2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: mah-kroh-THOO-mos

Translations: longsuffering, patient, forbearing

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'μακρός' (makros), meaning 'long', and 'θυμός' (thymos), meaning 'temper' or 'spirit'. It describes someone who is patient and able to endure difficulties, provocations, or delays without becoming angry or giving up. It is often used to describe God's patience and forbearance.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΞΙΚΑΚΟΣ

Etymology: From the Greek words 'μακρός' (makros, 'long') and 'θυμός' (thymos, 'temper, spirit'). It literally means 'long-tempered' or 'having a long spirit'.

G2532

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G4908

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: soon-EH-tos

Translations: understanding, intelligent, prudent, wise, a wise person, an intelligent person

Notes: This adjective describes someone who possesses understanding, intelligence, or prudence. It refers to a person who is discerning and capable of comprehending complex matters. It can be used to characterize someone as wise or sagacious.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΟΦΟΣ, ΦΡΟΝΙΜΟΣ, ΕΠΙΣΤΗΜΩΝ

Etymology: From the verb συνίημι (syniēmi), meaning 'to bring together, to understand'. It combines σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and ἵημι (hiēmi), meaning 'to send' or 'to put'. The sense of 'understanding' comes from the idea of 'putting things together' mentally.

G4190

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: po-nee-RON

Translations: (of) evil, (of) wicked, (of) bad, (of) harmful, (of) malicious

Notes: This word describes something or someone as evil, wicked, bad, or harmful. It can refer to moral depravity, physical harm, or general badness. As an adjective, it modifies nouns, indicating that the noun possesses these negative qualities. The form ΠΟΝΗΡΩΝ is the genitive plural, meaning 'of evil ones' or 'of wicked things/persons', depending on the gender of the noun it modifies.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΑΚΩΝ, ΦΑΥΛΩΝ, ΑΝΟΜΩΝ

G2634

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-koo-ree-YOO-sace

Translations: you will lord over, you will master, you will dominate, you will exercise dominion over

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb κυριεύω (kyrieuō), meaning 'to be lord, to rule'. Together, it means to exercise dominion over, to master, or to bring under one's power, often with an implication of complete or oppressive control. It is used to describe gaining mastery or control over something or someone.

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

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΕΥΩ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΖΩ, ΔΕΣΠΟΖΩ

G2038

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: er-GAH-see

Translations: work, do, perform, trade, may work, might work, should work

Notes: This word means to work, to do, or to perform. It is a deponent verb, meaning it has a middle or passive form but an active meaning. It is used to describe engaging in an activity, labor, or business, or to accomplish something. It can also refer to trading or earning a living.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ

Etymology: The word ἘΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ comes from the noun ἔργον (ergon), meaning 'work' or 'deed'.

G1343

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dih-kah-yoh-SOO-neen

Translations: righteousness, justice, a righteousness

Notes: This word refers to the quality of being righteous or just. It describes a state of moral uprightness, integrity, and conformity to divine or moral law. It is often used in the context of God's character or the standard of conduct expected of believers.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥΘΥΤΗΣ, ΑΡΕΤΗ, ΑΓΙΟΣΥΝΗ

Etymology: The word δικαιοσύνη (dikaiosynē) is derived from the adjective δίκαιος (dikaios), meaning 'righteous' or 'just'. It is formed by adding the suffix -σύνη (-synē), which denotes a state, condition, or quality.

G1437

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: eh-AHN

Translations: if, when, whenever, although

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΙ, ὍΤΑΝ

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

G1063

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ

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

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.

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.

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.

G0040

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: AH-gee-on

Translations: holy, sacred, a holy thing, a sacred thing, set apart

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'holy,' 'sacred,' or 'set apart.' It describes something that is consecrated to God, pure, or morally blameless. It can refer to places, objects, or people that are dedicated to divine service or possess a divine quality. In its neuter form, it can also refer to a 'holy thing' or 'sacred place.'

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

Synonyms: ΟΣΙΟΣ, ΙΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to venerate' or 'to dread'. It refers to that which inspires awe and reverence, particularly in a religious context.

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: kah-tee-o-KOON

Translations: dwelling, inhabiting, residing, living, settling, to dwell, to inhabit, to reside, to live

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb κατοικέω (katoikeō), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. It is a compound word formed from κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'in', and οἰκέω (oikeō), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to live'. As a participle, it describes an ongoing action and can function adjectivally (e.g., 'the dwelling one') or adverbially (e.g., 'while dwelling'). It refers to the act of settling in a place, residing, or making one's home there.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΕΩ, ΕΝΟΙΚΕΩ, ΚΑΘΗΜΑΙ

Etymology: The verb κατοικέω (katoikeō) is formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'in', and the verb οἰκέω (oikeō), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to live'. The combination emphasizes the idea of settling down in a place.

