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.

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-geh-NEE-thay

Translations: was, became, happened, came to pass, occurred, was made

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative passive (or deponent middle) form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to come into being,' or 'to be made.' It describes an action that occurred in the past, indicating a change of state or an event taking place. For example, it can be used to say 'he/she/it became' or 'it happened.'

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

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'.

G3686

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-no-MA

Translations: name, a name, reputation, character, authority

Notes: This word refers to a name, whether of a person, place, or thing. It can also signify one's reputation, character, or even authority, as a name often represents the person or entity itself. It is commonly used in phrases like 'in the name of' to denote authority or representation.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Genitive; Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁nómn̥. It is cognate with Latin nōmen and English name.

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TEH

Translations: she, herself, to her, for her, of her, her, it, itself, to it, for it, of it, its, they, them, themselves

Notes: This word is a form of the pronoun 'autos', meaning 'self' or 'same'. It can function as a personal pronoun (he, she, it, they), a reflexive pronoun (himself, herself, itself, themselves), or an intensive pronoun (the very, the same). Its specific meaning depends on its case, number, and gender, and the context of the sentence.

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

Etymology: The word 'autos' (from which 'autē' is derived) comes from Proto-Indo-European *h₁ew-to-, a pronominal stem. It is related to other pronouns and demonstratives in various Indo-European languages.

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.

G5620

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: HOH-steh

Translations: so that, in order that, consequently, therefore, with the result that

Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce a clause of result or purpose. It indicates that what follows is a consequence or the intended outcome of what was previously stated. It can also introduce an infinitive clause to express result.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΔΙΟ

Etymology: From the adverb ὡς (hōs), meaning 'as' or 'how', combined with the particle τε (te), meaning 'and' or 'also'. It developed to express result or consequence.

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'.

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.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FEN

Translations: sister, a sister

Notes: This word refers to a female sibling. It is a compound word formed from the prefix 'ἀ-' (a-, meaning 'together' or 'same') and 'δελφύς' (delphys, meaning 'womb'), literally meaning 'from the same womb'. It is used to denote a biological sister, or metaphorically, a fellow believer or a close female companion.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The word ἀδελφή (adelphē) is derived from ἀδελφός (adelphos), which is a compound of the copulative prefix ἀ- (a-, 'together' or 'same') and δελφύς (delphys, 'womb'). Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.

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.

G5245

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: hoo-per-ON-kon

Translations: excessive, an excessive thing, enormous, an enormous thing, arrogant, haughty, boastful, a boastful thing

Notes: This word describes something that is excessive, enormous, or beyond proper measure. It can refer to something physically large or overwhelming, or metaphorically to something arrogant, boastful, or haughty in speech or attitude. It is a compound word formed from ΥΠΕΡ (hyper, meaning 'over, beyond') and ΟΓΚΟΣ (onkos, meaning 'bulk, mass, swelling').

Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Neuter

Synonyms: ΜΕΓΑΣ, ΥΠΕΡΗΦΑΝΟΣ, ΑΛΑΖΩΝ

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.

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.

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.

G2083

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: eh-TAI-ross

Translations: companion, a companion, friend, a friend, comrade, an associate

Notes: This word refers to a companion, friend, or associate. It is used to describe someone who is closely connected to another person, often in a professional or social capacity, or as a fellow traveler or participant in an activity. It can imply a close bond or simply a shared association.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΦΙΛΟΣ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ, ΣΥΝΟΔΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *swe-tā-ro- (meaning 'one's own, belonging to oneself'), from *swe- (meaning 'self'). It refers to someone belonging to one's own group or company.

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

G2496

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-oh-na-DAM

Translations: Jonadab

Notes: This is a proper noun referring to Jonadab, a biblical figure who was the son of Shimeah (David's brother) and thus David's nephew. He is described as a very shrewd or wise man in the Old Testament.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine. Proper nouns typically do not inflect for case, gender, or number in the same way common nouns do.

Etymology: The Koine Greek name ἸΩΝΑΔΑΜ (Iōnadám) is a transliteration of the Hebrew name יְהוֹנָדָב (Yehonadav), meaning 'Yahweh is willing' or 'Yahweh has impelled'.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FOO

Translations: (of) a brother, (of) the brother, (of) a fellow believer, (of) the fellow believer, (of) a kinsman

Notes: This word refers to a brother by birth, or more broadly, a fellow human being, a kinsman, or a fellow believer in a religious context. It is used here in the genitive case, indicating possession, origin, or relationship.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ἈΝΗΡ, ΣΥΝΔΟΥΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΔΕΛΦΟΣ is a compound word derived from the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'together' or 'same', and δελφύς (delphys), meaning 'womb'. Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.

G4680

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: SOH-foss

Translations: wise, a wise person, skillful, clever

Notes: This word describes someone who possesses wisdom, skill, or cleverness. It can be used as an adjective to modify a noun (e.g., 'a wise man') or as a substantive noun itself, meaning 'a wise person' or 'the wise one'. It often implies practical wisdom and understanding.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΤΟΣ, ΦΡΟΝΙΜΟΣ, ΕΜΦΡΩΝ

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to the Proto-Indo-European *sap- meaning 'to taste, to perceive'. It is related to the noun σοφία (sophia), meaning 'wisdom'.

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.

G0772

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: as-theh-NEES

Translations: weak, feeble, sick, infirm, a weak person, a sick person

Notes: This word describes something or someone as weak, feeble, or sick. It can refer to physical weakness, illness, or a lack of strength or power in a broader sense. It can be used to describe a person's physical condition or a general state of being. When used as a noun, it refers to a weak or sick person.

Inflection: Singular, All genders, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ἈΔΥΝΑΤΟΣ, ἈΡΡΩΣΤΟΣ, ἈΣΘΕΝΕΙΑ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the negative prefix ἀ- (a-, 'not') and σθένος (sthenos, 'strength, might'). Thus, it literally means 'without strength'.

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.

G4404

Part of Speech: Adverb, Noun

Sounds like: PRO-ee

Translations: early, in the morning, morning, a morning

Notes: This word primarily functions as an adverb meaning 'early' or 'in the morning'. It can also be used as a noun referring to 'the morning' itself. It describes the time of day, specifically the early hours.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an adverb); Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative (as a noun)

Synonyms: ΟΡΘΡΟΣ, ΠΡΩΙΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'πρωί' (prōi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *pro-, meaning 'forward' or 'before'. It is related to words indicating precedence or an early time.

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.

G0518

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pang-GEL-leess

Translations: you report, you announce, you tell, you declare

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἀγγέλλω (angello), meaning 'to announce' or 'to report'. Therefore, it means to bring a message back, to report, announce, or declare something, often with the implication of bringing news from one place to another. It is used to convey information or a message.

Inflection: 2nd Person, Singular, Present, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ἈΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΛΕΓΩ

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.

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'.

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.

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'.

G3708

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-DEIN

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

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'ὁράω' (horao), meaning 'to see'. It is used to express the action of seeing or perceiving in a general sense, often without a specific time frame. It can also imply understanding or knowing something through observation. For example, it might be used in a sentence like 'He desired to see the truth' or 'It is good to see the light'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ, ΕΠΙΒΛΕΠΩ

Etymology: The verb 'ὁράω' (horao) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to see'. The aorist stem 'ἰδ-' (id-) is derived from a different, but related, Proto-Indo-European root, which also means 'to see' or 'to know'.

G2046

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-REIS

Translations: you will say, you shall say, you will speak, you shall speak

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak' in the future tense. It is used when referring to an action of speaking that will happen in the future, often in a declarative or prophetic context. For example, 'you will say to them' or 'you shall speak the word'.

Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Future, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΕΙΣ, ΦΗΣΕΙΣ

Etymology: The verb ἔρομαι (eromai) 'to ask' and ἐρῶ (erō) 'to say' are related to the Proto-Indo-European root *werh₁- 'to say, speak'.

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.

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.

