G1063

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears second in a clause. It introduces a reason, explanation, or confirmation for what has just been stated. It can also indicate a logical consequence or a transition in thought, often translated as 'for' or 'because'. In some contexts, it can simply add emphasis or affirm a statement.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ

Etymology: The particle ΓΑΡ is believed to be a contraction of the particles γε (ge) meaning 'indeed' or 'at least' and ἄρα (ara) meaning 'then' or 'therefore'. It has been in use since ancient Greek.

G1787

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: EN-tos

Translations: within, inside, among, in

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'within' or 'inside'. It can also act as a preposition, typically taking a genitive case, to indicate something is 'within' or 'among' a group or place. It describes location or inclusion.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an adverb or preposition)

Synonyms: ΕΣΩ, ΕΝΔΟΝ

Etymology: The word ΕΝΤΟΣ is derived from the preposition ΕΝ (en), meaning 'in' or 'on', combined with the suffix -ΤΟΣ, which indicates location or direction.

G3753

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OH-teh

Translations: when, whenever, at which time

Notes: This word functions as a temporal adverb or conjunction, indicating a point or period in time. It is used to introduce a clause that specifies when an action occurs or occurred, similar to 'when' or 'whenever' in English. It can refer to a specific past event or a general, recurring condition.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΗΝΙΚΑ, ΟΠΟΤΕ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun 'ho' (the) and the particle 'te' (then, at that time). It originally meant 'at that time when'.

G1937

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-thoo-meh-SEH-tai

Translations: he will desire, she will desire, it will desire, he will long for, she will long for, it will long for, he will lust, she will lust, it will lust

Notes: This word is the future indicative, middle voice, third person singular form of the verb 'epithymeō'. It describes an action of desiring, longing for, or lusting that will occur in the future. It can refer to both good and bad desires, depending on the context.

Inflection: Future, Indicative, Middle Voice, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΘΕΛΗΣΕΙ, ΒΟΥΛΗΣΕΤΑΙ

G3392

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: mee-AH-n

Translations: to defile, to pollute, to contaminate, to stain

Notes: This word describes the act of making something unclean, impure, or unholy. It can refer to physical defilement, such as staining or polluting, or to moral and spiritual defilement, such as corrupting or profaning. It is often used in a religious context to describe ritual impurity or sin.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΜΟΛΥΝΩ, ΡΥΠΑΙΝΩ, ΒΕΒΗΛΟΩ

Etymology: The word 'μιαίνω' (miainō) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is related to the concept of defilement and impurity.

G1492

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-DEIN

Translations: to see, to perceive, to know, to behold, to look

Notes: This word is an aorist active infinitive form of the verb meaning 'to see' or 'to know'. It describes the action of seeing or perceiving something, often with the implication of understanding or experiencing it. It can be used in various contexts to express visual perception, mental apprehension, or even the act of experiencing an event.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΟΡΑΩ, ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: The verb ΕΙΔΩ (eido) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to see' or 'to know'. It is a very common and fundamental verb in Koine Greek, with various forms and derivatives used throughout the New Testament and other ancient texts.

G3708

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: op-SESTH-ai

Translations: to see, to look, to perceive, to experience, to appear, to be seen

Notes: This word is the future middle infinitive form of the verb 'ΟΡΑΩ' (horao), meaning 'to see'. It indicates an action of seeing or perceiving that will occur in the future, often with a nuance of the subject participating in or experiencing the seeing. It can be used in contexts where one expects to see something or someone, or where something will become visible.

Inflection: Future, Middle Voice, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ, ΕΙΔΟΝ

G1377

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-OHK-say-tai

Translations: you are pursued, you are persecuted, you are chased, you are driven away

Notes: This word is the third person plural, present passive subjunctive form of the verb ΔΙΩΚΩ (diōkō). It means 'they may be pursued' or 'they may be persecuted'. In a command or exhortation, it can be translated as 'let them be pursued' or 'do not let yourselves be pursued'. It describes the action of being chased, pursued, or persecuted by others.