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.

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.

G2513

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ka-tha-RON

Translations: clean, pure, innocent, a clean thing, a pure thing

Notes: This word describes something that is free from dirt, defilement, or moral impurity. It can refer to physical cleanliness, ritual purity, or moral blamelessness. It is often used to describe things that are unmixed or unadulterated. In a sentence, it would modify a noun, indicating its state of purity or cleanliness.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΓΝΟΣ, ΑΜΙΑΝΤΟΣ, ΑΜΩΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΘΑΡΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the verb καθαίρω (kathairō), meaning 'to cleanse' or 'to purify'.

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.

G5259

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-POH

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

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

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

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

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.

G2158

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: eh-yoo-RY-kho-roh

Translations: wide, spacious, broad, a wide place, a spacious place

Notes: This word describes something as being wide, spacious, or broad. It is often used to refer to a physical space that is ample or unconfined. In the provided examples, it appears in the dative case, often with the preposition 'ἐν' (in), indicating 'in a wide place' or 'in a spacious area'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΛΑΤΥΣ, ΕΥΡΥΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΥΡΥΧΩΡΟΣ is a compound word derived from ΕΥΡΥΣ (eurys), meaning 'wide' or 'broad', and ΧΩΡΟΣ (choros), meaning 'place' or 'space'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-toy-KOON

Translations: dwelling, inhabiting, residing, living, to dwell, to inhabit, to reside, to live

Notes: This word describes the act of dwelling, inhabiting, or residing in a place. It implies a settled and continuous presence, rather than a temporary stay. It can be used to describe people living in a city, animals inhabiting a region, or even abstract concepts dwelling within someone.

Inflection: Present Active Participle, Accusative Masculine Plural; or Present Active Participle, Nominative Neuter Singular; or Present Active Indicative/Subjunctive, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΕΩ, ΖΑΩ, ΜΕΝΩ

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'.

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.

G5599, G3739

Part of Speech: Letter, Interjection, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-meh-gah (as a letter); OH (as an interjection); OH (as a pronoun)

Translations: Omega, O, Oh, the end, the last, (to) whom, (to) which, (to) what, (to) that, (to) who, (to) those, (to) whomsoever, (to) whatsoever

Notes: This character, Omega, is the twenty-fourth and final letter of the Greek alphabet. As a letter, it represents the long 'o' sound. It can also function as an interjection, similar to 'O' or 'Oh' in English, used for direct address or exclamation. Furthermore, without diacritics, 'Ω' can represent the dative singular form of the relative pronoun 'ὅς, ἥ, ὅ', meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what', depending on context and gender. It can refer to a person or thing that is the indirect object of an action.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a letter or interjection); Dative, Singular, All genders (as a relative pronoun)

Etymology: The letter Omega is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'. Its name literally means 'great O' (ō mega), distinguishing it from Omicron ('small O'). As a relative pronoun, it originates from Proto-Indo-European roots.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-toy-KEE

Translations: dwells, inhabits, lives, resides

Notes: This word means to dwell, inhabit, or reside in a place. It describes the act of living in a specific location, often with a sense of permanence or establishment. It is formed from the prefix κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'completely', and the verb οἰκέω (oikeō), meaning 'to dwell'.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΕΩ, ΖΑΩ, ΜΕΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΟΙΚΕΩ is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'completely', and the verb οἰκέω (oikeō), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. The prefix intensifies the meaning of dwelling.

G2192

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: EKH-on

Translations: having, holding, possessing, keeping, a having, a holding, a possessing, a keeping

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'having' or 'holding'. It describes an ongoing action of possession or holding. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, describing how an action is performed. For example, 'the man having the book' or 'he walked, having a stick'.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Singular, Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΤΩΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

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.

G1438

Part of Speech: Reflexive Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-ah-TOH

Translations: (to) himself, (for) himself, (to) herself, (for) herself, (to) itself, (for) itself, (to) themselves, (for) themselves

Notes: This word is a reflexive pronoun, meaning it refers back to the subject of the clause. It indicates that the action of the verb is directed back to the subject itself. It can be used for singular or plural subjects, and its specific meaning (himself, herself, itself, themselves) depends on the gender and number of the subject it refers to. In this dative form, it often conveys the sense of 'to' or 'for' the subject.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

G1161

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: DEH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΑΛΛΑ

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

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ox-y-kho-LEE-ah

Translations: irritability, quick temper, bitterness, a quick temper

Notes: This is a compound noun in Koine Greek, formed from 'oxys' (sharp) and 'cholē' (bile, anger). It refers to a state of being easily provoked or having a sharp, bitter disposition. It describes someone who is prone to anger or irritation, often used to characterize a person's temperament.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΡΓΗ, ΘΥΜΟΣ, ΠΙΚΡΙΑ

Etymology: The word ὈΞΥΧΟΛΙΑ is a compound of two Greek words: ΟΞΥΣ (oxys), meaning 'sharp' or 'keen', and ΧΟΛΗ (cholē), meaning 'bile' or 'gall', which was associated with anger and temperament in ancient Greek medicine. Thus, it literally means 'sharpness of bile'.