G2596

Part of Speech: Prefix, Preposition

Sounds like: KAT

Translations: down, against, according to, throughout, during

Notes: This is an elided form of the Greek preposition 'κατά' (kata), which means 'down', 'against', 'according to', 'throughout', or 'during'. It is frequently used as a prefix in compound verbs and nouns, indicating a downward motion, completion, intensity, or opposition. For example, in 'κατέβη' (katebē), it means 'went down', and in 'καταπιεῖν' (katapiein), it means 'to swallow down'. The final alpha (α) is often dropped when the next word or part of the compound begins with a vowel, or when it's followed by certain consonants.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix); functions as a preposition that takes the genitive or accusative case.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kmt- 'down, with, against'. It is a common Greek preposition that has been used since ancient times.

G1492

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-DOH

Translations: I may see, I might see, that I may see

Notes: This is a verb form meaning 'to see'. Specifically, it is the first person singular aorist active subjunctive of the verb 'εἶδον' (eidon), which serves as the aorist of 'ὁράω' (horao). The subjunctive mood indicates possibility, desire, or purpose, often translated with 'may' or 'might', or introduced by 'that' in a purpose clause.

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

Synonyms: ΟΡΑΩ, ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ

Etymology: The verb 'εἶδον' (eidon) is an aorist form that comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to see' or 'to know'. It is related to the English word 'wit' and 'idea'.

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'.

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eis-EEL-then

Translations: entered, went in, came in, came into, went into

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to enter' or 'to go/come in'. It describes the action of moving from an outside location to an inside one. It is often used to indicate arrival or penetration into a place or state.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΣΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΙΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

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'.

G0935

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: bah-see-LEHFS

Translations: king, a king, ruler, sovereign

Notes: This word refers to a king or a ruler, someone who holds supreme authority over a territory or people. It is commonly used to denote a monarch or sovereign. In a sentence, it would function as a noun, often as the subject or object, indicating the person in power.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to a word meaning 'base' or 'foundation', suggesting one who stands at the foundation of power or authority. It has been used since ancient Greek times to refer to a monarch.

G2853

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kol-loo-REE-sah-toh

Translations: let him apply eye-salve, let him anoint with eye-salve

Notes: This verb means to apply eye-salve or to anoint with eye-salve. It is used to describe the act of treating the eyes with a medicinal ointment, often for healing or to improve sight. In this form, it is a command or instruction for someone to perform this action.

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

Etymology: The word ΚΟΛΛΥΡΙΖΩ is derived from the noun κολλύριον (kollurion), which refers to an eye-salve or a small roll of bread. The verb form indicates the action of applying this salve.

G5495

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHEI-ross

Translations: of hand, of a hand, of the hand, of power, of authority, of control

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the noun 'χείρ' (cheir), meaning 'hand'. In Koine Greek, 'hand' can refer not only to the physical limb but also metaphorically to power, authority, control, or agency. When used in the genitive case, it often indicates possession, origin, or the agent by which something is done, thus translating to 'of hand' or 'by the hand of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΥΝΑΜΙΣ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'χείρ' (cheir) comes from Proto-Indo-European *ǵʰesr-, meaning 'hand'. It is related to words for hand in other Indo-European languages.

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'.

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'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: por-YOO-thee-tee

Translations: Go, Depart, Travel, Proceed

Notes: This word is a command meaning 'go' or 'depart'. It is used to instruct a single person to move from one place to another, to begin a journey, or to proceed with an action. It often implies a purposeful movement or a setting out.

Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Aorist, Passive/Deponent, Imperative

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΥ, ΥΠΑΓΕ, ΑΠΕΛΘΕ

Etymology: The root ΠΟΡΕΥ (poreu) comes from the Greek word πόρος (poros), meaning 'passage' or 'ford'. It signifies movement or a way through.

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-.

G2837

Part of Speech: Participle, Noun

Sounds like: koy-MOH-meh-nos

Translations: sleeping, one who sleeps, a sleeper, asleep, resting, dead, one who is dead

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb 'koimaō', meaning 'to put to sleep' or 'to sleep'. As a participle, it can function as an adjective, describing someone or something that is sleeping or at rest. It can also function as a noun, referring to 'one who sleeps' or 'a sleeper'. In a figurative sense, especially in the New Testament, it is often used as a euphemism for death, referring to someone who has 'fallen asleep' or 'is dead'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΕΥΔΩΝ, ΥΠΝΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'koimaō' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to lie down' or 'to rest'. It is related to words meaning 'bed' or 'couch'.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-LAH-ben

Translations: he took, she took, it took, he received, she received, it received

Notes: This is the third person singular aorist indicative active form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, completed at a specific point in time. It can be used to describe someone taking an object, receiving something, or even grasping an idea.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ

G4714

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: STA-sis

Translations: standing, a standing, a state, a position, a party, a faction, a revolt, a dissension, a sedition, a rebellion, an insurrection

Notes: This word refers to a 'standing' or 'position', which can extend to a 'state' or 'condition'. It can also denote a 'party' or 'faction' within a group, leading to meanings like 'dissension', 'revolt', or 'rebellion' when referring to a group taking a stand against authority. It describes a situation where people take a firm stance, either literally or figuratively.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΡΙΣ, ΔΙΧΟΣΤΑΣΙΑ, ΤΑΡΑΧΗ

G2854

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-kol-LOO-ree-sen

Translations: he kneaded, she kneaded, it kneaded, he made cakes, she made cakes, it made cakes

Notes: This is a verb in the aorist active indicative, third person singular. It means 'to knead' or 'to make cakes'. It describes an action completed in the past by a single subject (he, she, or it). For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He kneaded the dough' or 'She made cakes'.

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

Etymology: From κολλύρα (kollura), meaning 'a round loaf' or 'a cake'.

G2758

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-KEH-noh-sen

Translations: emptied, poured out, made empty, divested, humbled, made of no reputation

Notes: This word describes the act of emptying something out, making it void, or pouring it out. It can also be used metaphorically to mean to divest oneself of something, to humble oneself, or to make oneself of no reputation. It is often used in the context of self-emptying or self-humiliation.

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

Synonyms: ΕΚΚΕΝΟΩ, ΕΚΧΕΩ, ΑΔΕΙΑΖΩ

Etymology: The word κατακενόω (katakenoō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb κενόω (kenoō), meaning 'to empty'.

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'.

G1806

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-ah-GAH-geh-teh

Translations: bring out, lead out, take out

Notes: This word means to bring, lead, or take something or someone out from a place. It is often used in the imperative mood, as a command or instruction to remove or escort someone or something from an enclosed space or situation.

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

Synonyms: ΕΚΦΕΡΩ, ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΕΞΑΓΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΕΚ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ΑΓΩ (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'.

G0435

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-dra

Translations: man, a man, husband, a husband

Notes: This word refers to a male human being, often specifically an adult male, or a husband. It is the accusative singular form of the noun 'ἈΝΗΡ' (anēr), meaning 'man' or 'husband'. It is used when the man or husband is the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ, ΑΝΗΡ

Etymology: The word 'ἈΝΗΡ' (anēr) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also refer to a male human being.

G5009

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TA-mee-on

Translations: storehouse, a storehouse, treasury, a treasury, inner room, a inner room, chamber, a chamber, secret chamber, a secret chamber

Notes: This word refers to a storage place, such as a storehouse or treasury, where valuables or provisions are kept. It can also denote a private or inner room, a secluded chamber within a house, often used for privacy or for storing things. It is used in contexts where one might go to be alone or to access stored items.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΘΗΣΑΥΡΟΣ, ΟΙΚΟΣ, ΚΟΙΤΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΤΑΜΕΙΟΝ (tameion) is derived from the verb ΤΑΜΙΕΥΩ (tamieúō), meaning 'to manage a household, to dispense, to store'. It refers to a place where things are managed or stored.

