2001 Translation

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.

G0001

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-eng-GEH-lee

Translations: it was reported, it was announced, it was told, it was declared, it was proclaimed

Notes: This word is the aorist passive indicative, third person singular form of the verb ἀπαγγέλλω (apangellō), meaning 'to report' or 'to announce'. It indicates that something was reported or announced by someone or something else, rather than the subject performing the action directly. It is often used in contexts where news or information is conveyed.

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

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΕΥ̓ΑΓΓΕΛΙΖΩ

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.

G0246

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: al-LOF-oo-loi

Translations: foreigners, a foreigner, strangers, a stranger, aliens, an alien

Notes: This word refers to someone of another tribe, race, or nation, often implying a non-Israelite or a non-Greek. It is a compound word formed from 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other', and 'φυλή' (phylē), meaning 'tribe' or 'race'. It is used to describe those who are ethnically or culturally distinct from the speaker's group. In the provided examples, it refers to foreign peoples or enemies.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΘΝΙΚΟΙ, ΞΕΝΟΙ, ΒΑΡΒΑΡΟΙ

Etymology: The word ἀλλόφυλος (allophylos) is derived from the Greek words ἄλλος (allos), meaning 'other', and φυλή (phylē), meaning 'tribe' or 'race'. It literally means 'of another tribe' or 'of another race'.

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: en

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

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'in' or 'on'. It typically governs the dative case, indicating location, time, or means. Its precise translation can vary depending on the context, often conveying ideas like 'within,' 'among,' or 'by means of'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition, it governs cases but does not change its own form).

Etymology: The Koine Greek preposition 'ἘΝ' derives from the Proto-Indo-European root *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, reflecting its ancient origin.

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.

G1283

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ar-PAH-zoo-sin

Translations: they plunder, they pillage, they carry off, they rob, they seize as spoil

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb ἁρπάζω (harpazo), meaning 'to seize' or 'to snatch'. Together, it means to plunder thoroughly, to carry off as spoil, or to rob completely. It describes the act of forcefully taking possessions or goods, often in a violent or destructive manner, such as during war or invasion.

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

Synonyms: ΑΡΠΑΖΩ, ΣΥΛΑΩ, ΛΗΙΖΟΜΑΙ

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).

G0251

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AH-lohs

Translations: threshing floor, a threshing floor, halo, a halo, circle, a circle

Notes: This word refers to a threshing floor, which was a flat, open area where grain was threshed to separate the edible part from the chaff. It can also refer to a halo or a circle, particularly around the sun or moon. In a broader sense, it can denote any circular area.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΛΩΝ, ΚΥΚΛΟΣ

Etymology: This word comes from an ancient root meaning 'to gather' or 'to thresh'. It is related to words describing the act of collecting or processing grain.

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'.

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.

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOO-ree-OO

Translations: of Lord, of the Lord, of God, of the Master

Notes: This word refers to a lord, master, or owner. In religious contexts, particularly in the Septuagint and New Testament, it is frequently used to refer to God or Jesus Christ, often as a title of reverence and authority. It can be used in sentences like 'the house of the Lord' or 'the word of the Lord'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΘΕΟΣ, ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ (kyrios) derives from the root κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'power, authority'. It originally referred to someone who possessed authority or control, such as a master or owner, and later evolved to be used as a title for deities or rulers.

G3004

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'.

G1519, G1487, G1488

Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Verb

Sounds like: E

Translations: into, to, for, unto, in, if, you are

Notes: This word is an elided form, indicated by the coronis (the apostrophe-like mark) at the end. It most commonly represents the preposition 'εἰς' (eis), meaning 'into, to, for', especially when followed by a vowel. It can also represent the conjunction 'εἰ' (ei), meaning 'if', or the verb 'εἶ' (ei), meaning 'you are'. In the provided examples, it functions as the preposition 'into' or 'to', indicating motion towards a place or object. It is used with the accusative case.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an elided form); the original words it represents have their own inflections (e.g., 'εἰς' is a preposition and does not inflect; 'εἰ' is a conjunction and does not inflect; 'εἶ' is a verb, 2nd Person Singular, Present, Indicative, Active).

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: por-YOO-thoh

Translations: I will go, I will travel, I will depart, I will proceed, let me go, let us go

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to go,' 'to travel,' or 'to depart.' It is often used to describe movement from one place to another, whether physically or metaphorically. It can also imply a course of action or a way of life. The form 'ΠΟΡΕΥΘΩ' is typically a future passive indicative or an aorist subjunctive form, often translated as 'I will go' or 'let me go/let us go' depending on context and person.

Inflection: First Person, Singular or Plural, Future Passive Indicative or Aorist Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ (poreuomai) is derived from the noun πόρος (poros), meaning 'a way, a passage, a ford.' It signifies movement along a path or through a passage.

G0246

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: al-LO-fy-looss

Translations: foreigners, strangers, aliens, people of another tribe

Notes: This word refers to people of a different race, tribe, or nation. In a biblical context, it often denotes non-Israelites or those who are not part of the chosen people. It is used to describe those who are 'other' or 'alien' in terms of origin or affiliation.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΞΕΝΟΣ, ΕΘΝΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of ἄλλος (allos), meaning 'other, different', and φυλή (phylē), meaning 'tribe, race, nation'.

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: KOO-ree-oss

Translations: Lord, a Lord, master, a master, owner, an owner, sir

Notes: This word refers to a person who has authority, control, or ownership over something or someone. It is frequently used in the New Testament to refer to God or Jesus Christ, signifying their supreme authority and sovereignty. It can also be used in a more general sense for a human master or owner.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΑΥΘΕΝΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ derives from the Greek word κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'supreme power' or 'authority'. It signifies one who possesses power and authority, thus a lord or master.

G0246

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: al-LO-fy-loys

Translations: (to) foreigners, (to) strangers, (to) aliens, (to) those of another race

Notes: This word describes someone who is of another tribe, race, or nation, often implying a non-Israelite or a non-native. It is a compound word formed from 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other', and 'φυλή' (phylē), meaning 'tribe' or 'race'. It is used to refer to people who are not part of one's own group or community, particularly in an ethnic or national sense.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΘΝΙΚΟΙΣ, ΞΕΝΟΙΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of Ancient Greek ἄλλος (allos, “other”) and φυλή (phylē, “tribe, race”).