G5101

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

Sounds like: TEES

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

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

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

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

G4334

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-EL-thay

Translations: come to, approach, draw near, go to, come near

Notes: This word describes the action of moving towards someone or something, indicating an approach or drawing near. It is often used in contexts where a person comes into the presence of another, whether physically or metaphorically, such as approaching God or a person in authority. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'πρός' (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΓΓΙΖΩ, ΠΑΡΑΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

G5172

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: troo-feh-RON

Translations: tender, delicate, luxurious, soft, a tender thing, the tender one

Notes: This word describes something that is soft, delicate, or luxurious. It can refer to physical tenderness, such as a soft plant or a delicate body, or it can describe a gentle and sensitive disposition. It is often used to convey a sense of fragility or comfort.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΛΟΣ, ΜΑΛΑΚΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΤΡΥΦΕΡΟΣ (trypheros) is derived from the Greek word τρυφή (tryphē), meaning 'softness, delicacy, luxury, wantonness'.

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ON

Translations: being, existing, a being, an existing thing, that which is

Notes: This word is the present active participle, neuter singular, of the verb 'to be'. It describes something that is 'being' or 'existing'. It can function as a noun, referring to 'a being' or 'that which exists', or as an adjective, describing something as 'being' or 'existent'. It is often used to describe the state or nature of something.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩΝ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G4729

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: steh-noh-khoh-REE-tai

Translations: is distressed, is hard pressed, is confined, is in distress, is straitened

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to be in a narrow place, to be hard pressed, or to be distressed. It describes a state of being confined or experiencing difficulty and pressure. It is used to convey a feeling of being hemmed in or experiencing emotional or physical distress.

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

Synonyms: ΘΛΙΒΟΜΑΙ, ΣΤΕΝΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΣΤΕΝΟΧΩΡΕΩ is a compound of two Greek words: ΣΤΕΝΟΣ (STENOS), meaning 'narrow' or 'strait', and ΧΩΡΕΩ (CHOREO), meaning 'to make room' or 'to withdraw'. Thus, it literally means 'to make narrow room' or 'to be in a narrow place', leading to the sense of being distressed or confined.

G2212

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ZAY-tay

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΕΚΖΗΤΕΩ

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

G0868

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pos-TEE-nai

Translations: to depart, to withdraw, to fall away, to revolt, to stand off, to keep away

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb ἀφίστημι (aphistēmi), which is a compound word formed from ἀπό (apo, meaning 'from' or 'away from') and ἵστημι (histēmi, meaning 'to stand'). It generally means 'to stand away from' or 'to depart from'. It can be used in various contexts to describe physical departure, but also a moral or spiritual falling away, rebellion, or apostasy from a person, a law, or a belief. For example, it can mean to withdraw from someone, to revolt against authority, or to abandon one's faith.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΧΩΡΕΩ, ἘΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΦΕΥΓΩ

Etymology: The verb ἀφίστημι is formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand'. Its etymology reflects the core meaning of 'standing away from' something.

G3008

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lay-too-r-GAY-sai

Translations: to minister, to serve, to perform a service, to officiate, to worship

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb ΛΕΙΤΟΥΡΓΕΩ. It means to perform a public or sacred service, to minister, or to serve. It can refer to serving God, serving others, or performing official duties. It is a compound word derived from 'λαός' (people) and 'ἔργον' (work), originally referring to public service.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΚΟΝΕΩ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΕΩ, ΔΟΥΛΕΥΩ

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOO-ree-OH

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ

G2531

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: KAH-thohss

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑ

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

G3392

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: mee-AH-ee-noh-men-on

Translations: being defiled, defiled, a defiled thing, that which is defiled

Notes: This word is a present passive participle derived from the verb 'μιαίνω' (miainō), meaning 'to defile' or 'to pollute'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing something that is in the process of being defiled or has been defiled. It can be translated as 'being defiled' or 'that which is defiled', indicating a state of impurity or contamination.

Inflection: Present, Passive, Participle, Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΜΟΛΥΝΟΜΕΝΟΝ, ΒΕΒΗΛΟΥΜΕΝΟΝ

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.