Inflection: Third Person Plural, Present Tense, Passive Voice, Subjunctive Mood

Synonyms: ΔΙΩΚΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΔΙΩΚΩ

G5618

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: OH-sper

Translations: just as, as, even as, like, in the same way as

Notes: This word functions as a comparative adverb or conjunction, meaning 'just as' or 'even as'. It is used to introduce a clause that draws a comparison or analogy, indicating that something is happening or is true in the same manner or degree as something else. It emphasizes the similarity between two things or actions.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑΠΕΡ

Etymology: From the adverb ὡς (hōs, "as") and the particle περ (per, "indeed, very"), emphasizing the comparison.

G0796

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: as-tra-PEH

Translations: lightning, a flash of lightning

Notes: This word refers to lightning, specifically a sudden, bright flash of light in the sky. It is used to describe the natural phenomenon of an electrical discharge during a thunderstorm. It can also be used metaphorically to describe something that appears suddenly and brilliantly, like a flash.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΡΟΝΤΗ

Etymology: From a root meaning 'to flash' or 'to gleam'. It describes the sudden, bright light associated with a storm.

G797

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: as-TRAP-too-sah

Translations: flashing, shining, gleaming, radiant, a flashing one, a shining one

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'αστραπτω' (astrapto), meaning 'to flash' or 'to lighten'. As a participle, it functions as both a verb and an adjective, describing an action or state while modifying a noun. In this form, 'αστραπτουσα' describes something that is actively flashing, shining, or gleaming, often with a brilliant light. It is used to convey a sense of intense brightness or radiance.

Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Nominative, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΠΟΥΣΑ, ΦΑΙΝΟΥΣΑ, ΣΤΙΛΒΟΥΣΑ

G5259

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: HOOP

Translations: under, by, with, from, at, through, in, of

Notes: This word is a common Greek preposition and prefix. As a preposition, it typically means 'under' or 'below', but its meaning can vary significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the accusative case, it can indicate motion towards a place ('under', 'to'). As a prefix, it means 'under', 'below', 'less than', or 'secretly', as seen in compound words like 'υποκάτω' (underneath). The form 'ΥΠ' is a common truncation of 'ΥΠΟ' when it acts as a prefix, especially before a vowel, or as part of a compound word.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition or prefix)

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑ, ΕΠΙ

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ES-tai

Translations: will be, shall be, it will be, it shall be

Notes: This word is the third person singular future indicative form of the verb 'to be' (εἰμί). It signifies an action or state that will occur in the future. It is commonly used to express future existence, occurrence, or a future state of being, often translated as 'will be' or 'shall be'. For example, 'it will be done' or 'he will be there'.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Future, Indicative, Middle/Passive (deponent in future)

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁es- (to be). It is a very ancient and fundamental verb in the Greek language, tracing its roots back to the earliest stages of Indo-European.

G4413

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: PRO-ton

Translations: first, foremost, chief, principal, a first thing, before, at the first, in the first place

Notes: This word means 'first' in terms of order, time, importance, or rank. As an adjective, it describes something as being the first of its kind or in a sequence. As an adverb, it indicates something happening initially or in the first instance. It can also refer to the chief or most important person or thing.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΗ, ΠΡΩΤΙΣΤΟΣ, ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'πρῶτος' (prōtos) is a superlative form derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *pro- meaning 'forward, before'. It is related to the Greek preposition 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.

G1163

Part of Speech: Impersonal Verb

Sounds like: DEH-ee

Translations: it is necessary, one must, it is proper, it behooves

Notes: This is an impersonal verb meaning 'it is necessary' or 'one must'. It expresses a strong sense of obligation, necessity, or inevitability. It is often used with an infinitive to indicate what must be done or what is destined to happen.

