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G3004
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: LEH-goh
Translations: say, speak, tell, call, mean
Notes: This is a very common verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is used to introduce direct or indirect speech, to give commands, or to express an opinion. It can also mean 'to call' or 'to name' someone or something, or 'to mean' something.
Inflection: First Person, Singular, Present, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΦΗΜΙ, ΕΡΩ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *leg- meaning 'to collect, gather'. In Greek, it evolved to mean 'to pick out words', hence 'to speak' or 'to say'.
G2962
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KOO-ree-eh
Translations: Lord, O Lord, Master, Sir
Notes: This word is the vocative singular form of the noun ΚΥΡΙΟΣ (KYRIOS), meaning 'Lord,' 'Master,' or 'Sir.' It is used for direct address, similar to saying 'O Lord' or 'My Lord' in English. It is commonly used when speaking directly to God, a respected authority figure, or a master.
Inflection: Singular, Vocative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ
G1473
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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.
G5129
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: TAH-oo-tas
Translations: these
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the demonstrative pronoun/adjective meaning "this" or "these." It is used to point out something specific, similar to how "this" or "these" are used in English. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, agreeing with it in gender, number, and case. As a pronoun, it stands in place of a noun.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Feminine
Synonyms: ΟΥ͂ΤΟΙ, ΟΥ͂ΤΟΣ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TAS
Translations: the
Notes: ΤΑΣ is the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek. It is used to specify a particular noun, similar to 'the' in English. This specific form is used when the noun it modifies is feminine, plural, and in the accusative case, indicating the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.
Inflection: Feminine, Plural, Accusative
G3850
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: pa-ra-bo-LAS
Translations: parables, proverbs, allegories, comparisons, illustrations, of parables, of proverbs, of allegories, of comparisons, of illustrations
Notes: This word refers to a parable, proverb, or allegory, often used as a comparison or illustration to convey a moral or spiritual truth. It is a compound word formed from 'para' (beside) and 'ballo' (to throw), literally meaning 'a placing beside' or 'a comparison'. In the provided context, it is used in the plural to refer to multiple such sayings or stories.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative or Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΑΡΟΙΜΙΑ, ΕΙΚΩΝ, ΑΙΝΙΓΜΑ
Etymology: From Ancient Greek παραβολή (parabolḗ, “a comparison, parable”), from παραβάλλω (parabállō, “to compare, to place beside”), from παρά (pará, “beside”) + βάλλω (bállō, “to throw”).
G3756
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle
Sounds like: OO
Translations: not, no
Notes: ΟΥ̓ is a negative particle used to express a factual negation. It typically negates verbs in the indicative mood, stating that something is not true or does not happen. It can also negate other parts of speech. When combined with ΜΉ (ou mē), it forms a very strong negation, meaning "by no means" or "never."
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΜΉ, ΟΥ̓Κ, ΟΥ̓ΧΊ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a fundamental negative particle in Greek.
G1097
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ghee-NOH-skoh
Translations: know, understand, perceive, learn, recognize, be aware of
Notes: This verb means to know, understand, perceive, or learn. It can refer to knowing a fact, understanding a concept, or becoming acquainted with a person or thing. It implies a process of coming to know or a state of knowing. It is often used to describe a deep, personal knowledge rather than just intellectual assent.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Singular. This verb inflects for tense, voice, mood, person, and number.
Synonyms: ΟΙΔΑ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *ǵneh₃- (to know). It is cognate with English 'know' and Latin 'gnosco'.
G3761
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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).
G1410
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: DOO-na-mahee
Translations: I am able, I can, I have power, I am strong enough
Notes: This verb means 'to be able', 'to have power', or 'to be strong enough'. It is often used to express capability or possibility, indicating that someone has the capacity or permission to do something. It can be followed by an infinitive to show what one is able to do.
Inflection: First person singular, Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive
Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΩ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΖΩ
Etymology: From δύναμις (dynamis), meaning 'power' or 'ability'. It is related to the concept of inherent strength or capacity.
G3539
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: noh-EH-sai
Translations: to understand, to perceive, to comprehend, to consider
Notes: This word means to understand or perceive with the mind, often implying a deeper comprehension or consideration of something, rather than just a superficial observation. It refers to the act of grasping the meaning or significance of something through mental effort.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ
G1437
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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.
G3361
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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.
G1473
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: MOY
Translations: (to) me, (for) me
Notes: ΜΟΙ is the dative form of the first-person singular pronoun 'I'. It is used to indicate the indirect object of a verb, showing to whom or for whom an action is performed. It can also express possession or benefit.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, First Person
Synonyms: ΕΜΟΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a very ancient word, found across many Indo-European languages.
G1955
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-pee-LOO-sees
Translations: you explain, you interpret, you solve, you untie
Notes: This is a verb form meaning 'you explain' or 'you interpret'. It is used when someone is asking for clarification or understanding of something, such as a parable or a difficult concept. It can also mean to untie or solve a problem.
Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΕΞΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΣΑΦΕΩ, ΛΥΩ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: OW-tas
Translations: them, themselves
Notes: This word is a pronoun meaning 'them' or 'themselves'. It is used to refer to a group of feminine nouns or persons in the accusative case, indicating that they are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition. It can function as a simple pronoun or as an intensive pronoun, emphasizing the subjects themselves.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Feminine
Synonyms: ΣΦΑΣ, ΣΦΕΑΣ
Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient Greek pronoun that has been in use since classical times, referring to 'self' or 'same', and developing into a general third-person pronoun.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-ta
Translations: all, every, everything, all things
Notes: This word means 'all' or 'every'. In its plural neuter form, as seen here, it often translates to 'all things' or 'everything'. It is used to indicate totality or universality, referring to a complete set or collection of items or concepts.
Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G4771
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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.
G1955
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-pee-LOO-soh
Translations: will solve, will explain, will interpret, will loosen, will untie
Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from 'ἐπί' (upon, over) and 'λύω' (to loosen, release). It means to solve, explain, or interpret something, often a difficult problem, riddle, or dream. It implies a complete or thorough resolution or explanation.
Inflection: First Person Singular, Future Indicative, Active Voice
Synonyms: ΛΥΩ, ΕΞΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΣΑΦΕΩ
Etymology: The word ἘΠΙΛΥΩ is a compound of the preposition ἘΠΙ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'over', and the verb ΛΥΩ (lyo), meaning 'to loosen' or 'to release'. The combination suggests an action of loosening or resolving something upon or concerning a matter.
G5346
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: FEE-see
Translations: he says, she says, it says
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'φημί' (phēmi), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is used to report what someone or something is saying in the present tense. For example, 'he says that...' or 'it says in the book...'.
Inflection: Third person singular, Present, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΕΡΩ
G2532
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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.