G3690

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ox-y-kho-LEE-as

Translations: of irritability, of quick temper, of anger, of bitterness

Notes: This word refers to a state of irritability, quick temper, or a tendency towards anger and bitterness. It describes a disposition where one is easily provoked or becomes angry quickly. It is a compound word formed from 'ΟΞΥΣ' (oxys), meaning 'sharp' or 'keen', and 'ΧΟΛΗ' (cholē), meaning 'bile' or 'gall', which was associated with anger and a choleric temperament in ancient Greek thought.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΡΓΗ, ΘΥΜΟΣ, ΠΙΚΡΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΟΞΥΧΟΛΙΑ (oxyxolia) is a compound derived from the Greek adjective ΟΞΥΣ (oxys), meaning 'sharp' or 'keen', and the noun ΧΟΛΗ (cholē), meaning 'bile' or 'gall'. In ancient Greek medicine and philosophy, 'bile' was associated with the temperament and emotions, particularly anger and bitterness.

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.

G3115

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: mah-kroh-thoo-MEE-ah

Translations: patience, longsuffering, endurance, a patience, a longsuffering, an endurance

Notes: This word is a compound noun, combining 'μακρός' (makros), meaning 'long' or 'large', and 'θυμός' (thymos), meaning 'temper', 'passion', or 'spirit'. It refers to the quality of being patient, especially in enduring wrongs or provocations without immediate retaliation or anger. It signifies a long-suffering spirit, a steadfastness in the face of adversity, or a delay in avenging wrongs. It is often used to describe God's patience towards humanity.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΜΟΝΗ, ΑΝΟΧΗ

Etymology: The word ΜΑΚΡΟΘΥΜΙΑ is a compound of two Greek words: μακρός (makros), meaning 'long' or 'large', and θυμός (thymos), meaning 'temper', 'passion', or 'spirit'. It literally means 'long-tempered' or 'long-spirited'.

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'.

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.

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ox-y-kho-LEE-ah

Translations: irritability, an irritability, ill temper, a bad temper, bitterness, a bitterness

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'oxys' (sharp, keen) and 'cholē' (bile, gall, anger). It refers to a state of sharp or bitter temper, irritability, or ill humor. It describes a disposition prone to anger or bitterness, often used to describe a person's character or a temporary state of being easily provoked.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΙΚΡΙΑ, ΘΥΜΟΣ, ΟΡΓΗ

Etymology: The word ΟΞΥΧΟΛΙΑ is a compound noun derived from the adjective ΟΞΥΣ (oxys), meaning 'sharp' or 'acid', and the noun ΧΟΛΗ (cholē), meaning 'bile' or 'gall', which was associated with anger in ancient Greek medicine. Thus, it literally means 'sharp bile', referring to a quick or bitter temper.

G1228

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-AH-boh-los

Translations: devil, slanderer, accuser, a devil, a slanderer, an accuser

Notes: This word refers to an accuser, slanderer, or adversary. In a theological context, it specifically refers to the Devil, the chief evil spirit. It is a compound word formed from 'διά' (dia), meaning 'through' or 'across', and 'βάλλω' (ballo), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. Thus, it literally means 'one who throws across' or 'one who casts through', implying one who throws accusations or slanders.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΑΤΑΝΑΣ, ΑΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΕΙΡΑΖΩΝ

Etymology: From the Greek verb διαβάλλω (diaballō), meaning 'to slander, accuse, or attack'. This verb is formed from διά (dia), 'through, across', and βάλλω (ballō), 'to throw, cast'. The noun thus describes one who 'throws accusations across' or 'casts slanders'.

G0297

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: am-FOH-teh-rah

Translations: both

Notes: This word means 'both' and refers to two things or two groups. It is a compound word formed from 'ἀμφί' (on both sides, around) and 'ἕτερος' (other, different). It is used to indicate that something applies to or includes two distinct entities or categories. For example, it can be used to say 'both hands' or 'both sides'.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word ἈΜΦΟΤΕΡΟΣ is derived from the Greek preposition ἀμφί (amphi), meaning 'on both sides' or 'around', and ἕτερος (heteros), meaning 'other' or 'different'. It literally means 'both of two'.

G3767

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OON

Translations: therefore, then, so, consequently, accordingly, now, indeed

Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a logical consequence, transition, or emphasis. It often connects a statement to what precedes it, meaning 'therefore' or 'consequently'. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a summary, translated as 'then' or 'now'. In some contexts, it adds emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'certainly'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ἈΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥ͂Ν

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *nu, meaning 'now' or 'then'. It is related to Latin 'nunc' (now) and English 'now'.

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.

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'.