Inflection: Impersonal, 3rd person singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΧΡΗ, ΑΝΑΓΚΗ ΕΣΤΙΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *deyh₂- (to shine, to gleam), which developed into the sense of 'to be visible, to appear', and then 'to be proper, to be necessary'.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TON

Translations: him, it, them, himself, itself, the same

Notes: This word is an inflection of the pronoun 'ΑΥΤΟΣ'. It can function as a personal pronoun meaning 'him' or 'it' (singular), or 'them' (plural). It can also be used as an intensive pronoun, meaning 'himself' or 'itself', emphasizing the subject. Additionally, when used with an article, it can function as an adjective meaning 'the same'. Its meaning depends on the context and whether it's used alone or with an article.

Inflection: Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Singular; or Accusative, Masculine, Plural

G4183

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: POL-lah

Translations: much, many, great, abundant, often, greatly, many things

Notes: This word is an inflection of the adjective 'ΠΟΛΥΣ' (polys), meaning 'much' or 'many'. As an adjective, 'ΠΟΛΛΑ' typically functions as the neuter plural nominative or accusative, meaning 'many things' or 'much'. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'often' or 'greatly'. It is used to indicate a large quantity or frequency.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative (of the adjective ΠΟΛΥΣ); or Adverb

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΙΚΑΝΟΣ

G593

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-doh-kee-mas-THE-nai

Translations: to be rejected, to be disapproved, to be cast aside

Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'apodokimazo'. It means to be rejected or disapproved, often in the sense of being found unfit or unworthy after examination. It describes the state of being cast aside or deemed unacceptable.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΒΑΛΛΩ, ΑΘΕΤΕΩ

Etymology: The word 'apodokimazo' is a compound verb formed from 'apo' (away from) and 'dokimazo' (to test, approve). Thus, it literally means 'to test away' or 'to test and reject'.

G0575

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: AH-po

Translations: from, away from, by, of, out of, because of, by means of

Notes: This word is a preposition that primarily indicates separation, origin, or cause. It is always followed by a noun or pronoun in the genitive case. It can mean 'from' in the sense of moving away from a place, 'from' in the sense of origin or source, or 'by' when indicating the agent or cause of an action.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *apo- 'off, away'. It is cognate with Latin ab and English off.

G1074

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ge-ne-AS

Translations: of a generation, of generations, a generation, generations, of a race, of races, a race, races, of a family, of families, a family, families, of a kind, of kinds, a kind, kinds

Notes: This word refers to a generation of people, a race, a family, or a kind/species. It can also denote the time span of a generation. In the provided examples, it is used in the phrase "generations of generations" (ΓΕΝΕΑΣ ΓΕΝΕΩΝ), emphasizing a very long or eternal duration.

Inflection: Singular Genitive or Plural Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΟΣ, ΦΥΛΗ, ΓΕΝΕΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the Greek verb γίνομαι (ginomai), meaning "to come into being" or "to be born."

G2531

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: KAH-thohss

Translations: just as, even as, according as, as, exactly as, in proportion as, like, according to, inasmuch as

Notes: This is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'according to') and the adverb ὡς (hōs, meaning 'as' or 'how'). It functions as an adverb or conjunction, primarily used to introduce a comparison, indicating that something is done or happens in the same way as something else. It can also express correspondence or proportion, meaning 'inasmuch as' or 'to the extent that'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition κατά (kata, 'down, according to') and the adverb ὡς (hōs, 'as, how').

G2068

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: AYS-thee-on

Translations: they were eating, they ate, they used to eat

Notes: This word is the 3rd person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'εσθίω' (esthiō), meaning 'to eat'. The imperfect tense describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, or an action that was in progress. Therefore, 'ΗΣΘΙΟΝ' indicates that 'they were eating' or 'they used to eat' something. It can also describe a past action that was completed, but with an emphasis on its duration or repetition.