G3745
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Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Relative Adjective
Sounds like: OH-sah
Translations: as many as, all that, whatever, how many, all things whatsoever, whatever things
Notes: This word is the neuter plural form of the relative pronoun/adjective ὅσος (hosos). It means 'as many as' or 'all that/which' and is used to introduce a relative clause, referring to an indefinite quantity or number of things. It can function as both a pronoun (e.g., 'whatever things') or an adjective (e.g., 'as many things as'). It can be used in both the nominative and accusative cases.
Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: PANTA, HAPAS
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun ὅδε (hode, 'this') and the interrogative pronoun τίς (tis, 'who? what?').
G0302
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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.
G2980
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: lah-LEE-soh
Translations: I will speak, I will say, I will talk
Notes: This is the first person singular future active indicative form of the verb 'λαλέω' (laleō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to talk'. It indicates an action that the speaker will perform in the future, such as 'I will speak' or 'I will say'. It is commonly used to express future communication or declaration.
Inflection: Future, Active, Indicative, 1st Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΕΡΩ, ΛΕΓΩ, ΦΗΜΙ
Etymology: From an onomatopoeic root, imitating the sound of babbling or chattering. It originally referred to incoherent speech or babbling, but in Koine Greek, it evolved to mean speaking in general, often with a focus on the act of speaking rather than the content.
G3326
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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'.
G4771
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Part of Speech: Personal Pronoun
Sounds like: soo
Translations: of you, your, yours
Notes: ΣΟΥ is the genitive singular form of the second-person personal pronoun 'you'. It indicates possession or relationship, similar to 'your' or 'of you' in English. It can be used to show that something belongs to the person being addressed, or to indicate the object of certain prepositions or verbs that take the genitive case.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, All genders
G1166
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: DEEK-soh
Translations: I will show, I will point out, I will display, I will make known
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to show,' 'to point out,' 'to display,' or 'to make known.' It is used to indicate an action that will happen in the future, specifically by the speaker. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'I will show you the way.'
Inflection: Future, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Singular
Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΑΛΥΨΩ, ΦΑΝΕΡΩΣΩ
G1785
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: en-to-LAS
Translations: commandment, command, instruction, precept
Notes: This word refers to a command, instruction, or precept, often implying a divine or authoritative directive. It is frequently used in the context of God's laws or moral injunctions. It can be used in sentences to refer to a specific order or a general body of rules.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΤΑΓΜΑ, ΔΙΚΑΙΩΜΑ, ΝΟΜΟΣ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TOO
Translations: (of) him, his, (of) it, its
Notes: This word is a third-person pronoun. In this genitive singular form, it typically means 'of him,' 'his,' 'of it,' or 'its,' indicating possession or origin. It can refer to a male person or a neuter object/concept.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ (autos) is of uncertain origin, possibly from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'self'. It is an ancient Greek word that has been in continuous use.
G1161
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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.
G5101
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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.
G0018
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: ah-gah-THON
Translations: good, a good thing, benefit, advantage, what is good
Notes: This word describes something that is good, beneficial, or morally upright. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating its positive quality. As a neuter noun, it often refers to 'a good thing' or 'what is good' in a general sense, encompassing both moral excellence and practical benefit. It is frequently used to describe actions, outcomes, or qualities that are desirable or virtuous.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΚΑΛΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ
Etymology: The word originates from Proto-Indo-European, referring to something that is 'good' or 'noble'. It has cognates in various Indo-European languages.
G4160
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: poy-AY-sees
Translations: you may do, you may make, you may perform, you may produce
Notes: This word means 'to do', 'to make', 'to perform', or 'to produce'. It is used to describe the act of bringing something into existence or carrying out an action. It can be used in various contexts, such as making a decision, performing a task, or creating something.
Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ
G1622
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition
Sounds like: EK-tos
Translations: outside, out, without, except, apart from
Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'outside' or 'out'. It can also be used as a preposition, typically taking the genitive case, to mean 'outside of', 'apart from', or 'except for'. It indicates separation or exclusion from something.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΕΞΩ, ΧΩΡΙΣ
Etymology: From the Greek preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of', combined with the suffix -τος, indicating place or direction.
G3588
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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.
G1785
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: en-to-LEES
Translations: of a commandment, of a command, of an instruction, of a precept
Notes: This word refers to a commandment, command, instruction, or precept. It is used to denote a divine or human directive that is to be obeyed. In the provided examples, it refers to a divine command or the command of the law. It is a feminine noun.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΝΟΜΟΣ, ΔΙΑΤΑΓΗ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΓΜΑ
G3588, G3778
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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.
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: THAY-oo
Translations: of God, of a God
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'ΘΕΟΣ' (theos), meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, the genitive case often indicates possession, origin, or relationship, similar to the English 'of' or the possessive apostrophe 's'. Therefore, 'ΘΕΟΥ' typically translates to 'of God' or 'of a god', depending on the context. It can refer to the one true God or to a pagan deity.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
G4572
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: seh-ahf-TOH
Translations: (to) yourself, (to) thyself
Notes: This is a reflexive pronoun meaning 'yourself' or 'thyself'. It is used when the action of the verb is directed back to the subject of the sentence. For example, 'you give to yourself'. It is a compound word formed from the second person pronoun 'σύ' (you) and the intensive pronoun 'αὐτοῦ' (himself, herself, itself).
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine
Etymology: The word ΣΕΑΥΤΟΥ is a compound of the second person pronoun ΣΥ (you) and the intensive pronoun ΑΥΤΟΣ (self). It developed from the earlier form ΣΕΑΥΤΟΥ, which itself is a contraction of ΣΟΙ ΑΥΤΟΥ.
G4047
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: peh-ree-POY-ay-sis
Translations: preservation, acquisition, obtaining, possession, saving, a preservation, an acquisition
Notes: This word refers to the act of preserving something, or the act of acquiring or obtaining something for oneself. It can also refer to the thing that is preserved or acquired, a possession. It implies a careful keeping or gaining.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΚΤΗΣΙΣ, ΣΩΤΗΡΙΑ
Etymology: From the verb περιποιέω (peripoieō), meaning 'to preserve' or 'to acquire for oneself', which is formed from περί (peri, 'around, about') and ποιέω (poieō, 'to make, to do').
G1391
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: DOK-san
Translations: glory, a glory, splendor, honor, praise, dignity, reputation
Notes: This word refers to glory, splendor, or honor. It can describe the inherent majesty of God, the praise given to someone, or a person's reputation or dignity. It is often used in contexts of divine manifestation or human recognition.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΤΙΜΗ, ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΕΥΚΛΕΙΑ
G4053
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: peh-ris-so-TEH-ran
Translations: more, more abundant, more excellent, greater, an excess
Notes: This word is a comparative adjective meaning 'more' or 'more abundant'. It is used to indicate a greater quantity, degree, or excellence of something compared to another. It often functions similarly to the English 'more' or 'greater'.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΜΕΙΖΩΝ, ΥΠΕΡΕΧΩΝ
Etymology: The word comes from the Greek preposition περί (peri), meaning 'around' or 'about', implying an overflow or superabundance.