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: it, itself, the same

Notes: This word is a versatile pronoun and adjective. As a pronoun, it typically means 'he,' 'she,' 'it,' or 'they,' depending on its gender and number. When used as an adjective, it can mean 'the same' or serve as an intensive pronoun, emphasizing the noun it modifies, such as 'himself,' 'herself,' 'itself,' or 'themselves.' Its meaning is highly dependent on its grammatical case, number, and gender within a sentence.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: This word is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'that, that one.' It developed into the Greek pronoun and adjective 'autos,' retaining its core sense of identity or self.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: kah-toy-KOON-tah

Translations: dwelling, inhabiting, residing, living, who dwell, who inhabit, who reside, who live

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'katoikeō', meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. As a participle, it describes someone or something that is currently dwelling or inhabiting a place. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun (e.g., 'the dwelling people'), or verbally, indicating an action (e.g., 'those who dwell'). It is often used to refer to the inhabitants of a specific location.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΑΣ, ΕΝΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΑΣ

G0801

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-sym-PHO-ron

Translations: unprofitable, disadvantageous, inexpedient, harmful, not expedient, not profitable

Notes: This word describes something that is not beneficial, advantageous, or expedient. It implies something that is harmful or unprofitable, often in a moral or practical sense. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix 'ἀ-' (a-, meaning 'not') and 'σύμφορος' (symphoros, meaning 'profitable' or 'advantageous').

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΝΩΦΕΛΗΣ, ΑΛΥΣΙΤΕΛΗΣ, ΒΛΑΒΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀσύμφορος (asúmphoros), which is a compound of ἀ- (a-, 'not') and σύμφορος (súmphoros, 'profitable, advantageous'), from σύν (syn, 'with') and φέρω (pherō, 'to bear, carry').

G4190

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: po-nee-RON

Translations: evil, wicked, bad, harmful, a wicked thing, an evil thing

Notes: This word describes something as evil, wicked, or bad. It can be used as an adjective to modify a noun, or it can function as a noun itself, referring to an evil or wicked thing. It often implies something that is morally corrupt, harmful, or causing distress.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΚΑΚΟΣ, ΦΑΥΛΟΣ, ΑΝΟΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word comes from the Greek word πόνος (ponos), meaning 'toil, labor, distress, pain', suggesting something that causes pain or is the result of painful effort, thus leading to the meaning of 'evil' or 'wicked'.

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-noh

Translations: to that, for that, with that, by that, that one

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It is used to point out something or someone that is distant in space or time, or to refer back to something previously mentioned. In this form, it is in the dative case, indicating the indirect object or the means/instrument by which something is done. It often translates as 'to that', 'for that', or 'with that', depending on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

G3398

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun, Adverb

Sounds like: mee-KRON

Translations: small, little, a little, a small thing, a short time

Notes: This word is an adjective that describes something as small in size, quantity, or importance. It can be used to refer to physical smallness, a small amount, or something of lesser significance. In its neuter form, it can also function as a noun meaning 'a small thing' or 'a little bit', or as an adverb meaning 'a little' or 'for a short time'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative; or Masculine or Feminine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΛΙΓΟΣ, ΒΡΑΧΥΣ

Etymology: The word ΜΙΚΡΟΣ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'small'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of smallness or littleness.

G3029

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: LEE-ahn

Translations: very, exceedingly, greatly, much, extremely

Notes: This word is an adverb that means 'very' or 'exceedingly'. It is used to intensify the meaning of an adjective, another adverb, or a verb, indicating a high degree or extent of something. For example, it can be used to say 'very good' or 'greatly rejoice'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΦΟΔΡΑ, ΠΟΛΥ, ΜΑΛΑ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the idea of 'smoothness' or 'plainness', which then developed into the meaning of 'very' or 'exceedingly'.

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'.

G2192

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-kheh-EES

Translations: you have, you hold, you possess, you keep, you are able, you are, you put, you place

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. In this specific form, it indicates a second person singular imperfect active indicative or subjunctive, or potentially a future tense, depending on the context. It describes an action of possessing, holding, or being in a certain state. It can also mean to put or place something, as in the provided example where it implies 'you put' or 'you place'.

Inflection: Second Person Singular, Imperfect Active Indicative or Subjunctive, or Future Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

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.

G3650

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: HO-lon

Translations: whole, entire, all, complete, a whole, an entire

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'whole' or 'entire'. It describes something as being complete or undivided. It can be used to emphasize the totality of something, such as 'the whole house' or 'all the people'. In the provided examples, it refers to the entirety of a task or a place.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΣΥΝΟΛΟΝ

Etymology: From a prolonged form of a primary word; properly, 'all', 'the whole', 'entire'.

G0001

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-fah-NEE-zeh-tai

Translations: perishes, vanishes, disappears, is destroyed, is corrupted, is made unseen

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to make unseen, to cause to disappear, or to vanish. It can also mean to destroy or corrupt something, or to be destroyed or corrupted. It is often used to describe something ceasing to exist or becoming invisible.