G5124

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toys

Translations: (to) these, (for) these, (with) these, (by) these

Notes: This word is the dative plural form of the demonstrative pronoun/adjective meaning 'this' or 'that'. It points to something specific, indicating 'these things' or 'these people'. As a dative case, it often indicates the indirect object of a verb, the recipient of an action, or the means/instrument by which something is done. It can be translated as 'to these', 'for these', 'with these', or 'by these', depending on the context.

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

Synonyms: ΟΥ͂ΤΟΙ, ἘΚΕΊΝΟΙΣ

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.

G2036

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: AY-pahn

Translations: they said, they spoke

Notes: This word is the third person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb 'εἶπον' (eîpon), which functions as the aorist tense for 'λέγω' (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It describes a completed action in the past, indicating that a group of people 'said' or 'spoke' something. It is used to report direct speech or to state what was communicated by multiple individuals.

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

Synonyms: ΕΛΑΛΗΣΑΝ, ΕΦΑΣΑΝ

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.

G1759

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: en-TOW-tha

Translations: here, there, in this place, in that place

Notes: This word is an adverb indicating location, meaning 'here' or 'there'. It refers to a specific place or point in time, often emphasizing the immediate vicinity or the current situation. It can be used to mean 'at this point' or 'at that point' in a narrative.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ὩΔΕ, ἘΚΕΙ, ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ͂

Etymology: From the Greek preposition 'ἐν' (en, 'in') and the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos, 'this'). It literally means 'in this very place'.

G1437

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: eh-AHN

Translations: if, when, whenever, although

Notes: ἘΑΝ is a conditional conjunction used to introduce a protasis (the 'if' clause) in a conditional sentence. It typically takes the subjunctive mood, indicating a condition that is possible, probable, or hypothetical. It can be translated as 'if', 'when', or 'whenever', depending on the nuance of the condition, and sometimes 'although' in concessive clauses.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΙ, ὍΤΑΝ

Etymology: ἘΑΝ is a contraction of the conditional particle εἰ (ei, 'if') and the modal particle ἄν (an), which adds a sense of contingency or possibility to the condition.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: por-yoo-THOH-men

Translations: let us go, we should go, we may go

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to go', 'to proceed', or 'to travel'. The form 'ΠΟΡΕΥΘΩΜΕΝ' is a hortatory subjunctive, which expresses an exhortation or a suggestion for a collective action, essentially meaning 'let us go' or 'we should go'. It implies a movement from one place to another, often with a specific purpose or destination.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Passive, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ' is derived from 'πόρος' (poros), meaning 'a way, a passage, a ford'. It signifies the act of making one's way or passing through.

G1519

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EES

Translations: into, to, for, unto, among, in, toward

Notes: This word is a preposition that primarily indicates motion towards or into something. It is always used with the accusative case, showing the destination or goal of an action. It can also express purpose, result, or the object of an action. For example, it is used to say 'go into the city' or 'believe into Christ'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European *en-s, which is a locative adverb meaning 'in, into'. It is related to the English word 'in'.

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.

G246

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: al-LO-foo-LOHN

Translations: of foreigners, of aliens, of other tribes, of other nations, of strange people

Notes: This word is a compound adjective or noun, meaning 'of another tribe or nation'. It refers to people who are not of the same race, tribe, or nationality as the speaker, often implying a sense of being foreign or alien. It is used to describe things belonging to or associated with such people.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΘΝΩΝ, ΞΕΝΩΝ, ΑΛΛΟΓΕΝΩΝ

Etymology: The word is a compound of two Greek words: ἄλλος (allos), meaning 'other' or 'another', and φυλή (phylē), meaning 'tribe' or 'race'.

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eis-por-YOO-so-me-tha

Translations: we will go in, we will enter, we will come in

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition εἰς (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb πορεύομαι (poreuomai), meaning 'to go' or 'to proceed'. Therefore, it means 'to go into' or 'to enter'. It describes the action of moving from an outside location to an inside one. It is used to indicate a future action of entering or going into a place.

Inflection: Future, Middle, Indicative, 1st Person Plural

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΜΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ is a compound of the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ (poreuomai), meaning 'to go' or 'to proceed'. ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ itself is derived from πόρος (poros), meaning 'passage' or 'ford'.

G4369

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-E-the-toh

Translations: he added, he put to, he continued, he proceeded

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρός (pros, 'to, toward') and the verb τίθημι (tithēmi, 'to put, place'). It means to add something to what is already present, to put something to something else, or to continue doing something, often implying a repetition or continuation of an action. It can be used in contexts where someone adds to a quantity, or when they continue an action or narrative.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΠΡΟΣΤΙΘΕΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΤΙΘΕΩ

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: (to) him, (to) her, (to) it, (to) himself, (to) herself, (to) itself

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It functions as a personal pronoun meaning 'him', 'her', or 'it' when used as an indirect object, often translated with 'to' or 'for'. It can also function as an intensive pronoun meaning 'himself', 'herself', or 'itself', emphasizing the subject. In some contexts, especially with the definite article, it can act as a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'the same'. Its usage depends heavily on the surrounding context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

G0450

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: Ah-nas-TAY-thee

Translations: Rise up!, Stand up!, Arise!

Notes: This word is a command, specifically telling one person to 'rise up' or 'stand up'. It can be used literally, such as rising from a seated or prone position, or metaphorically, such as rising to action or from a state of inactivity or death. It functions as a direct order or exhortation.

Inflection: 2nd Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Imperative

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΙΡΟ, ΣΤΗΘΙ

Etymology: The word ἀνίστημι (anistēmi), from which ἈΝΑΣΤΗΘΙ is derived, is formed from the prefix ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to set'. Thus, it literally means 'to stand up' or 'to cause to stand up again'.

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.

G1473

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-GOH

Translations: I, me

Notes: ἘΓΩ is the first-person singular personal pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning "I" or "me." It refers to the speaker and functions primarily as the subject of a sentence. While the first-person singular verb ending often makes the pronoun redundant, ἘΓΩ is frequently used for emphasis, similar to saying "I myself" or "even I" in English. It can also be used to clarify the subject when multiple individuals are involved.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: This word is an ancient pronoun, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has cognates in many Indo-European languages, reflecting a shared linguistic heritage.

G3860

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-DI-doh-mee

Translations: deliver, hand over, betray, commit, entrust, give up

Notes: This verb means to deliver, hand over, or transmit something or someone. It can be used in various contexts, such as handing over a person to authorities, delivering goods, or entrusting something to someone's care. It can also carry the negative connotation of betraying someone by handing them over to an enemy.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΕΓΧΕΙΡΙΖΩ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside, with, by,' and the verb δίδωμι (didomi), meaning 'to give.' Thus, it literally means 'to give alongside' or 'to hand over.'