G1510
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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.
G1741
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: en-DOX-oh-TEH-ros
Translations: more glorious, more honorable, more splendid, more esteemed
Notes: This word is a comparative adjective, meaning 'more glorious' or 'more honorable'. It describes something or someone that possesses a greater degree of glory, honor, or esteem compared to another. It is used to indicate a higher status or quality.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΤΙΜΙΩΤΕΡΟΣ, ΛΑΜΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ
G3844
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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'.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TOH
Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the
Notes: ΤΩ is the dative singular form of the definite article 'the'. It indicates the indirect object of a verb or the means/instrument by which an action is performed. It can also be used to indicate location or association, often translated with prepositions like 'to', 'for', 'by', 'with', or 'in'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: THAY-oh
Translations: (to) God, (for) God, a God
Notes: This is the dative singular form of the noun 'ΘΕΟΣ' (theos), meaning 'God' or 'a god'. It refers to the supreme being in a monotheistic context, or to a deity in a polytheistic context. When used in the dative case, it typically indicates the recipient of an action or the one for whom something is done, hence 'to God' or 'for God'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ
G3756, G3757
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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.
G3195
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EH-mel-les
Translations: you were about to, you were going to, you were destined to, you were intending to
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'μέλλω' (mellō), which means 'to be about to', 'to be going to', 'to intend', or 'to be destined to'. It is used to express future intention, imminence, or necessity, often indicating that an action is on the verge of happening or is expected to happen. It is typically followed by an infinitive verb.
Inflection: Imperfect Indicative, Active Voice, Second Person Singular
Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΑΖΩ, ΠΡΟΟΡΙΖΩ
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EYE-nah-ee
Translations: to be, to exist, to happen, to become
Notes: This is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'to be'. It expresses existence, identity, or a state of being. It can also be used to indicate purpose or result, especially when preceded by the genitive article 'τοῦ' (tou), in which case it can be translated as 'in order to be' or 'for the purpose of being'.
Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active. Does not inflect for person, number, gender, or case.
Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ
G3767
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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'.
G5442
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: foo-LAS-sone
Translations: keeping, guarding, observing, preserving, watching, a keeper, a guard
Notes: This word describes the action of keeping, guarding, or observing something. It can refer to physically protecting something, like a city or a person, or to observing a law or command. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing someone or something that is performing the action of guarding or keeping.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular
Synonyms: ΤΗΡΕΩ, ΦΡΟΥΡΕΩ, ΠΑΡΑΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ
Etymology: The word ΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ comes from the Greek word φύλαξ (phylax), meaning 'a guard' or 'a watcher'.
G4369
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pros-THEES
Translations: you will add, you will put to, you will give in addition, you will increase
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to add,' 'to put to,' 'to give in addition,' or 'to increase.' It is often used in contexts where something is being joined to something else, or where a quantity is being augmented. For example, one might 'add' to a collection, or 'increase' a number.
Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Future, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΑΝΑΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΠΡΟΣΕΠΙΤΙΘΗΜΙ
G3009
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: lay-too-r-GHEE-as
Translations: of service, of ministry, of public service, of worship, of a liturgy
Notes: This word refers to a public service or a ministry, often with a religious or civic connotation. It can describe an act of worship, a charitable deed, or an official duty performed for the community or for God. It is used to denote the performance of a function or duty, especially one that benefits others.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΔΙΑΚΟΝΙΑ, ΛΑΤΡΕΙΑ
Etymology: The word ΛΕΙΤΟΥΡΓΙΑ (leitourgia) comes from the combination of two Greek words: λεῖτος (leitos), meaning 'public', and ἔργον (ergon), meaning 'work' or 'deed'. Thus, it originally referred to 'public work' or 'public service', particularly those performed by citizens for the state, and later evolved to include religious service or ministry.
G5483
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: kha-REE-see
Translations: you will grant, you will give, you will bestow, you will forgive
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'you will grant' or 'you will give freely'. It can also mean 'you will forgive' or 'you will show favor'. It is used to describe an action of bestowing something or pardoning someone in the future.
Inflection: Second Person Singular, Future Indicative, Active Voice
Synonyms: ΔΩΣΕΙΣ, ΑΠΟΔΩΣΕΙΣ
G5083
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: TAY-ray-siss
Translations: keeping, a keeping, observance, a watch, a prison, a prison cell
Notes: This word refers to the act of keeping, guarding, or observing something. It can denote the act of holding onto something, maintaining a state, or obeying commands. It can also refer to a place of confinement, like a prison or a watch-post, where someone is kept or guarded.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΦΥΛΑΚΗ, ΚΟΥΣΤΩΔΙΑ, ΠΑΡΑΤΗΡΗΣΙΣ
G2596
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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.
G3588
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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.
G1699
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: eh-MAIN
Translations: my, mine
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'my' or 'mine', indicating possession by the speaker. It is used to modify a noun, agreeing with it in gender, number, and case. For example, it could be used in phrases like 'my house' or 'my life'.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Etymology: The word ΕΜΟΣ (emos) comes from the Proto-Indo-European pronominal stem *me- (first person singular).
G1785
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: en-to-LEN
Translations: commandment, a commandment, instruction, a instruction, precept, a precept, order, an order
Notes: This word refers to a command, instruction, or precept given by an authority. It is often used in a religious context to refer to God's commandments or laws. It can be used in sentences like 'He kept the commandment' or 'They received an instruction.'
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΤΑΓΜΑ, ΔΙΑΤΑΓΗ, ΝΟΜΟΣ
G0846
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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
G3588
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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'.
G1781
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: en-TEL-lee
Translations: command, order, instruct, charge
Notes: This word means to command, order, or instruct someone to do something. It is often used in contexts where authority is being exercised, such as God commanding people, or a leader giving orders to subordinates. It implies a directive that is to be followed.
Inflection: Aorist, Subjunctive, Active, Second Person Singular
Synonyms: ΚΕΛΕΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ, ἘΠΙΤΑΤΤΩ
Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐν (en, 'in') and τέλλω (tellō, 'to accomplish, perform'). The combination suggests 'to put a charge upon' or 'to enjoin'.
G5442
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: foo-LAX-oh
Translations: I will guard, I will keep, I will observe, I will protect
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to guard,' 'to keep,' 'to observe,' or 'to protect.' It is used to describe the act of watching over something or someone, preserving a command or law, or protecting from harm. It is often used in the context of keeping God's commandments or promises.
Inflection: First Person Singular, Future Active Indicative
Synonyms: ΤΗΡΕΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΔΙΑΤΗΡΕΩ
G0846
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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.