Inflection: 3rd Person, Plural, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΒΙΒΡΩΣΚΩ, ΤΡΩΓΩ

G2038

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PEE-non

Translations: they were drinking, they drank

Notes: ΕΠΙΝΟΝ is the third person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb ἐπιπίνω (epipino), which means 'to drink upon' or 'to drink down'. The imperfect tense indicates a continuous or repeated action in the past, or an action that was in progress. It describes what 'they were drinking' or 'they used to drink'.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΠΙΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΠΙΝΩ

Etymology: The verb ἐπιπίνω (epipino) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'on', and the verb πίνω (pino), meaning 'to drink'. The prefix ἐπί intensifies the action of drinking or indicates drinking on top of something.

G1060

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GAH-moo

Translations: they were marrying, they married

Notes: This is the 3rd person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb γαμέω (gameō), meaning 'to marry' or 'to be married'. The imperfect tense describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, or an action that was in progress. So, 'they were marrying' or 'they used to marry' are common translations, indicating a continuous state or repeated action of marriage.

Inflection: 3rd Person, Plural, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Etymology: The word γαμέω (gameō) comes from γάμος (gamos), meaning 'marriage' or 'wedding'.

G1061

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: gah-MEE-zon-toh

Translations: were given in marriage, were marrying

Notes: This word describes the action of being given in marriage or marrying. It is often used in the context of people engaging in typical life activities, such as eating and drinking, before a significant event. It implies the act of entering into a marital union.

Inflection: Imperfect Indicative, Middle/Passive Voice, Third Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΓΑΜΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΓΑΜΙΖΩ (gamizo) is derived from the root ΓΑΜΟΣ (gamos), meaning 'marriage' or 'wedding'. The suffix -ιζω indicates a causative or active verb, meaning 'to cause to marry' or 'to give in marriage'.

G0891

G3588, G3739, G3778, G5101

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: AKH-ree

Translations: until, up to, as far as, even to, while, during

Notes: This word functions as a preposition or an adverb, indicating a limit in time or space. It means 'until' when referring to a point in time, or 'up to' and 'as far as' when referring to a spatial limit or extent. It can also mean 'even to' or 'even including'. It is often followed by the genitive case.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΕΧΡΙ, ΕΩΣ, ΑΝΕΥ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the Greek word 'ἄκρος' (akros), meaning 'highest' or 'extreme', suggesting a sense of reaching a limit or extremity.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun

Sounds like: HAYS

Translations: (of) the, (of) who, (of) which, (of) this, (of) that, (of) what

Notes: The word "ΗΣ" is a versatile form in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as the genitive singular for masculine and feminine nouns. It can be the genitive singular of the definite article 'the', indicating possession or relationship. It can also be the genitive singular of the relative pronoun 'who/which', connecting clauses, or the demonstrative pronoun 'this/that', pointing to something specific. Additionally, it can be the genitive singular of the interrogative pronoun 'what/who', used in questions.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eis-EEL-then

Translations: he entered, she entered, it entered, went in, came in

Notes: This word describes the action of entering or coming into a place. It is often used to indicate movement from an outside location to an inside one, or to signify the beginning of a state or condition. It is a compound word formed from 'EIS' (into) and 'ERCHOMAI' (to come/go).

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΣΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word εἰσέρχομαι (eiserchomai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition εἰς (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. Its etymology traces back to Proto-Indo-European roots related to movement.

G2064

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EEL-then

Translations: he came, she came, it came, he went, she went, it went

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'he/she/it came' or 'he/she/it went'. It is the third person singular aorist indicative active form of the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), which means 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes a completed action of movement in the past.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΗΚΕΝ, ΕΒΗ

Etymology: The verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to move' or 'to go'.

G2627

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kah-tah-kly-SMOSS

Translations: flood, a flood, deluge, a deluge

Notes: This word refers to a great flood or deluge, often specifically used to describe the biblical flood of Noah's time. It signifies an overwhelming inundation of water. It can also be used metaphorically to describe an overwhelming abundance or outpouring of something, like knowledge or blessing, as seen in some contexts.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΜΜΥΡΑ, ΚΛΥΔΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΚΛΥΣΜΟΣ is derived from the Greek verb κατακλύζω (kataklyzō), meaning 'to inundate, to submerge', which itself comes from κατά (kata), meaning 'down, against', and κλύζω (klyzō), meaning 'to wash, to dash over'.