G1533

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eis-AY-nenk-en

Translations: brought in, carried in, led into, introduced

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis, 'into') and the verb ΦΕΡΩ (pherō, 'to bear, carry'). It means to bring or carry something into a place, or to lead someone into a place. It can also mean to introduce something or someone. It is used in the past tense, indicating an action that was completed.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΑΓΩ, ΕΙΣΚΟΜΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΙΣΦΕΡΩ is a compound of the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ΦΕΡΩ (pherō), meaning 'to bear', 'to carry', or 'to bring'. The verb ΦΕΡΩ itself derives from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to carry' or 'to bear'.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-PHO

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

Notes: This word refers to a brother by birth, but it is also commonly used in a broader sense to refer to a fellow countryman, a fellow human being, or, especially in a religious context, a fellow believer or disciple. It is a dative form, indicating the indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

Inflection: Dative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ἈΔΕΛΦΟΤΗΣ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΔΕΛΦΟΣ is a compound word formed from the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'together' or 'same', and δελφύς (delphys), meaning 'womb'. Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.

G4314

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-ay-GAH-gen

Translations: brought to, led to, presented, offered, brought near, led near

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros, meaning 'to' or 'towards') and the verb ΑΓΩ (ago, meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'). In its aorist active indicative third person singular form, it means 'he/she/it brought to' or 'he/she/it led to'. It describes the action of bringing someone or something into the presence of another, or moving something closer to a specific point.

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΩ, ΦΕΡΩ, ΠΑΡΙΣΤΗΜΙ

G1949

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-LAH-beh-toh

Translations: took hold of, seized, grasped, laid hold of, helped, assisted

Notes: This word is the aorist middle indicative, third person singular form of the verb ἐπιλαμβάνω (epilambanō). It means to take hold of, seize, grasp, or lay hold of something or someone. It can also carry the sense of helping or assisting someone by taking hold of them. It often takes a genitive object for the thing being grasped or helped.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Indicative Mood, Third Person, Singular Number

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΣΥΛΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word ἐπιλαμβάνω is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'on', and the verb λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'.

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'.

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.

G80

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FEH

Translations: brother, O brother

Notes: This word refers to a male sibling or a close kinsman. In a broader sense, it can also refer to a fellow countryman, a fellow believer, or a close associate. It is used here in the vocative case, which is used for direct address, similar to calling out to someone.

Inflection: Singular, Vocative, Masculine

Synonyms: ἈΝΗΡ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΔΕΛΦΟΣ (adelphos) comes from the Greek prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'together' or 'same', and δελφύς (delphys), meaning 'womb'. Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.

G4160

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: poy-ay-THEE-seh-tai

Translations: it will be done, it will be made, it will be produced, it will be performed, it will be accomplished

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'it will be done' or 'it will be made'. It is used to describe an action that will be carried out or brought into existence in the future, often implying a passive sense where something is acted upon rather than acting itself. For example, 'The work will be done' or 'A house will be built'.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Future, Passive, Indicative

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΗΣΕΤΑΙ, ΠΡΑΧΘΗΣΕΤΑΙ

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).

G3681

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oh-NEH-ee-doss

Translations: reproach, a reproach, disgrace, a disgrace, insult, an insult, shame, a shame

Notes: This word refers to a state of disgrace, shame, or dishonor, often brought about by criticism, insult, or a shameful act. It can also refer to the act of reproaching or insulting someone. It is typically used to describe something that causes a person or group to be looked down upon or scorned.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΙΣΧΥΝΗ, ΨΟΓΟΣ, ΚΑΤΑΚΡΙΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ὈΝΕΙΔΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the verb ὀνείδω (oneidō), meaning 'to reproach' or 'to blame'.

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-see

Translations: you will be

Notes: This word is a form of the verb "to be" in Koine Greek. It indicates a future state or existence for a single person being addressed. For example, it can be used in sentences like "you will be happy" or "you will be there."

Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Future, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice (deponent)

Etymology: The verb ΕΙΜΙ (eimi) 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 and has cognates in many other Indo-European languages.

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.

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).

G878

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ah-FROH-nohn

Translations: of the foolish, of foolish ones, of senseless ones, of the unwise

Notes: This word describes someone who is foolish, senseless, or unwise. It is often used to characterize individuals who lack understanding, discretion, or spiritual insight. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix 'ἀ-' (a-, meaning 'not') and 'φρήν' (phrēn, meaning 'mind' or 'understanding'), literally meaning 'without mind' or 'mindless'.

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

Synonyms: ἈΝΟΗΤΟΣ, ἈΣΥΝΕΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΦΡΩΝ is a compound of the negative prefix 'ἀ-' (a-, 'not') and 'φρήν' (phrēn, 'mind, understanding'). It literally means 'without mind' or 'mindless'.

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

G5228

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-PER

Translations: over, above, for, on behalf of, concerning, beyond, more than

Notes: ΥΠΕΡ is a Koine Greek preposition. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often means 'on behalf of', 'for the sake of', 'concerning', or 'instead of'. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'over', 'above', 'beyond', or 'more than', often indicating position or motion.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΕΡΙ, ΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *uperi, meaning 'over, above'. It is cognate with English 'over' and Latin 'super'.

G5013

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-tah-peh-NEE-noh-sen

Translations: he humbled, he brought low, he abased

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to humble,' 'to bring low,' or 'to abase.' It describes the action of someone or something being made humble or being lowered in status or position. It is used to indicate a completed action in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΒΑΛΛΩ, ΤΑΠΕΙΝΟΦΡΟΝΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΤΑΠΕΙΝΟΩ (tapeinoō) comes from the adjective ΤΑΠΕΙΝΟΣ (tapeinos), meaning 'lowly,' 'humble,' or 'abased.'

G3402

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MEE-sos

Translations: hatred, a hatred

Notes: This word refers to the strong feeling of intense dislike or ill will towards someone or something. It is often used to describe animosity or enmity. In a sentence, it would function as a noun, for example, 'their hatred' or 'he felt hatred'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΧΘΡΑ, ΑΠΕΧΘΕΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΜΙΣΟΣ comes from the verb μισέω (miseō), meaning 'to hate'. Its ultimate origin is uncertain, but it is thought to be pre-Greek or from an unknown root.

G3173

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: MEH-gah

Translations: great, large, mighty, important, a great, a large

Notes: This word describes something as great, large, or mighty in size, extent, or importance. It can refer to physical size, but also to significance, power, or intensity. It is often used to emphasize the magnitude of something, such as a great storm, a great fear, or a great city. This particular form, ΜΕΓΑ, is the neuter nominative or accusative singular form of the adjective.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΣ, ΜΕΓΑΛΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *meǵh₂- (great). It is related to Latin magnus and English much.

G3173

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: MEI-zohn

Translations: greater, larger, mightier, more important

Notes: This word is a comparative adjective, meaning 'greater' or 'larger'. It is used to indicate a higher degree of size, importance, or quantity when comparing two or more things. It can also imply superiority or preeminence.

Inflection: Comparative, Nominative or Accusative, Singular, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From the root of ΜΕΓΑΣ (megas), meaning 'great'. It is the irregular comparative form of this adjective.

G2228, G3588

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Definite Article, Numeral

Sounds like: AY

Translations: or, the, 8

Notes: This word can function as a conjunction meaning 'or', indicating an alternative or choice between two or more options. It can also be the feminine nominative singular form of the definite article 'the', used to specify a feminine noun that is the subject of a sentence. The '̓' (coronis) indicates that this form is an elision, meaning it's a shortened form of a word like ἤ (e.g., when followed by a vowel). Additionally, the '̓' could be a keraia, indicating the numeral 8.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as conjunction or numeral); Singular, Nominative, Feminine (as definite article)

Etymology: The conjunction ἤ (e.g., from which Ἠ is an elision) is of uncertain origin. The definite article ἡ (from which Ἠ is an elision) comes from Proto-Indo-European. The numeral meaning is derived from the Greek letter eta (Η), which was used to represent the number 8.

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'.

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'.