G1492
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: OY-dah
Translations: know, understand, perceive, be aware of
Notes: This verb means 'to know' or 'to understand'. It is a perfect tense verb that functions with a present meaning, indicating a state of knowing that has resulted from a past act of perceiving or learning. It is often used to express a deep, intuitive, or experiential knowledge, as opposed to merely intellectual knowledge. It can be used with an accusative object, or with a clause introduced by 'ὅτι' (that) or an interrogative pronoun.
Inflection: Perfect, Active, Indicative, 1st Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *weyd- 'to see, to know'. In Greek, it developed into a perfect tense verb with a present meaning, signifying a state of knowing that comes from having seen or perceived.
G1063
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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.
G3754
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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.
G4771
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: soo
Translations: you
Notes: This word is a personal pronoun meaning 'you' (singular). It is used when addressing a single person directly, typically as the subject of a sentence. It can also be used emphatically to highlight the person being addressed.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Second Person
Etymology: The word 'ΣΥ' is an ancient Greek pronoun, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has been consistently used throughout various stages of the Greek language to refer to the second person singular.
G3326
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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'.
G1473
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: eh-MOO
Translations: (of) me, my
Notes: This is the genitive case of the first-person singular pronoun 'I'. It indicates possession or origin, functioning similarly to 'of me' or 'my' in English. It is used to show that something belongs to the speaker or comes from the speaker.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, First Person
Synonyms: ΜΟΥ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is the first-person singular pronoun, indicating the speaker.
G1519, G1487, G1488
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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).
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EH-so-my
Translations: I will be, I shall be
Notes: This word is the first person singular future indicative form of the verb 'to be'. It signifies a future state of existence or condition for the speaker. It is used to express what someone will be or become.
Inflection: First person, Singular, Future, Indicative, Middle/Passive (deponent)
Etymology: The verb ΕἸΜΙ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₁es- meaning 'to be'. It is a fundamental verb in many Indo-European languages.
G5108
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: toy-OW-teen
Translations: such, such a, of such a kind
Notes: This word is a demonstrative adjective used to describe something of the kind or quality just mentioned or about to be mentioned. It functions similarly to 'this kind of' or 'that kind of'. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΤΟΙΟΣΔΕ, ΤΟΣΟΥΤΟΣ
G4290
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: pro-thy-MEE-an
Translations: readiness, eagerness, willingness, zeal, a readiness, an eagerness, a willingness, a zeal
Notes: This word refers to a state of being ready, eager, or willing to do something. It implies a prompt and enthusiastic disposition. It is often used to describe a positive attitude towards a task or a person, indicating a cheerful and unhesitating willingness to act.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΘΥΜΟΤΗΣ, ΕΥΝΟΙΑ, ΖΗΛΟΣ
G2192
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EKH-oo-sin
Translations: they have, they possess, they hold, they are holding
Notes: This word is the third person plural present active indicative form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to possess'. It is used to indicate that a group of people or things currently have or are holding something. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'they have wisdom' or 'they hold power'.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Present Tense, Indicative Mood, Active Voice
Synonyms: ΚΤΆΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΈΧΩ, ἜΧΩ
G3588, G3739, G2228
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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.
G3521
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: nees-TEH-yah
Translations: fasting, a fast, abstinence
Notes: This word refers to the act of abstaining from food, often for religious or spiritual reasons. It is commonly used in contexts of spiritual discipline, repentance, or preparation for prayer. It can also refer to a specific period of time during which one fasts.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΙΤΙΑ, ΑΣΙΤΙΑ
Etymology: From the verb νηστεύω (nēsteuō, "to fast"), which comes from νῆστις (nēstis, "not eating").
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: OW-tay
Translations: she, her, it, this, that, the same
Notes: This word is a pronoun, specifically the feminine nominative singular form of 'ΑΥΤΟΣ'. It can function as a personal pronoun meaning 'she', 'her', or 'it', or as a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'this' or 'that'. When used intensively, it can mean 'the same' or 'herself'. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it refers to.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΗ
G5083
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: tay-roo-MEH-non
Translations: of being kept, of being observed, of being guarded, of being preserved
Notes: This word is a present passive participle, indicating an ongoing action of being kept, observed, guarded, or preserved. It describes something that is currently in the state of being maintained or protected. It is often used to describe laws, commandments, or traditions that are being followed or upheld.
Inflection: Present, Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, All genders
Synonyms: ΦΥΛΑΣΣΟΜΕΝΩΝ, ΠΑΡΑΤΗΡΟΥΜΕΝΩΝ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TONE
Translations: of the
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the definite article 'the'. It functions to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for plural nouns, similar to 'of the' in English. It can precede nouns of any gender.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All Genders (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter)
G1785
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: en-toh-LOHN
Translations: of commandments, of commands, of precepts
Notes: This word refers to a command, an order, or a precept. In its plural genitive form, as seen in 'ἘΝΤΟΛΩΝ', it typically signifies 'of commandments' or 'of commands', indicating possession or origin. It is frequently used in religious contexts to refer to divine laws or instructions.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Feminine
Synonyms: ΔΙΑΤΑΓΜΑΤΩΝ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΓΜΑΤΩΝ
G2962
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KOO-ree-OO
Translations: of Lord, of the Lord, of God, of the Master
Notes: This word refers to a lord, master, or owner. In religious contexts, particularly in the Septuagint and New Testament, it is frequently used to refer to God or Jesus Christ, often as a title of reverence and authority. It can be used in sentences like 'the house of the Lord' or 'the word of the Lord'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΘΕΟΣ, ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ
Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ (kyrios) derives from the root κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'power, authority'. It originally referred to someone who possessed authority or control, such as a master or owner, and later evolved to be used as a title for deities or rulers.
G3029
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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'.
G2570
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ka-LEE
Translations: good, beautiful, noble, excellent, a good one, a beautiful one
Notes: This word describes something as good, beautiful, noble, or excellent in quality, appearance, or character. It can refer to something that is morally upright, aesthetically pleasing, or functionally effective. It is often used to commend or praise.
Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Nominative or Vocative
Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΗ, ΩΡΑΙΑ, ΕΥΓΕΝΗΣ
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ES-tin
Translations: is, a is
Notes: This word is the third person singular present indicative form of the verb 'to be' (εἰμί). It means 'he is', 'she is', 'it is', or 'there is'. It is used to express existence, identity, or a state of being, often linking a subject to a predicate. It can also imply 'exists' or 'happens'.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Active
G3779
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: OO-tohs
Translations: thus, so, in this way, in such a way
Notes: This adverb indicates manner or degree, meaning 'in this way,' 'thus,' or 'so.' It can refer back to something previously mentioned or forward to something about to be stated. It often introduces a consequence or result, showing how something is done or to what extent.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΩΣ
Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ΟΥΤΟΣ (OUTOS), meaning 'this' or 'that'.