G0142

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-ren

Translations: he took up, he carried, he lifted, he took away, he removed, he bore, he endured, he picked up, he raised

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'αἴρω' (airō). It describes an action that was completed in the past by a single subject, meaning 'he/she/it took up,' 'carried,' 'lifted,' or 'took away.' It can be used in various contexts to denote the physical act of lifting or removing something, or metaphorically, to bear or endure something.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΦΕΡΩ, ΒΑΣΤΑΖΩ

Etymology: The verb 'αἴρω' (airō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to lift, to raise, to take away.' It is related to words in other Indo-European languages with similar meanings.

G0537

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-PAN-tas

Translations: all, every, the whole, everyone

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all', 'every', or 'the whole'. It is used to indicate the entirety of a group or quantity. In this form, it is the masculine or feminine accusative plural, meaning it refers to 'all' or 'everyone' as the direct object of a verb, or after a preposition that takes the accusative case.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΟΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἅπας (hapas) is a compound word formed from the prefix ἁ- (ha-), meaning 'together' or 'one and the same', and πᾶς (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It emphasizes the totality or completeness of something.

G3091

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: LOTE

Translations: Lot, (of) Lot

Notes: This is the proper noun 'Lot', referring to the biblical figure, Abraham's nephew. The apostrophe-like mark (coronis) indicates an elision, but in this context, it is more likely a keraia, a numerical marker, or simply a scribal abbreviation for the genitive case, making it 'of Lot'. It is used to indicate possession or origin.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Lot' is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'covering' or 'veil'. It refers to the biblical patriarch mentioned in the Old Testament.

G0059

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-go-RAH-zon

Translations: they were buying, they bought

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'agorazo', meaning 'to buy' or 'to frequent the marketplace'. The imperfect tense indicates an ongoing or repeated action in the past. Thus, it describes a continuous or habitual act of buying or trading that occurred in the past.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΩΝΟΥΝ, ΠΡΙΑΜΕΝΟΙ

Etymology: The word 'agorazo' is derived from 'agora', meaning 'marketplace' or 'assembly'. It literally means 'to do business in the agora' or 'to go to the marketplace'.

G4453

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-POH-loon

Translations: they were selling, they sold

Notes: This is the third person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'πωλέω' (pōleō), meaning 'to sell'. The imperfect tense describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, or an action that was in progress. Therefore, it indicates that 'they were selling' or 'they used to sell' something. It can also describe the beginning of an action in the past, or an attempt to do something.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ

Etymology: The verb 'πωλέω' (pōleō) is derived from the root 'πωλ-' (pōl-), which is related to the idea of exchange or trade. It is an ancient Greek verb with a long history of use in commercial contexts.

G2304

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: THAY-on

Translations: divine, a divine thing, sulfur, brimstone

Notes: The word 'ΘΙΟΝ' appears to be a misspelling or variant of 'ΘΕΙΟΝ' (theion). In its adjectival form, 'theion' means 'divine' or 'godly', referring to something that pertains to God or a deity. As a noun, 'theion' can refer to 'divinity' or 'a divine thing'. However, it also has a distinct meaning as 'sulfur' or 'brimstone', often associated with divine judgment or purification in ancient texts. Given the context provided, it is most likely intended to mean 'divine' or 'of God', as seen in 'ΤΟ ὈΝΟΜΑ ΚΥΡΙΟΥ ΤΟΥ ΘΕΟΥ ΥΜΩΝ' (the name of the Lord your God).

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΘΕΟΣ, ΘΕΟΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΘΕΙΟΝ' (theion) is derived from 'ΘΕΟΣ' (theos), meaning 'God'. Its meaning as 'sulfur' or 'brimstone' is thought to come from the ancient belief that sulfur had a divine or purifying quality, often used in religious rituals.