G2549

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kah-KEE-as

Translations: (of) evil, (of) malice, (of) wickedness, (of) depravity, evil, an evil, malice, a malice, wickedness, a wickedness, depravity, a depravity

Notes: This word refers to the inherent badness, wickedness, or depravity of character. It can also denote malice or ill-will towards others. It is often used in contexts describing moral corruption or harmful actions stemming from a bad disposition.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΟΝΗΡΙΑ, ΦΑΥΛΟΤΗΣ, ΑΣΕΒΕΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΚΙΑ (kakia) comes from the adjective ΚΑΚΟΣ (kakos), meaning 'bad' or 'evil'. It refers to the state or quality of being bad.

G4291

Part of Speech: Participle, Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: proh-ess-TEE-koh-tah

Translations: those who preside, those who rule, leaders, rulers, chiefs, supervisors, those who are in charge

Notes: This word is the perfect active participle, accusative masculine plural of the verb 'προΐστημι' (proïstēmi). It refers to individuals who are in a position of authority, leadership, or supervision. It describes those who stand before others, either literally or figuratively, to lead, manage, or care for them. It can be used to describe leaders of a community, household managers, or those who preside over a religious or civic body.

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Participle, Accusative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΗΓΟΥΜΕΝΟΙ, ΑΡΧΟΝΤΕΣ, ΕΠΙΣΚΟΠΟΙ

Etymology: The word προΐστημι (proïstēmi) is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of', and the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'. Thus, it literally means 'to stand before' or 'to set before', which evolved to mean 'to preside over' or 'to rule'.

G3624

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OY-koo

Translations: of a house, of a home, of a household, of a temple, of a family, of a dwelling, of a building

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of 'οἶκος' (oikos), meaning 'house', 'home', 'household', 'family', or 'temple'. It indicates possession or origin, often translated with 'of' or 'belonging to'. For example, 'τοῦ οἴκου' would mean 'of the house'. It can refer to a physical dwelling, a family unit, or even a spiritual dwelling like a temple.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑ, ΟΙΚΗΜΑ, ΝΑΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'οἶκος' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'dwelling' or 'house'. It is related to words for 'house' in other Indo-European languages.

G0575

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: AP

Translations: from, away from, of, by, with, after, since

Notes: This is an elided form of the Greek preposition 'ἀπό' (apo), which means 'from' or 'away from'. It is commonly used to indicate separation, origin, or cause. It can also function as a prefix in compound words, carrying a similar sense of separation or completion. When used as a preposition, it typically takes the genitive case. The apostrophe indicates that the final vowel (omicron) has been dropped because the next word begins with a vowel.

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition); functions as a prefix in compound words

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: The Greek preposition 'ἀπό' (apo) comes from Proto-Indo-European *apo-, meaning 'off, away'.

G1854

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: EX-oh

Translations: outside, out, without, abroad

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'outside' or 'out'. It indicates a position or direction away from an interior or a boundary. It can be used to describe something that is physically located outside, or metaphorically, something that is excluded or beyond a certain limit.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚΤΟΣ, ΕΞΩΘΕΝ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of', and the suffix -ω, which forms adverbs of place. It denotes a position or movement from the inside to the outside.

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'.

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: ep

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, by, before, among, concerning, with

Notes: This word is a preposition, often used as a prefix in compound words. It is a shortened form of the preposition ἘΠΙ (epi), which loses its final vowel when the next word begins with a vowel and a rough breathing mark. Its precise meaning varies significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs: with the genitive, it often means 'on, upon, over' (of place) or 'at, during' (of time); with the dative, it can mean 'on, at, by' (of place), 'in addition to', or 'for, because of'; and with the accusative, it typically means 'to, toward, against' (of motion) or 'over, upon' (of extent).

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition)

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ὙΠΕΡ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ (epi) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'on, at, near'.

G5509

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: khee-TON

Translations: tunic, coat, shirt, a tunic, a coat, a shirt

Notes: This word refers to a tunic or an undergarment, typically worn next to the skin. It was a basic piece of clothing in ancient times, often made of linen or wool, and could be worn by both men and women. It is commonly translated as 'tunic,' 'coat,' or 'shirt,' depending on the context and specific style implied.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The word ΧΙΤΩΝ is of Semitic origin, likely borrowed from a word similar to the Hebrew 'kuttoneth' (כֻּתֹּנֶת), which also refers to a tunic or coat. It entered Greek through trade and cultural exchange.

G1746

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-neh-di-DYOOS-kon-toh

Translations: they were clothed, they were dressed, they were putting on, they were being clothed

Notes: This is a verb in the imperfect tense, middle or passive voice, third person plural. It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, meaning 'they were clothing themselves' (middle voice) or 'they were being clothed' (passive voice). It is often used in the context of putting on garments or being dressed.

Inflection: Imperfect, Middle or Passive Voice, Indicative Mood, Third Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΙΒΑΛΛΩ, ΑΜΦΙΕΝΝΥΜΙ

Etymology: The word ΕΝΔΥΩ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕΝ (en), meaning 'in' or 'into', and the verb ΔΥΩ (dyō), meaning 'to enter' or 'to sink'. Over time, it came to mean 'to put on' or 'to clothe'.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Interjection, Prefix, Numeral

Sounds like: AI

Translations: the, who, which, alas, oh, 11

Notes: The word 'ΑΙ' can function in several ways in Koine Greek. Most commonly, it is the feminine nominative plural form of the definite article, meaning 'the' (referring to multiple feminine nouns). It can also be the feminine nominative plural form of the relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which'. Less frequently, it can be an interjection expressing sorrow or pain, similar to 'alas' or 'oh'. It can also appear as a prefix in compound words. Additionally, 'ΑΙ' can represent the number 11 when used as a numerical symbol (alpha-iota). It is also possible for 'ΑΙ' to be an elision or contraction of other words, such as 'ἀεί' (always) or 'ἄγε' (come on!), though this is less common in the New Testament.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Plural (for article and pronoun); Does not inflect (for interjection, prefix, and numeral)

Etymology: The origin of 'ΑΙ' as a definite article and relative pronoun is from Proto-Indo-European. Its use as an interjection is onomatopoeic.

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).

G3011

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: lay-too-OR-goss

Translations: minister, a minister, servant, a servant, public servant, a public servant, official, an official

Notes: This word refers to a public servant, an official, or a minister. It is a compound word derived from 'λαός' (people) and 'ἔργον' (work), literally meaning 'one who works for the people'. It describes someone who performs a public service, whether civil or religious. It can be used to describe someone who serves the state, a community, or God.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΚΟΝΟΣ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ, ΔΟΥΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek words 'λαός' (laos), meaning 'people', and 'ἔργον' (ergon), meaning 'work' or 'deed'. It originally referred to someone who performed a public service or duty for the community.

G0616

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pek-LEI-sen

Translations: shut out, closed off, locked away, he shut out, she shut out, it shut out

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb κλείω (kleiō), meaning 'to shut' or 'to close'. Therefore, ἀποκλείω means 'to shut away', 'to close off', or 'to lock out'. The form ἀπεκλεῖσεν is the third person singular aorist active indicative, indicating a completed action in the past by a single subject (he, she, or it). It describes the action of someone or something shutting or locking something away or out.

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

Synonyms: ΚΛΕΙΩ, ΣΥΓΚΛΕΙΩ

Etymology: The verb ἀποκλείω is formed from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb κλείω (kleiō), meaning 'to shut' or 'to close'.

G2007

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-THEE-ken

Translations: he put on, he laid upon, he added, he imposed

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕΠΙ (upon, over) and the verb ΤΙΘΗΜΙ (to put, place). It means to put or lay something upon or over something else, to add something, or to impose something. It is often used in contexts where an action is directed towards a surface or a person, such as laying hands on someone, placing a burden, or adding a name.

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

Synonyms: ΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΠΡΟΣΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΕΠΙΒΑΛΛΩ

G5509

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: khee-TOH-nah

Translations: tunic, a tunic, coat, a coat, garment, a garment

Notes: This word refers to a tunic or an undergarment, typically worn close to the body. It was a common piece of clothing in ancient times, often made of linen or wool, and could be worn by both men and women. It is used in sentences to describe an item of clothing that is worn or removed.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΙΜΑΤΙΟΝ, ΕΝΔΥΜΑ, ΕΣΘΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΧΙΤΩΝ (chitōn) is of Semitic origin, likely borrowed into Greek from a Phoenician or Aramaic term, referring to a type of garment.