G5442
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: foo-LAK-sace
Translations: you will keep, you will guard, you will observe, you will protect, you will preserve
Notes: This word means to keep, guard, or observe. It is used in various contexts, such as keeping a command, guarding a person or place, or preserving something. It implies a sense of careful attention and protection.
Inflection: Future, Active, Indicative, Second Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΤΗΡΕΩ, ΔΙΑΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ, ΠΑΡΑΤΗΡΕΩ
G3521
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: nees-TEY-ahn
Translations: fasting, a fast
Notes: This word refers to the act of abstaining from food, often for religious or spiritual reasons. It can be used in contexts describing a period of abstinence or the practice itself.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΝΗΣΤΙΣ
Etymology: From the verb νηστεύω (nēsteuō), meaning 'to fast', which is derived from νῆστις (nēstis), meaning 'not eating'.
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun
Sounds like: TOW-teen
Translations: this, that, this one, that one
Notes: ΤΑΥΤΗΝ is the feminine singular accusative form of the demonstrative pronoun ΟΥ͂ΤΟΣ. It is used to point out something specific, often something near the speaker or something that has just been mentioned. It functions like 'this' or 'that' in English, and as an accusative, it typically serves as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.
Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Feminine
Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ANE
Translations: was, he was, she was, it was, I was
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'to be'. It is used to describe a state of being or existence in the past, often indicating a continuous or repeated action or condition. For example, it can mean 'he was' or 'it was'.
Inflection: Imperfect Indicative, 1st or 3rd person singular
G3195
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: MEL-leess
Translations: you are about to, you are going to, you intend to, you will
Notes: This word is a verb that indicates an action that is about to happen, is intended to happen, or is imminent. It often conveys a sense of future intention or a state of being on the verge of doing something. It is frequently followed by an infinitive verb.
Inflection: 2nd Person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΑΖΩ, ΠΡΟΚΕΙΜΑΙ
Etymology: The word ΜΕΛΛΩ (mellō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to an old root meaning 'to delay' or 'to be slow', which evolved to mean 'to be about to' or 'to intend'.
G5083
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: tay-REIN
Translations: to keep, to guard, to observe, to preserve, to watch, to hold
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to keep' or 'to guard'. It can refer to keeping something safe, observing a law or command, or preserving a state or condition. It is often used in contexts of maintaining, protecting, or adhering to something.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ, ΕΧΩ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ
G4413
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb
Sounds like: PRO-ton
Translations: first, foremost, chief, principal, a first thing, before, at the first, in the first place
Notes: This word means 'first' in terms of order, time, importance, or rank. As an adjective, it describes something as being the first of its kind or in a sequence. As an adverb, it indicates something happening initially or in the first instance. It can also refer to the chief or most important person or thing.
Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΑΡΧΗ, ΠΡΩΤΙΣΤΟΣ, ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ
Etymology: The word 'πρῶτος' (prōtos) is a superlative form derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *pro- meaning 'forward, before'. It is related to the Greek preposition 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tone
Translations: (of) all, (of) every, (of) everyone, (of) everything, (of) the whole
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'πᾶς' (pas), meaning 'all', 'every', or 'the whole'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for a plural group, signifying 'of all' or 'belonging to all'. It can refer to people, things, or concepts, encompassing a complete set or totality.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All genders
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G5442
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: foo-LAK-sai
Translations: to guard, to keep, to observe, to preserve, to watch, to protect
Notes: This word is an infinitive verb meaning 'to guard,' 'to keep,' 'to observe,' or 'to preserve.' It can be used in various contexts, such as guarding a person or place, keeping a commandment or law, or preserving something from harm. It implies careful attention and diligence.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΤΗΡΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ, ΦΡΟΥΡΕΩ
G0575
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: AH-po
Translations: from, away from, out of, off, (of), by, since, after
Notes: ἈΠΟ is a common Koine Greek preposition that primarily indicates separation, origin, or source. It is always used with the genitive case. It can mean 'from' or 'away from' a place or person, indicating movement away. It can also denote the cause or agent ('by'), or a temporal starting point ('since', 'after').
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἘΚ, ΠΑΡΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is cognate with English 'off' and 'of'.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tos
Translations: (of) all, (of) every, (of) whole, (of) each
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the adjective 'ΠΑΣ' (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. As a genitive form, it indicates possession or relationship, often translated with 'of'. It can refer to a part of a whole, or to the entirety of something. For example, 'of all things' or 'of every person'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G4487
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: RHE-mah-tos
Translations: of a word, of a saying, of a thing, of a matter
Notes: This word refers to a word, a saying, or a spoken utterance. It can also refer to a thing or a matter, especially something that has been spoken or declared. It is a compound word, derived from the verb 'to speak'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΛΟΓΟΥ, ΕΠΟΥΣ
Etymology: From the Greek verb ῥέω (rheō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to say'. It refers to that which is spoken or uttered.
G4190
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: po-nee-ROO
Translations: of evil, of wicked, of bad, of harmful
Notes: This word describes something that is evil, wicked, bad, or harmful in nature. It can refer to a person who is morally corrupt, an action that is malicious, or a thing that causes harm. It is often used to denote a quality of depravity or malevolence.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΚΑΚΟΣ, ΦΑΥΛΟΣ, ΑΝΟΜΟΣ
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAH-sees
Translations: of all, of every, of the whole
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all', 'every', or 'the whole'. It is used to describe a noun, indicating that the noun refers to the entirety of something or every instance of it. It agrees with the noun it modifies in gender, number, and case. In this form, it is used when referring to a singular feminine noun in the genitive case, often indicating possession or origin.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G1939
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ep-ee-thoo-MEE-as
Translations: of desire, of longing, of lust, of covetousness, of passion
Notes: This word refers to a strong desire, longing, or craving. It can be used in a neutral sense for any strong desire, but often carries a negative connotation, referring to lust, covetousness, or unbridled passion, especially in a moral or ethical context. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἘΠΙ (upon, over) and ΘΥΜΟΣ (passion, spirit).