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

Translations: with, after, among, behind, by, in company with, in pursuit of, according to

Notes: This word is a preposition that can also function as an adverb. Its meaning varies depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'with' or 'in company with'. When used with the accusative case, it usually means 'after' or 'behind' (indicating sequence or pursuit). It can also denote a change of state or position.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition, it governs cases)

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'μετά' (meta) comes from Proto-Indo-European *met- 'in the middle, among, with'. It is related to English 'mid' and 'middle'.

G4383

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-SO-poo

Translations: of face, of countenance, of presence, of person, of a face, of a countenance, of a presence, of a person

Notes: This word refers primarily to the 'face' or 'countenance' of a person or thing. It can also denote 'presence' or 'appearance'. In a broader sense, it can refer to the 'person' or 'individual' themselves. It is often used in phrases like 'from the face of' or 'before the face of' to mean 'from the presence of' or 'before the presence of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΨΙΣ, ΕΙΔΟΣ, ΜΟΡΦΗ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΡΟΣΩΠΟΝ' is derived from the Greek preposition 'πρός' (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and 'ὤψ' (ōps), meaning 'eye' or 'face'. It literally means 'that which is before the eyes' or 'that which is turned towards'.

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOYS

Translations: (to) them, (to) themselves, (to) it, (to) him, (to) her

Notes: This word is a dative plural form of the personal/demonstrative pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It typically means 'to/for them' or 'to/for themselves', depending on the context. It can refer to people or things. When used reflexively, it emphasizes the subject performing an action on or for themselves. It can also be used to refer to 'it', 'him', or 'her' in the dative case when the gender and number are clear from context, though 'them' is its primary plural translation.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEH-neh-toh

Translations: it happened, it came to pass, it became, it was, it came into being

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative middle/passive of the verb γίνομαι (ginomai). It signifies an event that occurred or a state that came into existence in the past. It is frequently used to introduce a new event or development in a narrative, often translated as 'it happened' or 'it came to pass'. It can also describe something becoming or being made into something else.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

G0004

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-bee-MEH-lekh

Translations: Abimelech

Notes: Abimelech is a proper noun, referring to a personal name. It was the name of several Philistine kings mentioned in the Old Testament, and it may have also functioned as a royal title, similar to 'Pharaoh' for Egyptian kings. The name is a compound word, meaning 'my father is king' or 'father of a king'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The name Abimelech is of Hebrew origin, derived from the words 'אב' (av), meaning 'father', and 'מלך' (melech), meaning 'king'. It literally translates to 'my father is king' or 'father of a king'.

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOS

Translations: he, she, it, they, him, her, it, them, himself, herself, itself, themselves, same, very

Notes: ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is a versatile word in Koine Greek. As a third-person pronoun, it translates to 'he, she, it' or 'they' in the nominative case, and 'him, her, it' or 'them' in other cases. When used intensively, often in the nominative or immediately following the noun, it means 'himself, herself, itself, themselves' or 'even, very'. When used as an adjective with the definite article (e.g., 'ὁ αὐτὸς'), it means 'the same'. Its meaning depends on its grammatical function and position in the sentence.

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

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly from a pronominal stem *au- or *aw-.

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'.

G2597

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ka-TE-bee

Translations: he went down, he descended

Notes: This word means 'he went down' or 'he descended'. It describes the action of moving from a higher place to a lower one. It is typically used in past tense contexts to indicate that someone or something completed the action of descending.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΠΙΠΤΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΒΑΙΝΩ is a compound of the prefix ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ΒΑΙΝΩ (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'.

G2192

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: EKH-ohn

Translations: having, holding, possessing, being in possession of

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. As a participle, it functions like a verbal adjective, describing someone or something that is in the act of having or holding something. It can be translated as 'having' or 'one who has', and often introduces a clause explaining what someone possesses or is doing.

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

Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩΝ

Etymology: The verb ἔχω (echō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *seǵʰ- ('to hold, to have'). It is a common verb in ancient Greek, with a wide range of meanings related to possession, state, and action.

G4097

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pep-RAH-ken

Translations: has sold, sold, he has sold, she has sold, it has sold

Notes: This word is the third person singular, perfect active indicative form of the verb 'pipraskō', meaning 'to sell'. It indicates an action that was completed in the past and has ongoing results in the present. Therefore, it translates to 'he/she/it has sold' or simply 'he/she/it sold' in contexts where the perfect tense implies a completed action with present relevance.

Inflection: Perfect Active Indicative, 3rd Person Singular

Etymology: From an ancient root related to selling or trading. It is connected to the idea of 'passing over' or 'handing over' something in exchange for payment.

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'.

G2316

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THEH-os

Translations: God, a God, Lord

Notes: ΘΕΟΣ (theos) is a singular noun meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, it is frequently used to refer to the singular, supreme God, often with the definite article. It can also refer to a generic deity or even a human figure considered divine. It functions as a subject or object in sentences, depending on its case.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ

Etymology: The word ΘΕΟΣ is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root, though its precise origin is debated. It has cognates in various Indo-European languages.

G0616

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-keh-KLEIS-tai

Translations: it has been shut, it has been closed, it has been shut off, it has been enclosed

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from 'ἀπό' (away from) and 'κλείω' (to shut). It means to be shut off, closed up, or enclosed. It describes a state where something is completely shut or blocked, often implying a sense of being confined or inaccessible. It is used in contexts where a path, entrance, or even a sense is blocked.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Perfect Tense, Indicative Mood, Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΚΛΕΙΩ, ΦΡΑΓΝΥΜΙ

Etymology: The word ἀποκλείω (apokleiō) is derived from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb κλείω (kleiō), meaning 'to shut' or 'to close'. It describes the action of shutting something away or off.

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ice-EL-thone

Translations: having entered, having gone in, having come in, entering, going in, coming in

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'eiserchomai', meaning 'to enter' or 'to go/come in'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed before or at the same time as the main verb of the sentence, and it functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun. It indicates someone who has performed the action of entering.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΣΒΑΙΝΩ

G4172

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: POH-lin

Translations: city, a city

Notes: The word 'πόλιν' is the accusative singular form of the noun 'πόλις', meaning 'city'. It refers to a populated place, typically larger than a village, with a defined administrative structure. As an accusative case, it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions, indicating the destination or the object being acted upon. For example, one might 'go into the city' or 'see the city'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The word 'πόλις' comes from Proto-Indo-European, referring to a fortified place or citadel. It developed to mean a city-state in ancient Greece, encompassing both the physical settlement and its citizens.