G1284

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-er-RAYK-sen

Translations: tore, ripped, burst, broke open, rent

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and ῥήγνυμι (rhēgnymi), meaning 'to break' or 'to tear'. It means to tear completely, to rip apart, or to burst open. It is often used in the context of tearing clothes as a sign of grief or distress, or of something breaking open violently.

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

Synonyms: ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ, ΣΧΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word διαρρήγνυμι is formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and the verb ῥήγνυμι (rhēgnymi), meaning 'to break' or 'to tear'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: por-yoo-MEH-nee

Translations: going, walking, journeying, departing, a going one, a walking one

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, meaning 'going' or 'walking'. It describes an action that is currently happening or ongoing. It can be used to describe someone or something that is in the process of moving from one place to another, often with the sense of a journey or departure. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, or can stand on its own as a substantive.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΕΝΗ, ΒΑΙΝΟΥΣΑ

Etymology: The root word ΠΟΡΕΥΩ (poreuō) comes from πόρος (poros), meaning 'a way, a passage, a ford'. It signifies movement along a path or journey.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FOS

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

Notes: This word refers to a brother, either by birth or by a close familial or social bond. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to a fellow countryman, a kinsman, or a fellow believer in a religious context. It is a masculine noun.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ἈΝΗΡ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ, ἙΤΑΙΡΟΣ

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

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

G2974

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: koh-FEH-oo-son

Translations: be deaf, become deaf, make deaf, deafen, be silent, keep silent

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to be or become deaf, or to make someone deaf. It can also mean to be silent or to keep silent, especially in the sense of being unable or unwilling to speak. It is used as an imperative, giving a command.

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

Synonyms: ΣΙΓΑΩ, ΣΙΩΠΑΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΩΦΕΥΩ (kōpheuō) is derived from the adjective κωφός (kōphos), meaning 'deaf' or 'mute'.

G4487

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: RHE-ma

Translations: word, a word, saying, a saying, thing, a thing, matter, a matter, utterance, an utterance

Notes: This word refers to something spoken, an utterance, a saying, or a word. It can also refer to a matter or a thing that is spoken about or decided. It is often used in contexts referring to divine pronouncements or significant statements.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΟΓΟΣ, ΕΠΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb ῥέω (rheō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to flow'. It refers to that which is spoken or uttered.

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.

G3624

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OY-koh

Translations: (to) house, (to) household, (to) family, (to) temple, (to) home

Notes: This word refers to a house, a dwelling place, or a building. It can also refer to a household, meaning the family and all who live within the house, or more broadly, a lineage or a family line. In a religious context, it can refer to a temple or the house of God. The form ΟἸΚΩ is the dative singular, indicating the indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑ, ΟΙΚΗΜΑ, ΟΙΚΟΣ

G2371

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-thoo-MOH-thay

Translations: was enraged, became angry, was furious

Notes: This word describes the state of being filled with strong anger or wrath. It is used to express a powerful emotional reaction, often indicating a deep sense of indignation or fury. It is typically used in the passive voice, meaning the subject is the one experiencing the anger, rather than actively causing it.

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

Synonyms: ΟΡΓΙΖΟΜΑΙ, ΧΟΛΑΩ

Etymology: From θυμός (thymos), meaning 'passion, anger, spirit'. The verb θυμόω means 'to make angry' or 'to be angry'.

G4151

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PNEV-mah

Translations: spirit, a spirit, wind, a wind, breath, a breath

Notes: This word refers to 'spirit,' 'wind,' or 'breath.' In a physical sense, it can mean a gust of wind or the act of breathing. Theologically, it often refers to the Holy Spirit, a spiritual being, or the human spirit. It is a neuter noun and its meaning can vary depending on the context, from a literal breeze to a divine essence.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΜΟΣ, ΠΝΟΗ

Etymology: The word ΠΝΕΥΜΑ derives from the verb πνέω (pneō), meaning 'to breathe,' 'to blow,' or 'to gasp.' It refers to something that is breathed or blown.

G0025

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-GAH-pah

Translations: loved, was loving

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative, third person singular form of the verb 'agapaō', meaning 'to love'. The imperfect tense describes an ongoing, continuous, or repeated action in the past. Therefore, it signifies 'he/she/it was loving' or 'he/she/it used to love', emphasizing the duration or habitual nature of the love.

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

Synonyms: ΦΙΛΕΩ, ΕΡΑΣΘΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'agapaō' is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is a key term in the New Testament, often used to describe a selfless, unconditional love.

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.

G0018

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-gah-THOO

Translations: of good, of a good thing, of a good person

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the adjective 'ἈΓΑΘΟΣ', meaning 'good'. It describes something or someone that is inherently good, beneficial, or virtuous. It can refer to moral goodness, usefulness, or excellence. In a sentence, it would typically modify a noun, indicating that the noun possesses the quality of goodness, and its genitive case often implies possession or origin, hence 'of good'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΟΥ, ΧΡΗΣΤΟΥ

G3056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LOH-goo

Translations: of word, of account, of reason, of speech, of message, of saying, of statement, of report, of matter, of thing

Notes: This word refers to a word, speech, discourse, or a divine utterance. It can also mean an account, reason, or a matter/thing. In its genitive form, as seen here, it indicates possession or origin, often translated with 'of'. It is frequently used in contexts relating to communication, divine revelation, or logical reasoning.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΜΥΘΟΣ, ΕΠΟΣ

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: 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.

G2192

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: EKH-oh-meh-nah

Translations: holding, having, being near, next to, adjoining, contiguous, being held, being possessed

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. In its present middle/passive form, it often describes something that is being held, possessed, or is in close proximity to something else. It can indicate a state of being near or adjacent to something, or being in possession of something. It is often used with a genitive case to indicate what it is near or what it is holding.

Inflection: Present, Middle or Passive Voice, Nominative or Accusative Case, Neuter Gender, Plural Number

Synonyms: ΕΓΓΥΣ, ΠΛΗΣΙΟΝ, ΠΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *seǵʰ- 'to hold, to have'. It is related to other Greek words like ἕξις (hexis) 'habit, state' and ὄχος (ochos) 'carriage, vehicle'.

G2181

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: EF-ra-im

Translations: Ephraim

Notes: Ephraim refers to a significant figure, tribe, and territory in ancient Israel. It was the name of the younger son of Joseph and the grandson of Jacob, whose descendants formed one of the twelve tribes of Israel. The name 'Ephraim' also came to represent the northern kingdom of Israel, particularly after the division of the kingdom, due to the tribe's prominence and influence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The name 'Ephraim' is of Hebrew origin, from the verb 'parah' (פָּרָה), meaning 'to be fruitful' or 'to bear fruit'. It signifies 'fruitful' or 'doubly fruitful'.

G2751

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: KAY-roo-sin

Translations: they shear, they cut, they clip, they shave

Notes: This word describes the action of shearing, cutting, or clipping, often referring to the act of shearing sheep or cutting hair. It can be used in contexts where something is being shorn or cut off, such as wool from sheep or hair from a person's head. It is a compound word, but its parts are not easily separable into distinct meanings.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΕΙΡΩ, ΞΥΡΑΩ

Etymology: The word κείρω (keirō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to cut, to shear'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that refer to cutting or shaving.

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.

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.

G1401

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOO-loo

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

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'δούλος' (doulos), meaning 'slave' or 'servant'. It refers to someone who is in a state of servitude, whether by compulsion or by choice, often implying complete devotion or submission to a master or to God. In the genitive case, it indicates possession or origin, so it translates as 'of a slave' or 'of a servant'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΕΤΗΣ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ, ΘΕΡΑΠΩΝ

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.