G0575

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: AP

Translations: from, away from, off, out of, by, with

Notes: This is a common Greek preposition that indicates separation, origin, or cause. It means 'from' or 'away from' and is often used to show the source of something, the point from which an action begins, or the agent by which something is done. When used as a prefix (ΑΠ- or ΑΠΟ-), it intensifies the idea of separation or completion, often meaning 'off, away, back, completely'. For example, in 'ἀποστέλλω' (apostellō), it means 'to send away'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: The word ἀπό (apo) comes from Proto-Indo-European *apo-, meaning 'off, away'. It is a very ancient and common preposition found across many Indo-European languages.

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: KAH-tah

Translations: down, according to, against, throughout, by, during, concerning, along

Notes: ΚΑΤΑ is a versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often indicates movement 'down from,' opposition 'against,' or reference 'concerning' something. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'down along,' 'according to,' 'throughout,' 'during,' or 'by' means of something. It can express direction, distribution, opposition, or a standard.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kmtá, meaning 'down, with'. It is related to other prepositions and adverbs in various Indo-European languages.

G1430

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOH-mah-tos

Translations: of a house, of a roof, of a housetop, of a dwelling

Notes: This word refers to the roof or housetop of a building, often used as a living space or for various activities in ancient times. It can also refer to the house or dwelling itself. In the provided examples, it is used in the genitive case, indicating possession or location, such as 'upon the housetop of his house'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑ, ΟΙΚΟΣ, ΣΤΕΓΗ

Etymology: The word ΔΩΜΑ (dōma) comes from the Greek verb δέμω (demō), meaning 'to build'. It refers to something built, specifically a house or a part of a house like the roof.

G4632

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SKEV-ee

Translations: vessel, a vessel, instrument, an instrument, implement, an implement, goods, baggage, equipment, furniture

Notes: This word refers to an object or implement used for a particular purpose, such as a container (vessel), a tool (instrument), or personal belongings (goods, baggage). It can also refer to household items or equipment. It is often used in the plural to denote a collection of such items.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΞΑΡΤΥΣΙΣ, ΟΠΛΑ, ΠΡΑΓΜΑΤΑ

Etymology: The word derives from the verb σκευάζω (skeuazō), meaning 'to prepare, make ready, or equip'. It is related to the idea of things that are prepared or made for use.

G2597

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-BAH-toh

Translations: let him go down, let him come down, may he go down, may he come down, descend

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to go down' or 'to come down'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb βαίνω (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'. It is often used in contexts where someone or something is moving from a higher place to a lower one.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Present, Imperative or Subjunctive, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΕΒΗΝ

G0142, G0686

Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

Sounds like: ah-RAI

Translations: to take up, to lift, to carry away, to remove, to destroy, to curse, a curse, a prayer, a vow

Notes: This word has multiple possible meanings depending on its root. It can be an infinitive form of the verb 'ΑΙΡΩ' (airo), meaning 'to take up, lift, carry away, remove, or destroy'. In this sense, it describes the action of physically moving something upwards or taking it away, or metaphorically removing something from existence. It can also be a form of the noun 'ΑΡΑ' (ara), which means 'a curse', 'a prayer', or 'a vow'. In this sense, it refers to an imprecation or a solemn promise made to a deity.

Inflection: Aorist Active Infinitive (from ΑΙΡΩ); Nominative Plural, Feminine (from ΑΡΑ); Vocative Plural, Feminine (from ΑΡΑ)

Synonyms: ΑΙΡΩ, ΑΝΑΙΡΩ, ΚΑΤΑΡΑ

G68

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-GRO

Translations: to a field, in a field, on a field, to the country, in the country, on the country

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'ΑΓΡΟΣ' (AGROS), which means 'field' or 'countryside'. In Koine Greek, the dative case often indicates location ('in' or 'on') or direction ('to'). Therefore, 'ΑΓΡΩ' typically means 'in/on/to a field' or 'in/on/to the country/countryside'. It refers to an open, uncultivated, or cultivated piece of land outside of a city or village.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It refers to open land, especially for pasturage or cultivation.