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

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΛΛΥΜΑΙ, ἘΚΛΕΙΠΩ, ΦΘΕΙΡΩ

Etymology: The word ἈΦΑΝΙΖΩ comes from the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'not' or 'un-', and φανίζω (phanizō), which is related to φαίνω (phainō), meaning 'to show' or 'to appear'. Thus, it literally means 'to make un-shown' or 'to make unseen'.

G5118

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: toh-SOO-ton

Translations: so great, so much, so many, so large, so far, such, a such

Notes: This word is a demonstrative adjective or pronoun meaning 'so great,' 'so much,' or 'so many.' It is used to indicate a quantity, size, or extent that is as great as something previously mentioned or implied. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun or as a pronoun standing in for a noun. For example, it might be used to say 'so great a crowd' or 'so much money.'

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΤΟΣΟΣ, ΤΗΛΙΚΟΥΤΟΣ

G1646

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: eh-LAH-khee-stoo

Translations: of least, of the least, of very little, of the smallest, of the slightest, of the most insignificant

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the superlative adjective 'elachistos', meaning 'least' or 'smallest'. It is used to describe something that is of the lowest degree, quantity, or importance. It can be used in contexts like 'the least of these' or 'the smallest amount'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter, Superlative

Synonyms: ΕΛΑΤΤΟΝΟΣ, ΕΛΑΧΙΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἔλαχυστος (elakhystos), a superlative form of the adjective ἐλαχύς (elakhys), meaning 'small' or 'little'. It is related to the verb ἐλάσσω (elassō), meaning 'to make smaller' or 'to diminish'.

G0622

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-POH-loo-tai

Translations: is destroyed, perishes, is lost, is ruined

Notes: This word is the third person singular, present indicative, middle or passive voice of the verb 'ἀπόλλυμι'. It means 'to be destroyed', 'to perish', 'to be lost', or 'to be ruined'. It describes something undergoing destruction or ceasing to exist, often implying a complete and irreversible end. It can be used to describe the destruction of things, people, or even abstract concepts.

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

Synonyms: ΦΘΕΙΡΕΤΑΙ, ΟΛΛΥΤΑΙ, ΑΦΑΝΙΖΕΤΑΙ

G622

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-POL-loo-see

Translations: destroys, perishes, ruins, loses, kills

Notes: This word means to destroy, ruin, or cause to perish. It can also mean to lose something or to kill. It is often used to describe the complete destruction or loss of something, whether physically or metaphorically. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from,' and the verb ὄλλυμι (ollymi), meaning 'to destroy' or 'to lose.'

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ

G3765

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ook-EH-tee

Translations: no longer, no more, not yet, not still

Notes: This is a compound adverb formed from the negative particle 'οὐκ' (not) and the adverb 'ἔτι' (yet, still). It signifies the cessation of a state or action, meaning 'no longer' or 'no more'. It can also mean 'not yet' in certain contexts, indicating that something has not happened up to the present time. It is used to express that something that was true or happening is no longer the case.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΚΕΤΙ, ΟΥ̓Κ, ἜΤΙ

Etymology: The word ΟΥ̓ΚΕΤΙ is a compound of the negative particle ΟΥ̓Κ (not) and the adverb ἜΤΙ (yet, still).

G5485

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHA-rin

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥΝΟΙΑ, ΔΩΡΟΝ, ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΙΑ

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

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: pah-RAH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ

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

G1203

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: des-PO-tay

Translations: master, a master, lord, a lord, sovereign, a sovereign

Notes: This word refers to a master, lord, or sovereign, someone who holds absolute power or authority. It can be used to address such a figure directly (vocative case) or to indicate the recipient of an action (dative case). In the New Testament, it is often used of God or Christ, emphasizing their supreme authority.

Inflection: Singular, Vocative or Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΑΥΘΕΝΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ (despotēs) comes from Proto-Indo-European *dems-pot- (master of the house), a compound of *dem- (house) and *pot- (powerful, master).

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.

G2002

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ee-krah-THEE

Translations: to prevail, to get the upper hand, to master, to overcome, to be strong

Notes: This word describes the act of gaining mastery or control over something, or of being stronger or more powerful than something else. It implies a successful overcoming or prevailing in a situation, often against opposition. It is a compound word formed from 'ἐπί' (epi, meaning 'upon' or 'over') and 'κρατέω' (krateō, meaning 'to be strong, to rule').

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Subjunctive, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΝΙΚΑΩ, ΥΠΕΡΙΣΧΥΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐπικρατέω (epikrateō), a compound of ἐπί (epi, 'upon, over') and κρατέω (krateō, 'to be strong, to rule'), which itself comes from κράτος (kratos, 'strength, power').

G0906

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: blee-THEE

Translations: was thrown, was cast, was put, was laid

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist passive indicative form of the verb 'βάλλω' (ballō), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. In this passive form, it indicates that the subject 'was thrown' or 'was cast'. It describes an action that happened in the past and was done to the subject, rather than by the subject.