G2597

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-bah-ROON-thoh-men

Translations: weighed down, burdened, oppressed, overcome

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb βαρύνω (barunō), meaning 'to weigh down' or 'to burden'. The combined meaning is to be heavily weighed down, burdened, or oppressed. It describes a state of being overwhelmed or made heavy, often in a figurative sense, such as being overcome by sleep, drunkenness, or troubles. In a sentence, it would describe the subject becoming heavy or burdened.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Passive, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΒΑΡΥΝΩ, ΕΠΙΒΑΡΥΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΒΑΡΕΩ

Etymology: The verb καταβαρύνω (katabarunō) is formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb βαρύνω (barunō), meaning 'to weigh down' or 'to burden'. The root βαρύς (barus) means 'heavy'.

G0971

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-bee-AH-sah-toh

Translations: forced, compelled, urged, constrained

Notes: This word is a verb that means to force, compel, or urge someone to do something. It implies the application of pressure or constraint to achieve an action. It can be used in contexts where someone is strongly persuaded or made to act against their initial inclination.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΚΑΖΩ, ΠΕΙΘΩ

Etymology: The word βιάζω (biazo) comes from βία (bia), meaning 'force' or 'violence'. It describes the act of applying force or compulsion.

G2127

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-lo-GAY-sen

Translations: he blessed, she blessed, it blessed, to bless, to praise, to speak well of

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to bless,' 'to praise,' or 'to speak well of.' It is often used in contexts of divine blessing or human commendation. It describes an action completed in the past by a single person or entity.

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

Synonyms: ΕΥ̓ΧΑΡΙΣΤΕΩ, ΑἸΝΕΩ, ΕΥ̓ΦΗΜΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΛΟΓΕΩ is a compound word derived from the Greek prefix ΕΥ̓ (eu), meaning 'good' or 'well,' and the verb ΛΕΓΩ (legō), meaning 'to speak.' Thus, it literally means 'to speak well of' and evolved to mean 'to bless' or 'to praise.'

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).

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).

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.

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.

G0302

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: AHN

Translations: if, ever, might, would, should

Notes: This word is a particle used to express contingency, possibility, or potentiality. It does not have a direct English equivalent but modifies the meaning of the verb it accompanies, often indicating that an action is dependent on a condition or is hypothetical. It is frequently used with the subjunctive or optative moods to form conditional clauses or express indefinite temporal or relative clauses.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The origin of this particle is uncertain, but it is believed to be an ancient particle in Greek, possibly related to the concept of 'on' or 'up' in some contexts, though its primary function became conditional.

G0017

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-gah-THOON-thay

Translations: be made good, become good, do good, prosper

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to make good,' 'to do good,' or 'to prosper.' It describes the act of something or someone becoming good, being made good, or experiencing positive outcomes. It can be used in contexts where a situation improves or a person acts righteously.

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

Synonyms: ΕΥΠΟΙΕΩ, ΕΥΕΡΓΕΤΕΩ

Etymology: The verb ἀγαθύνω (agathynō) is derived from the adjective ἀγαθός (agathos), meaning 'good.' It signifies the process of making something good or becoming good.

G2036

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ay-POH

Translations: to say, to speak, to tell, to command, to call, to mean

Notes: This verb means 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is often used to introduce direct or indirect speech, or to express a command or declaration. It can also mean 'to tell' or 'to call' in certain contexts. It is a common verb in Koine Greek, used in a wide variety of situations where communication is involved.

Inflection: Aorist, Subjunctive, Active, 1st Person Singular (I may say); Aorist, Subjunctive, Active, 3rd Person Plural (they may say); Aorist, Infinitive, Active (to say)

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΦΗΜΙ

Etymology: From an obsolete primary verb, which is a prolonged form of a primary verb (ἔπω) meaning 'to speak or say'. It is related to the idea of uttering words.

G3960

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-TA-ksa-teh

Translations: strike, smite, beat, hit, wound, slay

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to strike, smite, or beat. It is often used in the context of physical blows, but can also imply a more general sense of impact or affliction. It is used as a command, instructing multiple people to perform the action.

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

Synonyms: ΤΥΠΤΩ, ΠΛΗΓΩ, ΚΟΠΤΩ

Etymology: The word πατάσσω (patassō) is of uncertain origin, possibly onomatopoeic or related to a root meaning 'to beat' or 'to strike'.

G2289

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: thah-nah-TOH-sah-teh

Translations: put to death, kill, slay

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to put to death' or 'to kill'. It is often used in a literal sense of causing someone's physical death. As an imperative, it functions as a command or instruction to kill.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Imperative, Second Person Plural

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΤΕΙΝΩ, ΑΝΑΙΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΘΑΝΑΤΟΩ (thanatoō) is derived from the noun ΘΑΝΑΤΟΣ (thanatos), meaning 'death'. The suffix -όω indicates a verb meaning 'to cause to be' or 'to make into'.

G3780

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OOKH-ee

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

Notes: This word is a strong negative adverb, meaning 'no' or 'not at all'. It is used to express a definite and emphatic denial, often in response to a question or to strongly contradict a statement. It is a more emphatic form of the negative particle οὐ (ou).

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓, ΜΗ

Etymology: From οὐ (ou), meaning 'not', and the enclitic particle -χι (-chi), which adds emphasis. It is a more emphatic form of the simple negative particle.

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-MEE

Translations: I am, to be, exist, happen

Notes: This is the Koine Greek verb 'to be', 'to exist', or 'to happen'. It is a fundamental and highly irregular verb, often used as a copula (a linking verb) to connect the subject of a sentence to a predicate noun or adjective, indicating identity or a state of being. It can also indicate existence or occurrence. For example, 'Ἐγὼ εἰμι' translates to 'I am'.

Inflection: First person singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: This verb is one of the oldest and most fundamental verbs in the Greek language, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages.

G1781

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: en-TEL-loh-me-nos

Translations: commanding, ordering, enjoining, charging

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb 'entellomai', meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. It describes someone who is in the act of giving a command or instruction. It is often used in contexts where authority is being exercised, such as God commanding His people or a king giving orders.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present, Middle/Passive, Participle

Synonyms: ΚΕΛΕΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ, ΕΠΙΤΑΤΤΩ

G0407

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: an-DRI-zes-theh

Translations: be strong, act like men, be courageous, show courage

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to act like a man, to be strong, or to show courage. It is often used as an exhortation to be brave and resolute, especially in the face of adversity or danger. It implies a call to maturity and strength of character.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Imperative, Second Person, Plural

Synonyms: ἸΣΧΥΩ, ΚΡΑΤΑΙΟΩ, ΘΑΡΣΕΩ

Etymology: From the Greek word ἀνήρ (anēr), meaning 'man', combined with the suffix -ίζω (-izō), which forms verbs indicating 'to act like' or 'to become'. Thus, it literally means 'to act like a man'.

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: GHEE-nes-theh

Translations: be, become, come to pass, happen, arise, be made, be done

Notes: This verb means 'to be,' 'to become,' 'to come into existence,' or 'to happen.' It is often used to describe a change of state or a process, rather than a static condition. It can also mean 'to be made' or 'to be done' when used in the passive voice. In the imperative mood, as in 'ΓΙΝΕΣΘΕ', it functions as a command or exhortation, telling someone to 'be' or 'become' something.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Imperative, 2nd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

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.

G2505

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: KAH-thah

Translations: as, just as, according as

Notes: ΚΑΘΑ is an adverb and conjunction meaning 'as' or 'just as'. It is used to introduce a comparison or to indicate the manner in which something is done, similar to 'according as'. It does not change its form based on gender, number, or case.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣ

Etymology: ΚΑΘΑ is a contraction of κατά (kata, 'down, according to') and ἅ (ha, 'which things'). It is related to the longer forms καθάπερ (kathaper) and καθώς (kathos).