G2214

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: zee-TEE-see

Translations: inquiry, an inquiry, question, a question, debate, a debate, discussion, a discussion, search, a search, seeking, a seeking

Notes: This word refers to the act of seeking, searching, inquiring, or questioning. It can also denote a debate or a discussion, particularly one involving a dispute or controversy. It is used to describe the process of looking for something or engaging in a formal or informal investigation.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΡΕΥΝΑ, ΔΙΑΛΟΓΟΣ, ΑΝΑΖΗΤΗΣΗ

Etymology: From the verb ζητέω (zēteō), meaning 'to seek' or 'to search'.

G5590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PSY-khen

Translations: soul, a soul, life, a life, mind, a mind, self, a self

Notes: This word refers to the soul, the principle of life, or the inner self. It can denote a person's life, their mind, or their spiritual essence. It is often used to describe the seat of emotions, desires, and affections, and can also refer to the individual person themselves.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΖΩΗ, ΠΝΕΥΜΑ

Etymology: From a root meaning 'to breathe', referring to the breath as the principle of life. It is related to the verb ψύχω (psycho), meaning 'to breathe, to blow'.

G0622

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-LEH-see

Translations: to destroy, to perish, to lose, to be lost

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'apollymi', meaning to destroy, to perish, or to lose. It describes an action of bringing something to an end, causing ruin, or experiencing destruction or loss. It can be used transitively (to destroy something) or intransitively (to perish).

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Future Indicative Active; or Third Person Singular, Aorist Subjunctive Active; or Third Person Singular, Aorist Optative Active

Synonyms: ΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ

G2225

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: zoh-oh-goh-NEE-say

Translations: will preserve alive, will keep alive, will give life, will save life

Notes: This word means to preserve alive, to keep alive, or to give life. It is often used in contexts where someone's life is saved or sustained, or where life is brought into being. It can also imply bringing back to life or reviving. It is a compound word formed from 'ζωός' (zoos), meaning 'alive' or 'living', and 'γονεύς' (goneus), meaning 'parent' or 'begetter', or related to 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become' or 'to be born'.

Inflection: Future Indicative, Active Voice, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΣΩΖΩ, ΔΙΑΣΩΖΩ, ΖΑΩ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: LEH-goh

Translations: say, speak, tell, call, mean

Notes: This is a very common verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is used to introduce direct or indirect speech, to give commands, or to express an opinion. It can also mean 'to call' or 'to name' someone or something, or 'to mean' something.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Present, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΦΗΜΙ, ΕΡΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *leg- meaning 'to collect, gather'. In Greek, it evolved to mean 'to pick out words', hence 'to speak' or 'to say'.

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOW-tay

Translations: of this, to this, by this, with this, this

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos), meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something specific that is near the speaker or has just been mentioned. As a feminine singular form, it can function as either a genitive case, indicating possession or origin (e.g., 'of this woman'), or a dative case, indicating indirect object or means (e.g., 'to this woman' or 'by means of this'). Its precise meaning depends on the context and the preposition it might be used with.

Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Genitive or Dative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΗ, ΕΚΕΙΝΗ

Etymology: The word 'οὗτος' (houtos), from which 'ταύτῃ' is derived, is a demonstrative pronoun in Koine Greek. It is believed to have originated from a combination of the definite article and a pronominal stem, indicating proximity or reference to something previously mentioned.

G3571

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NYK-tee

Translations: to night, at night, by night, in the night

Notes: ΝΥΚΤΙ is the dative singular form of the noun ΝΥΞ (nyx), meaning 'night'. It is used to indicate the time when something occurs, often translated as 'at night', 'by night', or 'in the night'. It can also indicate the recipient of an action or the means by which something is done, though its primary use is temporal.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΣΠΕΡΑ, ΟΨΕ

Etymology: The word ΝΥΞ (nyx) comes from Proto-Indo-European *nokʷts, meaning 'night'. It is related to similar words for night in many Indo-European languages.