G3853

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-ang-GEL-len

Translations: he commanded, he ordered, he instructed, he charged, he gave orders

Notes: This word describes the act of giving a command, order, or instruction. It implies a directive from a position of authority or a clear communication of what is to be done. It is often used in contexts where someone is charged with a specific task or responsibility.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΚΕΛΕΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'from', and the verb ἀγγέλλω (angellō), meaning 'to announce' or 'to report'. Thus, it originally conveyed the idea of announcing something from beside someone, or giving a message directly.

G2992

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: lah-OH

Translations: people, a people, nation, a nation

Notes: This word refers to a people, a nation, or a multitude of individuals, often used in the context of a specific group or community, such as the people of Israel or the people of God. It can be used to describe a general populace or a distinct ethnic or national group.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΟΧΛΟΣ

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to λᾶς (lās, "stone"), referring to people as "stones" or "foundations." It is also suggested to be from Proto-Indo-European *leh₂w- ("people, army").

G2597

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-BAH-ee-nayn

Translations: to go down, to come down, to descend

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb βαίνω (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'. Therefore, it means 'to go down' or 'to descend'. It is used to describe movement from a higher place to a lower one, whether literally (e.g., descending a mountain) or figuratively (e.g., coming down from heaven).

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΙΣΧΥΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΒΑΙΝΩ is a compound of the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ΒΑΙΝΩ (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'. ΒΑΙΝΩ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to go' or 'to step'.

G4912

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-EH-khine

Translations: to hold together, to constrain, to oppress, to afflict, to seize, to occupy, to press hard, to be distressed, to be held by

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (together with) and the verb ΕΧΩ (to have, to hold). It means to hold together, to constrain, to oppress, or to seize. It can describe being held by a disease or a crowd, or to be distressed by circumstances. It implies a strong, often forceful, holding or pressing.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΠΙΕΖΩ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΝΕΧΩ is a compound of the Greek preposition ΣΥΝ (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΕΧΩ (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'.

G1097

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eg-NOH

Translations: knew, recognized, understood, perceived

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō), meaning 'to know' or 'to come to know'. It describes an action of knowing or recognizing that occurred in the past, often implying a completed or definite act of gaining knowledge or understanding. It can be used in sentences like 'he knew' or 'she recognized'.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΔΑ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

G3900

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-see-OH-pa

Translations: to pass over in silence, to omit mention of, to keep silent, to be silent

Notes: This verb means to pass over something in silence, to omit mentioning it, or to keep silent about it. It implies a deliberate act of not speaking about a particular matter. It can be used in contexts where one chooses not to disclose information or to ignore something by not addressing it verbally.

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

Synonyms: ΣΙΩΠΑΩ, ΣΙΓΑΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek παρά (para, "beside, by") and σιωπάω (siōpaō, "to be silent"). The prefix παρά intensifies or modifies the action of being silent, suggesting a passing by or over in silence.

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'.

G4314

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-ah-GAH-geh

Translations: bring, lead, present, offer, bring near, bring to, lead to

Notes: This word means to bring something or someone near, to lead them to a specific place or person, or to present or offer something. As an imperative, it functions as a command to perform this action. It is often used in contexts of bringing offerings, presenting people before authorities, or leading someone to a destination.

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΩ, ΦΕΡΩ, ΠΑΡΙΣΤΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΣΑΓΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros), meaning 'to' or 'toward', and the verb ΑΓΩ (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. Thus, its meaning is literally 'to lead toward' or 'to bring to'.

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.

G2474

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: Iss-rah-AYL

Translations: Israel

Notes: This word refers to Israel, which can denote the patriarch Jacob (who was renamed Israel), the nation descended from him, or the land occupied by that nation. It is used to refer to the people of God, the twelve tribes, or the northern kingdom of Israel as distinct from Judah. It is often used in contexts referring to the history, covenant, and identity of God's chosen people.

Inflection: Indeclinable

Etymology: The word is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'God strives' or 'he strives with God'. It was the new name given to Jacob after he wrestled with God (Genesis 32:28).

G0191

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-KOO-ohn

Translations: hearing, listening, obeying, understanding, one who hears, a hearer

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'hearing' or 'listening'. It describes an ongoing action of perceiving sound. It can function as an adjective, modifying a noun, or as a substantive, referring to 'one who hears' or 'a hearer'. It can also be used adverbially to describe the manner of an action.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩΝ, ἘΝΩΤΙΖΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ὙΠΑΚΟΥΩΝ

G1401

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOO-los

Translations: servant, a servant, slave, a slave, bondservant, a bondservant

Notes: The word "δούλος" (doulos) refers to a servant, slave, or bondservant. In ancient Greek society, a δούλος was typically someone who was the property of another, lacking personal rights and serving their master. However, in a religious context, it can also denote a devoted servant of God, emphasizing willing submission and loyalty rather than forced servitude.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative

Synonyms: ΘΕΡΑΠΩΝ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word "δούλος" is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is thought to be related to the concept of being bound or enslaved.

G2212

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ZAY-tay

Translations: he seeks, he looks for, he desires, he asks for, he demands, he investigates

Notes: This word means to seek, look for, or desire something. It can also mean to ask for or demand something, or to investigate a matter. It is used to describe an action of searching or inquiring, often with a specific goal in mind.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΕΚΖΗΤΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΖΗΤΕΩ (zēteō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to seek' or 'to inquire'.

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEE

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, concerning, during, by, beside, near, among, with respect to

Notes: This is a very common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often means 'upon, over, on, at, in the time of, during, concerning, in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'upon, on, at, by, near, beside, in, for, in addition to, on the basis of, because of, in the time of, during, in the presence of, against'. With the accusative case, it typically means 'upon, on, to, against, over, for, with a view to, at, by, during, in the time of'. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'upon, besides, in addition'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to similar prepositions in other Indo-European languages, conveying ideas of 'on, upon, over'.

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'.