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΟΡΕΞΙΣ, ΠΟΘΟΣ, ΗΔΟΝΗ
G4190
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: po-nee-RAS
Translations: of evil, of wicked, of bad, of a wicked thing, of a wicked person
Notes: This word describes something that is evil, wicked, or bad in a moral sense. It can refer to a person, an action, or a quality that is harmful or morally corrupt. It is often used to describe the nature of sin or those who commit it.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΚΑΚΟΣ, ΦΑΥΛΟΣ
G2511
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: kah-thah-REE-son
Translations: cleanse, purify, make clean
Notes: This word is a verb in the imperative mood, meaning 'cleanse' or 'purify'. It is a command directed at a single person, instructing them to make something or someone clean, pure, or free from defilement, whether physical, moral, or ceremonial. It can be used in contexts of ritual purification, moral cleansing, or simply making something physically clean.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Imperative, 2nd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΑΓΝΙΖΩ, ΕΚΚΑΘΑΙΡΩ
G2588
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: kar-DEE-an
Translations: heart, a heart
Notes: This word refers to the physical organ, the heart, but more commonly in Koine Greek, it signifies the center of a person's being, including their thoughts, emotions, will, and conscience. It is often used metaphorically to represent the inner self or the core of one's personality. It can be used in contexts like 'to set in one's heart' meaning to ponder or decide, or 'to speak to one's heart' meaning to comfort or encourage.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
G3153
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: mah-TAH-oh-mah-TON
Translations: of vanity, of futility, of emptiness, of uselessness
Notes: This word refers to something that is vain, futile, empty, or useless. It describes the state or result of being made vain or rendered ineffective. In a sentence, it would typically refer to things that are without purpose or substance, often in a negative sense, like 'the vanities of this world'. It is a compound word derived from 'μάταιος' (vain) and the suffix '-ωμα' (indicating a result or act).
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΜΑΤΑΙΟΤΗΣ, ΚΕΝΟΝ
G0165
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ahee-OH-nos
Translations: of an age, of an eternity, of a world, of time, of the world, of the age, of eternity
Notes: This word refers to a period of time, an age, or an eternity. It can also refer to the world or the universe, especially in the sense of the present world order or the world to come. In this genitive form, it often indicates possession or origin, meaning 'of an age' or 'of the world'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΧΡΟΝΟΥ, ΚΟΣΜΟΥ
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun
Sounds like: TOO-too
Translations: of this, of him, of it
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the demonstrative pronoun 'this' or 'he/she/it'. It indicates possession or origin, often translated as 'of this' or 'of him/it', and is used to point out something specific that has already been mentioned or is understood from context.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΥ
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: TOW-tah
Translations: these, these things
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'these' or 'these things'. It refers to something previously mentioned or understood from the context, pointing it out specifically. As a pronoun, it stands in place of a noun, while as an adjective, it modifies a noun.
Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ
G5442
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: foo-LAX-ace
Translations: you may guard, you may keep, you may observe, you may protect, you will guard, you will keep, you will observe, you will protect
Notes: This word is a verb meaning to guard, keep, observe, or protect. It can refer to guarding a person or thing, keeping a command or law, or observing a custom. It is used in contexts where careful attention, preservation, or adherence is required.
Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Aorist, Subjunctive, Active OR Second Person, Singular, Future, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΤΗΡΕΩ, ΦΥΛΑΚΗ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ
Etymology: The word ΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ comes from the noun φυλακή (phylakē), meaning 'a guarding' or 'a watch'.
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ES-tai
Translations: will be, shall be, there will be
Notes: This is the third person singular future active indicative form of the verb 'to be'. It indicates that something 'will be' or 'shall be' in the future. It can refer to a person (he/she/it will be) or an impersonal existence (there will be).
Inflection: Future, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person, Singular
G5046
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: TEH-li-ah
Translations: perfect, complete, mature, full-grown, an adult
Notes: This word describes something that is complete, perfect, or has reached its full potential or maturity. It can refer to a person who is fully developed or an action that is brought to its conclusion. It is often used in a moral or spiritual sense to denote perfection or completeness in character.
Inflection: Feminine, Nominative or Vocative, Singular
Synonyms: ΑΡΤΙΟΣ, ΟΛΟΚΛΗΡΟΣ
Etymology: From τέλος (telos), meaning 'end, goal, completion'. The adjective τέλειος thus refers to something that has reached its end or goal, hence 'complete' or 'perfect'.
G3779
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: OO-toh
Translations: thus, so, in this way, in like manner
Notes: This word is an adverb of manner, indicating how something is done or the way in which something occurs. It can also refer to the extent or degree of something. It is often used to introduce a consequence or a comparison, meaning 'in this way' or 'thus'. It is an older form of ΟΥΤΩΣ, and both forms are used interchangeably in Koine Greek.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΥΤΩΣ, ΩΣ
Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos, 'this'). It indicates 'in this manner' or 'thus', referring back to something previously mentioned or implied.
G4160
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: poy-EE-sace
Translations: you will make, you will do, you will create, you will perform
Notes: This word is the future tense, second person singular form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to make' or 'to do'. It indicates an action that the singular 'you' will perform in the future. It can be used in various contexts, such as making an object, doing an action, or performing a task.
Inflection: Future, Indicative, Active, 2nd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΕΙΣ, ΕΡΓΑΣΕΙΣ, ΤΕΛΕΣΕΙΣ
G4931
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: soon-teh-LEH-sas
Translations: having completed, having finished, having brought to an end, having accomplished
Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'συντελέω' (synteleō), meaning 'to complete' or 'to bring to an end'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed by the subject. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'τελέω' (teleō), meaning 'to complete' or 'to finish'.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative
Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΣΑΣ, ΕΚΤΕΛΕΣΑΣ, ΠΛΗΡΩΣΑΣ
G3588
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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.
G1125
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Part of Speech: Participle, Noun
Sounds like: ge-GRAH-meh-nah
Translations: written things, things written, what is written, the scriptures
Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle, neuter plural, of the verb 'γράφω' (graphō), meaning 'to write'. As a participle, it describes something that has been written. In its neuter plural form, it often functions as a noun, referring to 'the things that have been written' or 'what is written', commonly used to refer to sacred texts or scriptures.
Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative
Synonyms: ΒΙΒΛΙΑ, ΓΡΑΦΑΙ
Etymology: The word 'γράφω' (graphō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to scratch, to carve, to write'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages referring to drawing, engraving, or writing.
G1722
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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.
G1565
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: eh-KEE-nee
Translations: that, that one, she
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It is used to point to something distant in space or time, or to refer to something previously mentioned. It functions similarly to the English word 'that' and can modify a noun or stand alone as a pronoun.
Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Nominative
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ὉΔΕ
G3588
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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.
G2250
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: hay-MEH-rah
Translations: day, a day, time, a time, period, a period
Notes: This word refers to a day, which can mean either a 24-hour period or the daylight portion of a day, as opposed to night. It can also be used more broadly to refer to a specific time, season, or period. It is commonly used to mark the passage of time or to refer to a particular point in time.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'warm' or 'hot', referring to the warmth of the day.
G3522
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: nees-TEH-oo-eis
Translations: you fast, you are fasting
Notes: This word means to abstain from food, to fast, or to observe a fast. It describes the act of refraining from eating, often for religious or spiritual reasons. It is used when addressing a single person directly, indicating that 'you' are performing the action of fasting.