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

Synonyms: ΡΙΠΤΩ, ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΒΑΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word βάλλω (ballō) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to throw'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek, used in various contexts to describe actions of throwing, casting, or placing.

G0894

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ap-SIN-thee-on

Translations: wormwood, a wormwood, bitterness

Notes: This word refers to wormwood, a plant known for its extremely bitter taste. It is often used literally to describe the plant itself, but can also be used metaphorically to represent something that is bitter, grievous, or unpleasant, such as sorrow or affliction.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word comes from the Greek word ἀψίνθιον (apsinthion), which refers to the plant wormwood. Its ultimate origin is uncertain, but it is an ancient Greek term for this specific plant.

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: GHI-neh-tai

Translations: becomes, happens, is, is born, comes into being, takes place, arises

Notes: This verb is very common and versatile, meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to be born,' or 'to come into being.' It describes a state of transition or occurrence, indicating that something is coming into existence or changing its state. It can be used in various contexts to describe events, transformations, or the origin of something.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΚΤΩ

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.

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'.

G2173

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: yoo-KHRAY-stos

Translations: useful, serviceable, profitable, good for use

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'eu' (good, well) and 'chrestos' (useful). It describes something or someone that is well-suited for a purpose, beneficial, or effective in its function. It can be used to describe objects, tools, or even people who are helpful and valuable.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΩΦΕΛΙΜΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΙΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ is a compound of the Greek prefix ΕΥ̓ (eu), meaning 'good' or 'well', and the adjective ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ (chrestos), meaning 'useful' or 'serviceable'.

G0846

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.

G4089

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: PIK-rah

Translations: bitter, bitterness, a bitter thing, a bitter experience

Notes: This word describes something that is bitter, either literally in taste or figuratively in an emotional or experiential sense. It can refer to a bitter taste, a bitter feeling like grief or resentment, or a bitter experience or outcome. It is often used to describe something harsh, severe, or unpleasant.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΙΚΡΟΝ, ΠΙΚΡΙΑ

Etymology: The word "ΠΙΚΡΑ" comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *peik-, meaning 'to cut, to prick', which evolved to describe a sharp or pungent taste.

G0890

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: akh-RAY-stos

Translations: useless, unprofitable, unserviceable, good for nothing

Notes: This word describes something or someone that is useless, unprofitable, or unserviceable. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix ἀ- (a-) meaning 'not' and the word χρηστός (chrēstos) meaning 'useful' or 'good'. It can be used to describe objects that have no practical value or individuals who are unproductive or morally worthless.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ἈΝΩΦΕΛΗΣ, ἈΚΑΡΠΟΣ, ἈΧΡΕΙΟΣ

Etymology: From the negative prefix ἀ- (a-) and the word χρηστός (chrēstos, 'useful, good').

G3392

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: mee-EH-neh-tai

Translations: is defiled, is polluted, is stained, is contaminated

Notes: This word describes the state of being defiled, polluted, or made unclean. It is often used in a moral or ritual sense, indicating something that has become impure or corrupted. It can refer to a person, an object, or an action that has been tainted.

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

Synonyms: ΜΟΛΥΝΩ, ΚΟΙΝΟΩ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to stain' or 'to smear'.

G1783

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: en-TEF-xis

Translations: intercession, a petition, a prayer, supplication, an appeal

Notes: This word refers to an appeal, petition, or supplication, often made to a superior authority or to God. It specifically implies approaching someone to make a request or plea, often on behalf of another person, hence 'intercession'. It can be used in contexts of prayer or formal requests.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΕΗΣΙΣ, ΠΡΟΣΕΥΧΗ, ΙΚΕΤΗΡΙΑ

Etymology: The word ἘΝΤΕΥΞΙΣ is derived from the verb ἐντυγχάνω (entygchanō), meaning 'to meet with', 'to fall in with', or 'to make a petition'. It describes the act of approaching someone for a specific purpose, often to intercede or make a request.

G2309

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-theh-LON

Translations: I wanted, they wanted, I wished, they wished, I desired, they desired, I was wanting, they were wanting

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to want', 'to wish', or 'to desire'. It is in the imperfect tense, which describes an action that was ongoing, repeated, or habitual in the past. It can be translated as 'I wanted' (first person singular) or 'they wanted' (third person plural), depending on the context of the sentence.

Inflection: Imperfect Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular or 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ

Etymology: The word ΘΕΛΩ (thelo) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to an ancient root meaning 'to set' or 'to place', evolving to mean 'to set one's mind on' or 'to wish'.