G0616

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pok-lay-sthay-SEH-tai

Translations: will be shut out, will be excluded, will be locked out

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to be shut out', 'to be excluded', or 'to be locked out'. It describes an action that will happen to someone or something, where they are prevented from entering or participating. It is used in a future passive sense, indicating that the subject will receive the action of being shut out.

Inflection: Future, Passive, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΚΛΕΙΩ, ΑΠΟΚΛΕΙΩ

Etymology: The word ΑΠΟΚΛΕΙΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΑΠΟ (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ΚΛΕΙΩ (kleiō), meaning 'to shut' or 'to close'. Thus, it literally means 'to shut away from'.

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').

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.

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.

G1831

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EHL-thon

Translations: they went out, they came out, they departed, they went forth, they came forth

Notes: This word is the third person plural, aorist indicative active form of the verb "exerchomai," meaning "to go out" or "to come out." It describes an action of moving from an inside location to an outside one, or departing from a place. It can refer to people, animals, or even abstract concepts like spirits or words emerging.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (exerchomai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕΚ (ek), meaning "out of" or "from," and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai), meaning "to come" or "to go." Thus, its etymological meaning is literally "to come/go out from."

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-por-YOO-on-toh

Translations: they were going, they went, they traveled, they proceeded

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to go', 'to travel', or 'to proceed'. It describes an action of movement. The form 'ἘΠΟΡΕΥΟΝΤΟ' indicates that the action was ongoing or repeated in the past, often translated as 'they were going' or 'they went' (in a continuous sense). It is commonly used to describe people moving from one place to another.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΟΔΕΥΩ

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.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-por-YOO-thay-san

Translations: they went, they departed, they traveled, they walked

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to go', 'to depart', 'to travel', or 'to walk'. It describes the act of moving from one place to another. The form 'ἘΠΟΡΕΥΘΗΣΑΝ' indicates that the action was completed in the past by a group of people (third person plural). It is often used to describe a journey or a movement towards a destination.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word πορεύομαι (poreuomai) comes from the Greek word πόρος (poros), meaning 'a way' or 'a passage'. It signifies movement along a path or route.

G1295

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ah-SEH-soh-tai

Translations: has been saved, has been preserved, has been brought safely through

Notes: This word describes an action that has been completed in the past and whose results continue into the present. It means to be completely saved, preserved, or brought safely through a difficult situation. It is used to indicate that someone or something has been rescued or kept safe from danger or destruction.

Inflection: Perfect, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΣΩΖΩ, ΔΙΑΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ, ΔΙΑΤΗΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word διασῴζω (diasōzō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'completely', and the verb σῴζω (sōzō), meaning 'to save' or 'to preserve'. The prefix διά intensifies the meaning of saving, implying a thorough or complete salvation or preservation.

G1831

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EL-thain

Translations: to go out, to come out, to depart, to exit

Notes: This word is an aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'exerchomai', meaning 'to go out' or 'to come out'. It is a compound verb formed from 'ek' (out of) and 'erchomai' (to come/go). It describes the action of moving from an inside place to an outside place, or from one state to another. It can be used in contexts like leaving a house, departing from a city, or emerging from a situation.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G4728

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: steh-NOYS

Translations: (to) narrow, (to) strait, (to) confined, (to) restricted, (to) difficult, (to) distress, (to) straits, (to) difficulties

Notes: This word describes something that is narrow, confined, or restricted. As an adjective, it can modify a noun to indicate a narrow path, gate, or space. As a noun (often in the plural), it refers to narrow places, straits, or metaphorically, to difficulties and distress. It is often used in contexts describing challenging circumstances or physical constraints.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΘΛΙΨΙΣ, ΣΤΕΝΟΧΩΡΙΑ, ΔΥΣΚΟΛΙΑ

G0847

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ookh-MOH-day

Translations: dry, parched, arid, desolate

Notes: This word describes something that is dry, parched, or arid, often referring to land or a place. It implies a lack of moisture or vegetation, suggesting a desolate or barren environment. It is used to characterize a place as being dry and unfertile.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΞΗΡΟΣ, ΕΡΗΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word is derived from the Greek word αὔχμος (auchmos), meaning 'drought, dryness', combined with the suffix -ώδης (-ōdēs), which indicates 'full of' or 'resembling'. Thus, it means 'full of dryness' or 'resembling drought'.

G2212

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-ZAY-tay

Translations: he was seeking, she was seeking, it was seeking, he sought, she sought, it sought

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'ζητέω' (zēteō), meaning 'to seek,' 'to look for,' 'to inquire,' or 'to demand.' The imperfect tense describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, or an action that was attempted or begun. It indicates that someone or something was in the process of seeking or looking for something.

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

Synonyms: ἘΠΙΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑἸΤΕΩ, ἘΚΖΗΤΕΩ

G3860

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pah-reh-DOH-ken

Translations: handed over, delivered, gave up, betrayed, committed, entrusted

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΠΑΡΑ (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb ΔΙΔΩΜΙ (didomi), meaning 'to give'. It generally means to hand something over to someone, to deliver, or to give up. Depending on the context, it can also mean to betray someone, to commit something to someone's care, or to entrust. It is often used in the sense of delivering someone into custody or handing over a tradition.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΕΠΙΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

G1831

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-ER-kheh-tai

Translations: he goes out, she goes out, it goes out, he comes out, she comes out, it comes out, he emerges, she emerges, it emerges

Notes: This word means 'to go out', 'to come out', or 'to emerge'. It is often used to describe movement from an enclosed space to an open one, or from one state to another. It can refer to people leaving a place, or things appearing or being produced from something else. For example, it can describe someone exiting a house, or a word coming out of someone's mouth.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἐξέρχομαι is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.

G2537

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: KAI-nee

Translations: new, fresh, a new, a fresh

Notes: This word describes something that is new in terms of quality, freshness, or being recently made, rather than new in terms of age (for which a different word, 'neos', is often used). It implies something that is unprecedented, superior, or of a different kind. For example, it can refer to a new covenant, a new creation, or a new teaching. It is used to describe things that are innovative or renewed.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΝΕΟΣ, ΠΡΟΣΦΑΤΟΣ

G5207

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: HUI-os

Translations: son, a son

Notes: This word refers to a male offspring, a son. It is a masculine noun and is commonly used to denote a direct descendant or, in a broader sense, someone who shares a close relationship or characteristic with another, such as 'sons of God' or 'sons of disobedience'. It can also refer to a young man or a male child.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΠΑΙΣ

Etymology: From an unused root, probably meaning 'to beget'. It is related to the concept of generation and lineage.