Inflection: 2nd Person, Singular, Present, Active, Indicative
G3367
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: MAY-den
Translations: nothing, no one, none, not even one
Notes: This word is a negative indefinite pronoun or adjective, meaning 'nothing' or 'no one'. It is the neuter form of the word 'ΜΗΔΕΙΣ'. It is used to express absolute negation, particularly in contexts involving prohibitions, commands, or with subjunctive and optative moods, indicating that something should not happen or does not exist under certain conditions. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'do nothing' or 'let nothing happen'.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, Vocative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΝ
Etymology: The word ΜΗΔΕΙΣ is a compound word formed from the negative particle ΜΗ (meaning 'not') and the numeral ΕΙΣ (meaning 'one'). It literally means 'not even one'.
G1089
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: GEV-see
Translations: taste, eat, partake of, experience
Notes: This word means to taste, to eat, or to partake of something. It can also be used metaphorically to mean to experience something, such as death or suffering. It is often used in contexts where someone is consuming food or drink, or experiencing a particular sensation.
Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Subjunctive, 2nd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΦΑΓΩ, ΠΙΝΩ
Etymology: From an assumed root meaning 'to taste'.
G0740
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: AR-ton
Translations: bread, a bread, loaf, a loaf, food
Notes: This word refers to bread, a loaf, or more generally, food. It is a common term used to describe sustenance. In a sentence, it would typically function as the direct object of a verb, indicating what is being eaten or provided.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΣΙΤΟΣ, ΒΡΩΜΑ
G5204
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: OO-dor
Translations: water, a water
Notes: This word refers to water, the essential liquid substance. It can be used to denote drinking water, a body of water like a river or sea, or even metaphorically in a spiritual sense. It is a common noun used in various contexts where water is present or implied.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words for water in many other Indo-European languages.
G1537
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: EK
Translations: out of, from, of
Notes: ἘΚ is a preposition meaning 'out of' or 'from,' indicating origin, source, or separation. It always governs the genitive case, meaning the noun or pronoun following it will be in the genitive form. It can also be used to express the cause or means by which something occurs.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἈΠΌ
Etymology: From a primary preposition, meaning 'out of' or 'from'. It is a fundamental word in Greek, indicating separation or origin.
G1035
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: eh-DES-mah-tohn
Translations: of food, of meats, of dishes, of delicacies
Notes: This word refers to food, especially prepared dishes, meats, or delicacies. It is used in a general sense to describe things that are eaten. In the provided examples, it appears in the genitive plural, indicating possession or origin, such as 'of the foods' or 'of the delicacies'.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΒΡΩΜΑ, ΣΙΤΙΟΝ, ΤΡΟΦΗ
G5607
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Part of Speech: Participle, Verb
Sounds like: OHN
Translations: being, who is, which is, he who is, they who are
Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'to be'. It describes a state of being or existence, often functioning like an adjective or a noun. It can be translated as 'being' or 'who is/are' depending on the context, referring to someone or something that is in a particular state or performing an action of being.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative
G5176
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: TROH-gayn
Translations: to eat, to chew, to gnaw
Notes: This word means 'to eat', 'to chew', or 'to gnaw'. It often implies a more literal or vigorous act of eating, sometimes suggesting a crunching or tearing action, as opposed to simply consuming food. It is used to describe the act of consuming food in general.
Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active
Synonyms: ΕΣΘΙΩ, ΦΑΓΩ
G4863
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: soom-psay-FEE-sas
Translations: having calculated together, having reckoned up, having counted up, having added up
Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'συμψηφίζω' (sympsēphizō). It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together,' and 'ψηφίζω' (psēphizō), meaning 'to count with pebbles' or 'to calculate.' Therefore, it means to calculate or reckon together, often implying a summing up or adding together of items. It describes an action completed in the past, leading to a present state or result.
Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Masculine, Nominative, Singular
Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΡΙΘΜΕΩ, ΣΥΝΛΟΓΙΖΟΜΑΙ
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: poh-SOH-tay-tah
Translations: quantity, amount, a quantity, an amount
Notes: This word refers to the measure or extent of something, indicating how much there is. It is used to describe the size or number of a collection or substance. For example, one might speak of the 'quantity' of food or water available.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΛΗΘΟΣ, ΜΕΓΕΘΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΠΟΣΟΤΗΤΑ (posotēta) is derived from the adjective πόσος (posos), meaning 'how much' or 'how great'. The suffix -της (-tēs) is used to form abstract nouns, indicating a state or quality.
G1159
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: da-PAH-nees
Translations: expense, cost, a cost, an expense
Notes: This word refers to an expense or cost, something that is spent or consumed. It is often used in contexts relating to financial outlays or the consumption of resources. For example, it could refer to the cost of a building project or the expenses incurred during a journey.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΞΟΔΟΣ, ΑΝΑΛΩΜΑ
G1565
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: eh-KEE-ness
Translations: of that, of her
Notes: This word is the genitive singular feminine form of the demonstrative pronoun/adjective 'ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ', meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It is used to point to something or someone distant in space or time, or to refer back to something previously mentioned. As a genitive form, it indicates possession, origin, or separation, often translated with 'of' or 'from'. When used as an adjective, it modifies a feminine noun in the genitive case. When used as a pronoun, it stands in for a feminine noun.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΟΔΕ
G2250
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: HEM-eh-ras
Translations: day, a day, of day, of a day, days
Notes: The word refers to a day, a period of 24 hours, or the daylight portion of a day. It is a feminine noun and can be used in various grammatical cases to indicate different relationships in a sentence. For example, it can denote a duration of time (e.g., 'three days') or a point in time (e.g., 'on that day').
Inflection: Feminine, Genitive Singular or Accusative Plural
G3588, G3739, G3778, G5101
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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
G4160
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: poy-EH-in
Translations: to do, to make, to produce, to create, to perform, to accomplish, to bring about
Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'ποιέω' (poieō), meaning 'to do' or 'to make'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek and can be used in a wide range of contexts, from physical actions like making something, to abstract actions like performing a deed or bringing something about. It often indicates the execution of an action or the creation of an object.
Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active
Synonyms: ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ
Etymology: The word 'ποιέω' (poieō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to an old root meaning 'to make' or 'to create'.
G1325
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: DOH-sees
Translations: you will give, you may give, you should give, that you give
Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to give'. It can be either a future tense verb, meaning 'you will give', or an aorist subjunctive verb, which expresses a potential action or a command, often translated as 'you may give' or 'you should give'. It is used when referring to a single person performing the action of giving.
Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Future Active Indicative or Aorist Active Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ
Etymology: The word δίδωμι (didomi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *deh₃- meaning 'to give'. It is a reduplicated present tense form, which emphasizes the ongoing or repeated nature of the action in some contexts.
G5503
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KHEE-rah
Translations: widow, a widow
Notes: This word refers to a woman whose husband has died and who has not remarried. In ancient societies, widows often faced significant social and economic vulnerability, and they are frequently mentioned in biblical texts as a group deserving of special care and protection. It is a feminine noun.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Etymology: The word ΧΗΡΑ (chēra) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to a root meaning 'empty' or 'bereft'.