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

G1909

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-KA-thee-sahn

Translations: they sat upon, they seated, they caused to sit upon

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐπί (upon, over) and the verb καθίζω (to sit, to cause to sit). In this form, it means 'they sat upon' or 'they caused someone to sit upon' something or someone. It describes the action of placing or being placed on top of something, often with the implication of settling or establishing.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΙΖΩ, ΚΑΘΗΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΕΠΙΚΑΘΙΖΩ is formed from the prefix ΕΠΙ- (epi-), meaning 'upon' or 'over', and the verb ΚΑΘΙΖΩ (kathizo), meaning 'to sit' or 'to cause to sit'.

G1510

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ON-ton

Translations: of being, of existing, of those who are, of those who exist, of things that are, of things that exist

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to be'. It functions like an adjective or a noun, indicating 'of those who are' or 'of things that exist'. It is often used to describe the state or condition of a group of people or things, or to refer to existing entities in a genitive context, meaning 'belonging to' or 'concerning' them.

Inflection: Present, Active, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΟΝΤΩΝ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΩΝ

G3598

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oh-DOH

Translations: to a way, to a road, to a journey, to a path, to a course, to a manner, to a way of life, to a custom, to a means, to a method, to a direction, to a journey, to a travel, to a passage, to a street, to a highway, to a route, to a track, to a trail

Notes: This word refers to a way, road, or path, and can also metaphorically mean a journey, course of action, or manner of life. It is used to indicate movement along a physical route or to describe a particular custom or method. In this dative form, it often indicates the recipient or direction of an action, or the means by which something is done.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΡΙΒΟΣ, ΚΕΛΕΥΘΟΣ, ΠΟΡΕΙΑ

G0189

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-KO-ay

Translations: hearing, a hearing, report, a report, fame, a fame, rumor, a rumor, (of) hearing, (to) hearing

Notes: This word refers to the faculty of hearing, the act of hearing, or what is heard, such as a report, rumor, or news. It can also refer to the message or teaching that is heard. For example, one might speak of 'the hearing of faith' or 'a report of what happened'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, Genitive, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΚΟΥΣΜΑ, ΦΗΜΗ, ΛΟΓΟΣ

Etymology: From the Greek verb ἀκούω (akouō), meaning 'to hear'.

G2641

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-LEIF-thay

Translations: was left behind, was forsaken, was abandoned, was left, was remaining

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'against') and the verb λείπω (leipō, meaning 'to leave'). In its passive form, as seen here, it means 'to be left behind,' 'to be forsaken,' or 'to be abandoned.' It describes a state where someone or something is remaining after others have departed or been removed, often implying a sense of being alone or desolate. It is used to indicate that a person or thing has been left in a particular state or place.

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

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΕΓΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΠΩ

Etymology: The verb καταλείπω (kataleipō) is formed from the prefix κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against,' and the verb λείπω (leipō), meaning 'to leave' or 'to abandon.' The combination emphasizes the act of leaving something behind, often with a sense of finality or completeness.

G3761

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: oo-DEH

Translations: not even, neither, nor, and not

Notes: This is a compound word formed from the negative particle 'οὐ' (not) and the conjunction 'δέ' (but, and). It is used to emphasize a negation, meaning 'not even' or 'neither/nor'. It can connect clauses or phrases, indicating that something is also not true or not happening. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'He did not go, nor did he send anyone.'

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓, ΜΗΔΕ, ΜΗ

Etymology: From the negative particle 'οὐ' (not) and the postpositive conjunction 'δέ' (but, and).

G2440

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ee-MA-tee-ah

Translations: garments, clothes, raiment

Notes: This word refers to clothing in general, specifically outer garments or cloaks. It is commonly used to denote the attire worn by people. In ancient contexts, it could refer to a single piece of clothing that served as both a cloak and a blanket.

Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΝΔΥΜΑΤΑ, ΕΣΘΗΣ

Etymology: The word ἱμάτιον (himátion) is a diminutive of ἱμάς (himás), meaning 'leather strap' or 'thong', which later came to refer to a garment. It is related to the verb ἵημι (híēmi), 'to send, throw', possibly referring to something thrown over the body.

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

G1284

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-er-RAYK-san

Translations: they tore, they broke through, they burst, they rent

Notes: This word is the third person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb 'διαρρηγνυμι', meaning 'to tear through', 'to break apart', or 'to burst'. It is a compound word formed from 'διά' (through, apart) and 'ῥήγνυμι' (to break, to tear). It is often used to describe the act of tearing clothes as a sign of grief, shock, or indignation, or to describe breaking through a barrier or obstacle.

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

Synonyms: ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ, ΣΧΙΖΩ

G2036

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-pah-toh

Translations: let him say, he should say, let him speak, he should speak

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is in the third person singular aorist active imperative mood, which expresses a command or instruction for someone to do something in the past, but with the command itself being given in the present, often translated as 'let him say' or 'he should say'. It is used to give a direct order or permission.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΕΤΩ, ΦΡΑΖΕΤΩ

Etymology: The verb ΕἸΠΩ (eipo) is an aorist stem from the root *FEP- (wep-), meaning 'to speak' or 'to say'. It is related to Latin vox ('voice') and English 'voice'.

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.

G3441

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: moh-no-TAH-toss

Translations: most alone, most solitary, utterly alone, only one

Notes: This word is the superlative form of the adjective 'ΜΟΝΟΣ' (monos), meaning 'alone' or 'only'. Therefore, 'ΜΟΝΩΤΑΤΟΣ' means 'most alone' or 'utterly solitary'. It emphasizes an extreme degree of aloneness or uniqueness, indicating that someone or something is the only one of its kind or is completely by themselves.

Inflection: Superlative, Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΜΟΝΟΣ, ΕΡΗΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΜΟΝΟΣ (monos) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *men- meaning 'to remain, to stay'.

G4750

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: STOH-mah-tos

Translations: mouth, a mouth, (of) mouth, (of) a mouth

Notes: This word refers to the mouth, either literally as a part of the body (of humans or animals) or metaphorically as the source of speech, utterance, or command. It is often used in contexts related to speaking, declaring, or consuming.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΧΕΙΛΟΣ, ΦΩΝΗ

Etymology: The word ΣΤΟΜΑ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *stom-n-, meaning 'mouth'. It is related to words for mouth in other Indo-European languages.

G2749

G3588, G3739, G3778, G5101

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: KEE-meh-nos

Translations: lying, lying down, situated, placed, set, appointed, destined

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle derived from the verb 'κειμαι' (keimai), meaning 'to lie' or 'to be laid'. It describes something or someone that is in a state of lying, being placed, or being situated. It can refer to physical position, or metaphorically to something that is established, appointed, or destined. For example, it can describe a person lying down, an object placed in a certain location, or a law that is set forth.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΤΙΘΕΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΣΤΩΣ, ΚΑΘΗΜΕΝΟΣ

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

G5087

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: THES-thoh

Translations: let him put, let it be placed, let him lay, let it be laid, let him set, let it be set

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'τίθημι' (tithemi), meaning 'to put, place, set, lay'. 'Θέσθω' is an imperative form, indicating a command or request. It is used to express 'let him/her/it put' or 'let him/her/it be placed/laid/set'. It often implies an action that is done for oneself or that affects the subject, or an action where the subject is acted upon.

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

Synonyms: ΒΑΛΛΩ, ΚΕΙΜΑΙ, ΙΣΤΗΜΙ

Etymology: The verb 'τίθημι' (tithemi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to put, place'. It is a common verb in ancient Greek with a wide range of applications.

G0243

Part of Speech: Prefix

Sounds like: ALL

Translations: other, another, different, foreign

Notes: This is a prefix form of the word 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other' or 'another'. It is used to form compound words that convey the idea of something being different, foreign, or belonging to another group. For example, 'ἀλλογενῶν' means 'of other races', 'ἀλλότριοι' means 'strangers' or 'foreigners', and 'ἀλλόφυλους' means 'foreigners' or 'of another tribe'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix)

Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ

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

G0646

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-PEH-drah

Translations: fled, ran away, escaped

Notes: This is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb ἀποδιδράσκω, meaning 'to flee from' or 'to run away'. It describes an action of escaping or taking flight that occurred in the past. It is often used to describe someone who has escaped from danger, captivity, or a difficult situation.