G2901

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-rah-tah-ee-OH-sen

Translations: he strengthened, he made strong, he prevailed, he became mighty

Notes: This word is a verb in the past tense, indicating an action that was completed. It means to strengthen, to make strong, or to become mighty. It can describe someone or something gaining power or becoming more firm and resolute. It is often used to describe God strengthening individuals or nations, or a person strengthening another.

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

Synonyms: ΔΥΝΑΜΟΩ, ΕΝΙΣΧΥΩ, ΙΣΧΥΩ

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOO-ree-OH

Translations: to the Lord, for the Lord, to the master, for the master, to an owner, for an owner

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, meaning 'Lord,' 'master,' or 'owner.' In the dative case, it typically indicates the indirect object of an action, the recipient, or the beneficiary. It is commonly used in religious contexts to refer to God or Jesus Christ, but can also refer to a human master or owner. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'to give thanks to the Lord' or 'to serve the master.'

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ

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.

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.

G4771

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: SOY

Translations: (to) you, (for) you, you

Notes: This is the second-person singular dative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'to you' or 'for you'. It can also simply translate as 'you' when the context implies a dative relationship, such as indirect object or a recipient of an action. It is used to indicate the person to whom something is given, said, or done, or for whom an action is performed. For example, 'I give to you' or 'I do this for you'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Second Person

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a very ancient pronoun, found across many Indo-European languages.

G1492

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: OY-den

Translations: knows, has known, understands

Notes: This verb means 'to know' or 'to understand'. It is a perfect tense verb that is used with a present meaning, indicating a state of knowing that has been acquired and continues. It describes what someone or something is aware of or comprehends.

Inflection: 3rd Person, Singular, Perfect Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *weyd- ('to see, to know'). In Greek, it developed into a perfect tense verb with a present meaning.

G1303

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-eh-THEH-n-toh

Translations: they made a covenant, they arranged, they appointed, they disposed

Notes: This word is the aorist middle indicative third person plural form of the verb διατίθημι (diatithēmi). It is a compound verb formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to place' or 'to set'. In the middle voice, it often means 'to make a covenant' or 'to arrange for oneself', implying an action done for one's own benefit or with one's own involvement. It can also mean 'to dispose' or 'to settle' something.

Inflection: Third Person Plural, Aorist Indicative, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

G0297

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: am-foh-TEH-roy

Translations: both

Notes: This word means 'both' and is used to refer to two people or things collectively. It emphasizes that two distinct entities are included in a statement or action.

Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural. This word inflects for gender, number, and case (e.g., masculine, feminine, neuter; singular, plural; nominative, genitive, dative, accusative).

Etymology: The word 'ἀμφότεροι' is derived from the prefix 'ἀμφί' (amphi), meaning 'on both sides' or 'around', combined with a form related to 'ἕτερος' (heteros), meaning 'other' or 'one of two'.

G1242

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-ah-THEH-kane

Translations: covenant, a covenant, testament, a testament, will, a will, disposition, an arrangement

Notes: This word refers to a covenant, agreement, or testament, often implying a formal arrangement or disposition made by one party, which may or may not be reciprocated. In a religious context, it frequently refers to God's covenant with humanity. It can also refer to a last will and testament.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΘΗΚΗ, ΟΡΚΟΣ, ΔΙΑΤΑΓΜΑ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb τίθημι (tithemi), meaning 'to place' or 'to set'. It originally referred to an arrangement or disposition, and later came to mean a covenant or testament.

G1799

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: en-OH-pee-on

Translations: before, in the presence of, in the sight of, (of) before, (of) in the presence of, (of) in the sight of

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'before' or 'in the presence of'. It can also be used as a preposition with the genitive case, meaning 'in the presence of' or 'in the sight of' someone or something. It often conveys the idea of being directly in front of, or under the observation of, another.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an adverb); functions as a preposition with the genitive case.

Synonyms: ἘΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΩΠΙΟΝ

Etymology: This word is a compound formed from the preposition ἘΝ (en, meaning 'in') and the noun ὬΨ (ōps, meaning 'face' or 'eye'). It literally means 'in the face of' or 'in the sight of'.

G0565

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-EEL-then

Translations: he went away, he departed, he left

Notes: This is a compound verb meaning 'to go away' or 'to depart'. It is formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes an action of moving from one place to another, specifically moving away from a point of reference. It is often used to indicate a final departure or a permanent leaving.

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

Synonyms: ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΓΩ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

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.

G1006

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: BOO-non

Translations: hill, a hill, mountain, a mountain

Notes: This word refers to a hill or a mountain. It is used to describe an elevated piece of land, often smaller than a full-fledged mountain but can also refer to a mountain itself, especially in a general sense. It can be used in sentences like 'He went up the hill' or 'They built an altar on the mountain.'

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΡΟΣ, ΛΟΦΟΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be of pre-Greek origin, possibly related to a word for 'mound' or 'heap'.

G3756

Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle

Sounds like: OOK

Translations: not, no

Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express absolute negation. It typically precedes verbs, adjectives, or adverbs to deny or contradict a statement. It is used when the negation is a statement of fact, as opposed to a hypothetical or willed negation. It has variant forms like οὐ (ou) before a consonant and οὐχ (ouch) before a rough breathing.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΉ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'not'. It is an ancient negative particle found in various Indo-European languages.

G2928

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: keh-KROOP-tai

Translations: has been hidden, is hidden, has been kept secret, is kept secret

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'has been hidden' or 'is hidden'. It describes something that is concealed or kept secret, often implying that the action of hiding has already occurred and the state of being hidden continues. It is used to indicate that something is not visible or not known to others.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΡΥΠΤΩ, ΛΑΝΘΑΝΩ, ΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ

Etymology: The word κρύπτω (kryptō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *krewb-, meaning 'to cover, hide'.

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: pa-RAH

Translations: beside, by, near, from, with, at, along, beyond, against, through, in the presence of, alongside, a

Notes: This word functions primarily as a preposition, indicating proximity, origin, or comparison. It can mean 'beside,' 'from,' 'with,' 'at,' or 'alongside,' depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used as a prefix in compound words, it often conveys ideas of proximity, deviation, or intensity, such as 'alongside,' 'beyond,' 'contrary to,' or 'through.'

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition); as a prefix, it modifies the meaning of the verb or noun it attaches to.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΣΥΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *per- (meaning 'forward, through'). It is cognate with English 'for' and 'through'.