G3880

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-leem-fthay-SEH-tai

Translations: will be taken, will be received, will be assumed

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'alongside' or 'with', and the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. The combined meaning is 'to take alongside', 'to receive', 'to take to oneself', or 'to assume'. In the passive voice, as here, it means 'to be taken' or 'to be received'. It describes an action where someone or something is taken or received by another.

Inflection: Future, Passive, Indicative, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition παρά (pará), meaning 'beside, alongside', and the verb λαμβάνω (lambánō), meaning 'to take, seize, receive'.

G2087

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EH-teh-ross

Translations: other, another, different, a different

Notes: This word means 'other' or 'another', specifically implying a qualitative difference or a different kind, as opposed to 'allos' which means 'another of the same kind'. It is used to distinguish one thing from another that is distinct in nature or type. For example, 'a different man' or 'another kind of thing'.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular. This word inflects for gender, number, and case.

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'other' or 'different'. It is related to Latin 'alter' and English 'other'.

G0863

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-feh-THEE-seh-tai

Translations: it will be forgiven, it will be released, it will be left, it will be permitted

Notes: This word is a verb in the future passive indicative tense, third person singular. It signifies an action that will be done to the subject, such as being forgiven, released, or left behind. It is often used in contexts of sin or debt being remitted.

Inflection: Future, Passive, Indicative, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΩ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΑΦΙΗΜΙ (aphiēmi) is a compound of the preposition ΑΠΟ (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ΙΗΜΙ (hiēmi), meaning 'to send' or 'to let go'. Thus, its core meaning is 'to send away' or 'to let go from'.

G0227

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-lay-THOO-sai

Translations: speaking the truth, being truthful, telling the truth

Notes: This word is a present active participle, indicating an ongoing action. It describes someone who is actively speaking or living out the truth. It is often used to emphasize sincerity and honesty in communication or conduct.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΟΥΣΑΙ, ΦΘΕΓΓΟΜΕΝΑΙ

Etymology: The verb ἀληθεύω (alētheuō) is derived from the adjective ἀληθής (alēthēs), meaning 'true' or 'real'. This adjective itself comes from ἀ- (a-, a negative prefix) and λήθη (lēthē), meaning 'forgetfulness' or 'concealment', thus literally meaning 'un-forgetting' or 'un-concealed', referring to that which is revealed or evident.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OW-toh

Translations: him, it, himself, itself, the same, this, that, of him, of it, to him, to it

Notes: ΑΥΤΟ is an inflected form of the third-person pronoun or demonstrative adjective ΑΥΤΟΣ. As a pronoun, it refers to 'him', 'her', or 'it', depending on gender and number. As an adjective, it can mean 'the same' or 'this/that very one'. It can also be used intensively to emphasize the subject, meaning 'himself' or 'itself'. Its meaning often depends on its position in the sentence relative to the noun it modifies.

Inflection: Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Singular

Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΟΥΤΟΣ

G0611

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-poh-kree-THEN-tes

Translations: having answered, answering, they answered, when they answered

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'apokrinomai', meaning 'to answer' or 'to reply'. It describes an action that has already occurred or is occurring, often functioning adverbially to indicate the circumstances or manner of another action. It is frequently used to introduce a direct or indirect speech.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΟΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΟΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word 'apokrinomai' is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'apo' (meaning 'from' or 'away from') and the verb 'krinomai' (the middle/passive voice of 'krino', meaning 'to judge' or 'to separate'). Thus, it originally conveyed the idea of 'separating oneself from' or 'distinguishing oneself by a reply', evolving to mean 'to answer'.

G4983

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SOH-mah

Translations: body, a body, flesh, a slave

Notes: This word refers to the physical body of a human or animal, or a physical object. It can also metaphorically refer to a group of people or a community, or even to the substance of something. In some contexts, it can refer to a slave or servant, as a 'body' belonging to another.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΑΡΞ, ΧΡΩΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain. It is possibly derived from the verb σῴζω (sōizō), meaning 'to save' or 'to preserve', implying something that is kept or preserved.

G4863