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

Synonyms: ΦΕΥΓΩ, ΔΙΔΡΑΣΚΩ

Etymology: The word ἀποδιδράσκω is a compound verb formed from the prefix ἀπο- (apo-), meaning 'away from', and the verb διδράσκω (didraskō), meaning 'to run' or 'to flee'.

G0142

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-ren

Translations: he took, he lifted, he carried, he bore, he picked up, he removed

Notes: This is the aorist active indicative third person singular form of the verb 'αἴρω' (airō), meaning 'to take up, lift, carry, or remove'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, completed at a specific point. It can be used in various contexts, such as taking an object, lifting a burden, carrying something, or removing an obstacle.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΦΕΡΩ, ΑΠΑΙΡΩ

G4649

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: sko-POSS

Translations: goal, mark, aim, a goal, a mark, a watchman, a guard, a scout

Notes: This word refers to a goal, mark, or aim that one sets for themselves or strives towards. It can also refer to a watchman, guard, or scout, someone who looks out or observes. In a figurative sense, it denotes the object of one's attention or effort. It is used to describe both a physical target and an abstract objective.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΤΟΧΟΣ, ΤΕΛΟΣ, ΦΥΛΑΞ

Etymology: From the verb σκέπτομαι (skeptomai), meaning 'to look at, examine, consider'. It refers to that which is looked at or observed, hence a target or a watcher.

G4183

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PO-loos

Translations: much, many, great, a great deal, a great many

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'much' or 'many'. It is used to describe a large quantity or number of something. For example, it can refer to a large crowd of people or a significant amount of something. It can also be used to describe something as 'great' in terms of size or importance.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΙΚΑΝΟΣ, ΠΛΗΘΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'much' or 'many'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages with similar meanings.

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: por-YOO-oh-men-os

Translations: going, walking, traveling, proceeding, a traveler, one who goes

Notes: This word is a present participle, meaning 'going' or 'walking'. It describes an action that is currently happening or ongoing. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, acting as a noun itself (e.g., 'the one who is going'). It is often used to describe someone moving from one place to another, or metaphorically, to describe a course of action or way of life.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΟΔΕΥΩ

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

G3694

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: oh-PIS-then

Translations: behind, after, back, backward

Notes: This word is an adverb indicating position or direction. It means 'behind' in terms of location, or 'after' in terms of time or sequence. It can also refer to moving 'backward' or 'to the rear'. It is often used to describe something that follows or is located at the back of something else.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΠΙΣΩ, ΚΑΤΟΠΙΝ

Etymology: From an assumed derivative of the preposition 'ὀπίσω' (opisō), meaning 'behind' or 'backwards'. It is related to the concept of 'seeing' or 'looking back'.

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.

G2606

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kah-tah-BAH-say

Translations: (to) descent, (to) a descent, (to) going down

Notes: This word refers to the act of descending or going down, or a place where one descends, such as a slope or a pass. It is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the root of βαίνω (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'. It can be used to describe a physical movement downwards or a specific location that involves a downward path.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΒΑΣΙΣ, ΚΑΘΟΔΟΣ

G0518

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-PANG-gei-len

Translations: he announced, he reported, he told, he declared, he brought word

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative active form of the verb ἀπαγγέλλω (apangellō). It means 'he announced,' 'he reported,' or 'he told.' It is used to describe the action of someone conveying a message or information to others, often with the sense of bringing news from one place to another. It is a compound word, combining the preposition ἀπό (apo, 'from') with the verb ἀγγέλλω (angellō, 'to announce' or 'to report').

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

Synonyms: ΕἸΠΕΝ, ΛΕΓΩ, ΜΗΝΥΩ

Etymology: The root verb ἀπαγγέλλω (apangellō) is a compound of ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from,' and ἀγγέλλω (angellō), meaning 'to announce' or 'to report.' Thus, the word literally means 'to announce from' or 'to report from,' emphasizing the source or origin of the message.

G3918

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-REH-seen

Translations: they are present, they are here, they are at hand, they are near

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the prefix 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'near,' and the verb 'εἰμί' (eimi), meaning 'to be.' It signifies the state of being present, being at hand, or being near. It is used to indicate that people or things are physically located in a particular place or are available.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣΙΝ, ΥΠΑΡΧΟΥΣΙΝ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΕΙΜΙ is a compound of the preposition ΠΑΡΑ (para), meaning 'beside' or 'near,' and the verb ΕΙΜΙ (eimi), meaning 'to be.'

G4931

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-TEH-leh-sen

Translations: completed, finished, accomplished, brought to an end

Notes: This word means to bring something to an end, to complete, or to accomplish it. It implies the finalization of an action or process, indicating that a task or event has been fully carried out or concluded. It is often used to describe the completion of a prophecy, a period of time, or a specific work.

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

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΩ, ΕΚΤΕΛΕΩ, ΠΛΗΡΟΩ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΤΕΛΕΩ (teleō), meaning 'to finish' or 'to complete'. Thus, it signifies bringing something to a complete end or conclusion.

G2980

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: lah-LOHN

Translations: speaking, talking, saying, a speaker, one who speaks

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'λαλέω' (laleō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to talk'. It describes someone who is currently in the act of speaking or talking. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun (e.g., 'the speaking man'), or substantively, acting as a noun itself (e.g., 'the one who speaks').

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩΝ, ΦΩΝΩΝ, ΕΙΡΗΚΩΣ

Etymology: The word 'λαλέω' (laleō) is of uncertain origin, possibly onomatopoeic, imitating the sound of babbling or chattering. It is related to the idea of uttering sounds or words.

G1869

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-AY-ran

Translations: they lifted, they raised, they took up, they carried up

Notes: This word is the third person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb ἐπαίρω (epairō), meaning 'to lift up,' 'to raise,' or 'to take up.' It is often used in contexts where someone lifts their voice, hands, or eyes, or takes something up. For example, 'they lifted their voice' means they began to cry out or speak loudly.

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

Synonyms: ΑΙΡΩ, ΑΝΑΙΡΩ, ΥΨΟΩ

Etymology: The word ἐπαίρω (epairō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'over,' and the verb αἴρω (airō), meaning 'to lift,' 'to take up,' or 'to carry.'

G1447

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: geh-SOOR

Translations: Geshur

Notes: Geshur is a proper noun, referring to a region or a people, often associated with a small Aramean kingdom located east of the Jordan River, in the Bashan region. It is mentioned in the Old Testament as the place where Absalom, son of David, fled after killing his half-brother Amnon. It can also refer to a person from this region.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Genitive

Etymology: The name Geshur is of Hebrew origin (גְּשׁוּר, Geshur), meaning 'bridge' or 'a walled enclosure'. It refers to a specific geographical region or its inhabitants mentioned in the Old Testament.

G3996

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PEN-thay-sen

Translations: he mourned, she mourned, it mourned, he lamented, she lamented, it lamented

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to mourn' or 'to lament'. It describes the act of expressing sorrow or grief, often deeply and outwardly. It is typically used to describe a person or group expressing sorrow over a loss, a death, or a tragic event. The prefix 'ἐπι-' (epi-) can intensify the action, suggesting a strong or focused mourning.

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

Synonyms: ΚΛΑΙΩ, ὈΔΥΡΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word πενθέω (pentheō) comes from the noun πένθος (penthos), meaning 'grief' or 'mourning'.

G2869

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-ko-PAH-sen

Translations: ceased, stopped, abated, calmed down

Notes: This word means to cease, stop, or abate. It is often used to describe the calming of winds, storms, or strong emotions like anger. It indicates that something that was active or intense has come to an end or lessened significantly.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΥΩ, ΛΗΓΩ, ΗΣΥΧΑΖΩ

Etymology: The word κοπάζω (kopazō) is derived from κόπος (kopos), meaning 'toil, labor, weariness'. The verb thus implies a cessation from toil or a state of weariness leading to a stop or abatement.

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

G3870