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: PAN

Translations: all, every, whole, everything, a whole

Notes: This word is the neuter nominative or accusative singular form of the adjective/pronoun ΠΑΣ (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate totality or universality. For example, it can mean 'all things' or 'everything' when used substantively, or 'the whole' when modifying a singular noun. It can also be used to mean 'every' when referring to individual items within a group.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΣ (pas) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *peh₂- meaning 'to protect, feed'. Its meaning evolved to 'all' or 'whole' in Greek.

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'.

G2808

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: keh-KLEI-kah-sin

Translations: they have shut, they have closed, they have locked

Notes: This word is the third person plural, perfect active indicative form of the verb κλείω (kleiō). It means 'they have shut' or 'they have closed' something. The perfect tense indicates a completed action with ongoing results, so it describes an action that was finished in the past but whose effects continue into the present.

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

Synonyms: ΚΛΕΙΩ, ΚΛΕΙΔΟΩ, ΦΡΑΓΝΥΜΙ

Etymology: The word κλείω (kleiō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to close' or 'to shut'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: por-YOO-thay-teh

Translations: go, depart, travel, proceed, walk

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to go, depart, or travel. It is often used to describe movement from one place to another, or to indicate a course of action or way of life. In its imperative form, it functions as a command or instruction to someone to go or proceed.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Imperative, 2nd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word πορεύω (poreuō) comes from πόρος (poros), meaning 'passage' or 'ford'. It signifies making a way or causing to go.

G2090

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-toy-MAH-sah-teh

Translations: prepare, make ready, make preparations, get ready

Notes: This word means to prepare or make ready. It is often used in the context of getting things in order for an event or a journey, or to make something available or suitable for a particular purpose. It can also imply establishing or making firm. In the provided examples, it is used in the imperative, commanding someone to prepare or make ready.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative or Imperative, Second Person Plural

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΣΚΕΥΑΖΩ, ΠΑΡΑΣΚΕΥΑΖΩ

G2036

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-pe-teh

Translations: you said, you spoke, say, speak

Notes: This is a form of the verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It can be either the second person plural aorist active indicative, meaning 'you (plural) said' or 'you (plural) spoke', or the second person plural aorist active imperative, meaning 'say!' or 'speak!' (to a plural audience). Its usage depends on the context of the sentence.

Inflection: Second Person, Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative or Imperative

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΦΗΜΙ

Etymology: The root verb ΕἸΠΩ (eipo) is an aorist form used in conjunction with the present stem ΛΕΓΩ (lego). It comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to speak' or 'to say'.

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.

G3835

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-noor-GEY-seh-tai

Translations: he may act craftily, he may be cunning, he may be unscrupulous

Notes: This word describes the act of being crafty, cunning, or unscrupulous. It implies using cleverness or trickery, often with negative connotations, to achieve a goal. It can be used in a sentence to describe someone who is behaving in a deceitful or artful manner.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist, Subjunctive, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΔΟΛΙΕΥΩ, ΚΑΚΟΤΕΧΝΕΩ

Etymology: The verb πανουργεύω (panourgeuō) is derived from the adjective πανοῦργος (panoûrgos), which means 'cunning, crafty, unscrupulous'. This adjective is a compound of πᾶν (pan), meaning 'all', and ἔργον (ergon), meaning 'work' or 'deed', suggesting someone who is 'capable of all deeds' or 'ready for anything', often in a negative sense.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: por-yoo-SOH-meth-ah

Translations: we will go, we shall go, we will travel, we shall travel

Notes: This word means 'we will go' or 'we shall travel'. It is a verb indicating future action of moving or journeying. It is used when a group of people (including the speaker) intends to proceed to a place or embark on a journey.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Future Indicative, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΟΔΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word πορεύομαι (poreuomai) is derived from the noun πόρος (poros), meaning 'a way, a passage, a ford'. It signifies movement along a path or through a passage.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: meth

Translations: with, after, among, by, in company with

Notes: This is an elided form of the preposition 'μετά' (meta), which means 'with' or 'after'. The final alpha (α) is dropped when the next word begins with a vowel and a rough breathing mark (indicated by the 'θ' which is the first letter of the following word in the examples, 'θύμου'). It indicates association, accompaniment, or sequence in time or order. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'with' or 'in company with'. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'after' or 'behind'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition, but this is an elided form)

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *met- (among, with, in the middle of).

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYS

Translations: (of) earth, (of) land, (of) ground, (of) world, (of) country, (of) region

Notes: This word refers to the earth, land, or ground. It can denote the physical soil, a specific territory or country, or the entire planet. As a genitive form, it indicates possession, origin, or the material from which something is made, often translated with 'of' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΑΓΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΓΗ (gē) comes from Proto-Hellenic *gā́, which itself is from Proto-Indo-European *ǵʰeh₁- ('earth').

G1830

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-er-EHV-nee-soh

Translations: I will search out, I will examine, I will investigate, I will explore

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to search out thoroughly,' 'to investigate,' or 'to examine carefully.' It implies a diligent and exhaustive inquiry into something, often with the aim of discovering hidden information or understanding a matter completely. It is used in contexts where a deep and careful search is required.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Future Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΕΡΕΥΝΑΩ, ΖΗΤΕΩ, ΕΞΕΤΑΣΩ

Etymology: The word ἐξερευνάω (exereunao) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from,' and the verb ἐρευνάω (ereunao), meaning 'to search' or 'to seek.' Thus, it literally means 'to search out from' or 'to search thoroughly.'

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pa-SAIS

Translations: to all, for all, with all, by all, all

Notes: This word means 'all', 'every', or 'whole'. It is used to indicate the totality or entirety of something. As an adjective, it agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies. In this form, it is used with feminine plural nouns in the dative case, often indicating the means, instrument, or indirect object.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΣ (pas) comes from Proto-Indo-European *peh₂- (to protect, pasture, feed). It developed into the sense of 'all' or 'every' in Greek.

G1715

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: em-PROS-then

Translations: before, in front, in front of, in the presence of, ahead, formerly, previously

Notes: This word functions as both an adverb and a preposition. As an adverb, it means 'before' or 'in front,' indicating a position or time. As a preposition, it means 'in front of' or 'in the presence of,' typically taking the genitive case. It can also refer to something that happened 'formerly' or 'previously.'

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟ, ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐν (en, 'in') and the adverbial form of πρός (pros, 'to, toward'). It literally means 'in front of' or 'in the direction of'.