G5346

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: FEE-mee

Translations: say, speak, declare, affirm, assert

Notes: This verb means 'to say,' 'to speak,' or 'to declare.' It is often used to introduce direct speech or to affirm a statement. It can be used in various tenses and moods to express an action of speaking or stating something.

Inflection: Present Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular; or Present Active Infinitive

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΕΡΩ

Etymology: From a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to speak, tell, say.' It is related to Latin 'fari' (to speak) and English 'fame'.

G1097

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: gno-NAI

Translations: to know, to understand, to perceive, to learn, to recognize

Notes: This is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō), meaning 'to know'. It expresses the action of knowing or coming to know in a general sense, without specifying the time of the action. It is often used as the object of another verb or as a complement to an adjective, indicating purpose or result, such as 'to be able to know' or 'for the purpose of knowing'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΟΙΔΑ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ

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.

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'.

G3376, G3378

Part of Speech: Noun, Adverb

Sounds like: MAYN

Translations: month, a month, surely, indeed, truly, certainly

Notes: This word has two primary meanings in Koine Greek. As a noun (G3378), it refers to a 'month', a period of time. As an adverb (G3376), it functions as an emphatic particle, meaning 'surely', 'indeed', 'truly', or 'certainly', often used to confirm or emphasize a statement. It can also be used in questions to expect a positive answer.

Inflection: Noun: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, Genitive, Dative; Adverb: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΣ, ΑΛΗΘΩΣ, ΟΝΤΩΣ

Etymology: The noun 'ΜΗΝ' (month) comes from Proto-Indo-European, referring to the moon and its cycle. The adverb 'ΜΗΝ' (surely) is also of uncertain but ancient origin, possibly related to particles of affirmation.

G5346

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PHAY-sin

Translations: he says, she says, it says, he said, she said, it said

Notes: This word is a common verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is used to report what someone else has said or to introduce a direct quote. It can be translated as 'he says', 'she says', or 'it says', and often implies 'he/she/it said' in narrative contexts.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word ΦΗΜΙ (phēmi) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to speak' or 'to show'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of speaking or declaring.

G0622

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ap-OH-leh-sas

Translations: you destroyed, you ruined, you lost, you perished

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to destroy, ruin, or lose. It can also mean to perish or be lost, depending on the context and voice. It is used to describe an action that brings something to an end, either actively by destroying it or passively by being lost or perishing.

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

Synonyms: ΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΦΘΕΙΡΩ, ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word ἀπόλλυμι (apollymi) is formed from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ὄλλυμι (ollymi), meaning 'to destroy' or 'to lose'.

G0235

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: AL-lah

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

Notes: This word is a strong adversative conjunction, used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or opposes a preceding statement. It often implies a stronger contrast than 'δέ' (de). It can also be used to introduce an emphatic statement, sometimes translated as 'indeed' or 'moreover'. It is frequently found at the beginning of a clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΠΛΗΝ, ΟΜΩΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₂el- (other). It is related to other words meaning 'other' or 'different'.

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.

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.

G0568

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-feh-XON-tai

Translations: they will abstain, they will hold themselves back, they will receive in full

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. In its various forms, it can mean to hold back, keep away from, abstain from, or to receive in full (as in, to have received one's due payment completely). The specific form given indicates a future action where the subject will perform the action on themselves (middle voice) or will have the action done to them (passive voice).

Inflection: Future, Middle or Passive, Indicative, 3rd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ἈΠΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G3745

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Relative Adjective

Sounds like: OH-soy

Translations: as many as, all who, whoever, how many

Notes: This word functions as a relative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'as many as' or 'all who'. It introduces a relative clause and refers to a quantity or number of people or things. It is used to connect a dependent clause to a main clause, specifying the extent or number of the antecedent.

Inflection: Nominative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΟΣΤΙΣ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ὅς (hos, 'this, that') and the suffix -σος (-sos), indicating quantity or degree. It is related to other words indicating quantity or extent.

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.

G2588

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kar-DEE-as

Translations: of heart, of a heart, of mind, of soul, of inner self, of conscience, of courage, of will

Notes: This word refers to the physical heart, but more commonly in Koine Greek, it signifies the center of one's being, including thoughts, emotions, will, and conscience. It is often used to denote the inner person, the seat of spiritual and moral life. For example, it can refer to the core of one's beliefs or the source of one's intentions.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΨΥΧΗ, ΝΟΥΣ, ΠΝΕΥΜΑ

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'.

G4933

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-tay-RAY-soh

Translations: I will preserve, I will keep, I will guard, I will maintain, I will observe

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from 'σύν' (together with) and 'τηρέω' (to keep or guard). It means to preserve, keep safe, or guard something carefully, often implying a thorough or complete keeping. It can also mean to observe or maintain something, like a custom or a law. It is used to express future action.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Future Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΤΗΡΕΩ, ΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ, ΔΙΑΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ

G4586