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: kath

Translations: according to, down, against, throughout, during, by, for, with respect to, concerning

Notes: This word is an elided form of the preposition 'κατά' (kata), which means 'down' or 'according to'. It is commonly used as a prefix in compound words or as a preposition governing various cases. When used as a preposition, it can indicate movement downwards, distribution, opposition, or a standard of comparison. For example, 'καθ' ἕνα' means 'one by one', and 'καθά' means 'just as' or 'according as'. The elision (dropping of the final vowel) occurs before a word beginning with a vowel and a rough breathing mark.

Inflection: Does not inflect (it is an elided form of a preposition)

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'κατά' (kata) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'down' or 'against'. It is a common preposition in ancient Greek, indicating various relationships of position, direction, or standard.

G0518

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pang-GEH-ee-lan

Translations: they reported, they announced, they told, they declared, they brought back word

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo, 'from, away from') and the verb ἀγγέλλω (aggellō, 'to announce, to report'). It means to bring a message from someone or somewhere, to report, announce, or declare. It is often used when conveying news or information, especially when it's a report back to someone.

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

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΛΕΓΩ

G3694

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: O-PI-so

Translations: behind, after, back, backward, afterwards

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'behind' or 'backwards', indicating direction or position. It can also be used as a preposition, typically with the genitive case, to mean 'behind' or 'after' in terms of place or time. For example, it can refer to following someone or something, or to events that occur later.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΠΙΣΘΕΝ, ΚΑΤΟΠΙΣΘΕΝ

Etymology: This word is derived from the Greek root *ὀπίς (opis), meaning 'back' or 'behind'.

G3735

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-ROOS

Translations: (of) mountain, (of) a mountain, (of) hill, (of) a hill

Notes: ὈΡΟΥΣ is the genitive singular form of the Koine Greek noun ὈΡΟΣ, which means 'mountain' or 'hill'. As a genitive form, it typically indicates possession, origin, or separation, often translated as 'of a mountain' or 'from a mountain'. It can refer to a literal elevated landmass or be used metaphorically.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly pre-Greek. It refers to a natural elevation of the earth's surface.

G4629

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: skeh-PAH-zoh-meh-nos

Translations: covered, sheltered, protected, hidden, a covered one, a sheltered one, a protected one, a hidden one

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle derived from the verb 'σKεπάζω' (skepazo), meaning 'to cover, shelter, or protect'. As a participle, it describes someone or something that is being covered, sheltered, or protected. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, describing the manner of an action.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present, Middle or Passive

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ, ΚΡΥΠΤΩ, ΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ

G0032

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ANG-geh-los

Translations: angel, a angel, messenger, a messenger

Notes: This word refers to a messenger, envoy, or one who is sent to deliver a message. In a religious context, it commonly refers to a divine messenger or an angel. It is a masculine noun and is frequently used in the New Testament to describe both human and divine agents.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΞ, ΔΙΑΚΟΝΟΣ

Etymology: From an assumed primary verb meaning 'to bring tidings'. It is related to the idea of sending or conveying a message.

G2029

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PEH-then-toh

Translations: they laid upon, they put upon, they attacked, they imposed, they inflicted

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'epitithēmi', meaning to lay upon, put upon, or place upon. It can refer to physically placing something on someone or something, such as hands in blessing or healing, or a burden. It can also mean to impose something, like a law or a tax, or to attack someone, often by laying hands on them with hostile intent. In the provided context, it often implies an act of aggression or imposition.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΒΑΛΛΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΕΜΑΙ

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYN

Translations: earth, an earth, land, a land, ground, a ground, country, a country, region, a region

Notes: ΓΗΝ is the accusative singular form of the noun ΓΗ, meaning 'earth', 'land', 'ground', 'country', or 'region'. It is used to indicate the direct object of a verb or the destination of motion, often translated as 'to the earth' or 'into the land' depending on the context and accompanying prepositions. It can refer to the planet, a specific territory, or the soil itself.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΓΕΑ

G0390

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nes-TREP-sen

Translations: returned, turned back, turned around, overturned, overthrew, conducted oneself, behaved

Notes: This is a verb meaning to turn back, return, or to turn around. It can also mean to overturn or overthrow something. In a figurative sense, it can refer to one's conduct or behavior, meaning to conduct oneself or behave in a certain way. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'back', and the verb στρέφω (strephō), meaning 'to turn'.

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

Synonyms: ἘΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ὙΠΟΣΤΡΕΦΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναστρέφω (anastrephō) is formed from the prefix ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'back', and the verb στρέφω (strephō), meaning 'to turn'. It implies a turning motion, either literally or figuratively, often indicating a return or a change in direction or state.

G2628

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-dee-OH-kain

Translations: to pursue, to chase, to follow after, to hunt down

Notes: This is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'καταδιώκω'. It is a compound verb formed from 'κατά' (down, against) and 'διώκω' (to pursue, chase). It means to pursue or chase someone or something, often with the intent to overtake or capture them. It can be used in contexts of hunting, military pursuit, or even following someone closely.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΔΙΩΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΔΙΩΞΙΣ

Etymology: The word 'καταδιώκω' is a compound verb derived from the preposition 'κατά' (meaning 'down' or 'against') and the verb 'διώκω' (meaning 'to pursue' or 'to chase'). The prefix 'κατά' intensifies the action of pursuing, suggesting a more thorough or relentless chase.

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toh

Translations: this, that, it, a this, a that

Notes: ΤΟΥΤΟ is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is the neuter singular form and can function as either the nominative or accusative case. As a pronoun, it refers to a specific thing or concept, often pointing it out. As an adjective, it modifies a neuter singular noun, indicating 'this' or 'that' particular noun. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'this thing' or 'that matter'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΣ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos) is a demonstrative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. Its origin is ancient, deriving from Proto-Indo-European roots that conveyed the idea of proximity or pointing.

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-nos

Translations: that, that one, he, she, it, those, they

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective meaning 'that' or 'that one'. As a pronoun, it refers to a person or thing previously mentioned or understood from context, often emphasizing distance or distinction from the speaker or listener. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating 'that' specific noun. It is used to point out something or someone 'over there' or 'the one previously mentioned', contrasting with 'this' (οὗτος).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: From ἐκεῖ (ekeî, 'there'). It refers to something or someone at a distance, contrasting with οὗτος (hoûtos, 'this one, here').

G4073