G2228, G3588
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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.
G3737
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: or-fa-NO
Translations: orphan, an orphan, of orphans, to an orphan, to orphans
Notes: This word refers to an orphan, someone who has lost one or both parents. It can also refer to someone who is fatherless or without a protector. In the provided examples, it appears in the genitive plural form meaning 'of orphans' and in the dative singular form meaning 'to an orphan' or 'upon an orphan'. It is a compound word, though its components are not immediately obvious from the Greek.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine; or Plural, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΑΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΟΣ, ΑΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΕΥΤΟΣ
G5302
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: yoos-teh-roo-MEH-noh
Translations: lacking, being in need, being deficient, being behind, falling short, being inferior, suffering want, being in want, being destitute
Notes: This word is a present passive participle, indicating someone or something that is currently lacking, in need, or falling short. It describes a state of deficiency or inferiority. It can be used to refer to someone who is poor or in want, or something that is incomplete or insufficient.
Inflection: Present, Passive, Participle, Dative, Singular, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΕΝΔΕΗΣ, ΠΤΩΧΟΣ, ΕΛΑΤΤΩΝ
G5013
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: tah-pee-noh-froh-nee-SEES
Translations: you will be humble-minded, you will think humbly, you will humble yourself
Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to be humble-minded, to think humbly, or to humble oneself. It describes the act of having a low or modest opinion of oneself, often in a spiritual or moral sense. It is used to express the future action of someone adopting a humble attitude or mindset.
Inflection: Future, Indicative, Active, Second Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΤΑΠΕΙΝΟΩ, ΣΩΦΡΟΝΕΩ
G1722
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb
Sounds like: EN
Translations: in, on, among, by, with, at, into, to, for, toward, during, through, a, an
Notes: This word is a very common preposition in Koine Greek, meaning 'in', 'on', 'among', 'by', or 'with'. It is used to indicate location, time, or means. When used with the dative case, it typically means 'in', 'on', 'at', or 'among'. When used with the accusative case, it indicates motion 'into' or 'to' a place, or a purpose 'for' something. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'therein' or 'within'.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition). Governs the dative or accusative case.
Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ, ΔΙΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en, meaning 'in'. It is a very ancient and fundamental preposition.
G5012
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: tah-pee-noh-froh-soo-NES
Translations: (of) humility, (of) lowliness of mind, (of) modesty
Notes: This word refers to the quality of humility or lowliness of mind. It describes a modest and humble disposition, often in contrast to pride or arrogance. It is a compound word formed from 'ταπεινός' (tapeinos), meaning 'lowly' or 'humble', and 'φρήν' (phren), meaning 'mind' or 'understanding'. It is used to describe a state of mind that is not self-exalting.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΟΤΗΣ, ΕΠΙΕΙΚΕΙΑ
Etymology: The word is a compound of two Greek terms: 'ταπεινός' (tapeinos), meaning 'lowly' or 'humble', and 'φρήν' (phren), meaning 'mind' or 'understanding'. It literally means 'low-mindedness' or 'humble-mindedness'.
G2983
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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)
Sounds like: ee-LAY-fohs
Translations: having taken, having received, having gotten, who has taken, who has received, who has gotten
Notes: This word is the perfect active participle of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed in the past and has ongoing results. It can be translated as 'having taken' or 'having received', often implying a state resulting from that action. For example, 'the one having received' or 'he who has taken'.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Perfect, Active, Participle
Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΚΤΩΜΑΙ
Etymology: The root verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to grasp' or 'to take'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek and has cognates in other Indo-European languages.
G1705
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: em-PLEH-see
Translations: filling, satisfaction, satiety, a filling, a satisfaction, a satiety
Notes: This word refers to the act of filling or satisfying, often in the context of hunger, desire, or need. It denotes the state of being full or content, or the process of achieving that state. It can be used to describe the satisfaction of physical hunger or the fulfillment of a spiritual or emotional need.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΛΗΣΜΟΝΗ, ΚΟΡΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΕΜΠΛΗΣΙΣ (emplēsis) is derived from the verb ΕΜΠΙΠΛΗΜΙ (empimplēmi), meaning 'to fill up' or 'to satisfy'. It combines the prefix ΕΝ- (en-), meaning 'in' or 'into', with the root ΠΛΗ- (plē-), related to fullness.
G1438
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Part of Speech: Reflexive Pronoun
Sounds like: eh-ah-TOO
Translations: (of) himself, (of) herself, (of) itself, (of) themselves
Notes: This word is a reflexive pronoun, meaning it refers back to the subject of the sentence. It indicates that the action of the verb is directed back to the one performing it. For example, 'he washed himself'. It is a compound word formed from the personal pronoun 'αὐτός' (autos) and the reflexive pronoun 'ἑαυτοῦ' (heautou).
Inflection: Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter. It can also be used for Feminine or Plural contexts, though the specific form 'ΕΑΥΤΟΥ' is genitive singular masculine/neuter.
Etymology: From the combination of the personal pronoun 'αὐτός' (autos, 'self') and the reflexive pronoun 'ἑαυτοῦ' (heautou, 'of self').
G5590
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: PSY-khen
Translations: soul, a soul, life, a life, mind, a mind, self, a self
Notes: This word refers to the soul, the principle of life, or the inner self. It can denote a person's life, their mind, or their spiritual essence. It is often used to describe the seat of emotions, desires, and affections, and can also refer to the individual person themselves.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΖΩΗ, ΠΝΕΥΜΑ
Etymology: From a root meaning 'to breathe', referring to the breath as the principle of life. It is related to the verb ψύχω (psycho), meaning 'to breathe, to blow'.
G2172
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: YOOKH-tay
Translations: he may pray, he may vow, he may wish, he may make a vow
Notes: This is a verb meaning to pray, to vow, or to wish. It is used to describe the act of making a solemn promise or an earnest request, often to a deity. It can also refer to expressing a strong desire for something to happen.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Present, Middle Voice, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΥΧΟΜΑΙ, ΔΕΟΜΑΙ
G5228
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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'.
G4314
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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
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TON
Translations: the
Notes: This word is the masculine singular accusative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a particular masculine noun that is the direct object of a verb or preposition. For example, it would be used in phrases like 'he saw the man' or 'towards the God'.
Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Accusative
Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed to function as a marker of definiteness in Greek.
G2962
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KOO-ree-on
Translations: Lord, a Lord, master, a master, owner, an owner
Notes: This word means 'Lord,' 'master,' or 'owner.' It is frequently used in ancient Greek texts, including the New Testament, to refer to God or Jesus Christ, or to a human master or owner. As an accusative singular form, it typically functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition, indicating 'the Lord' or 'a Lord' as the recipient of an action.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΘΕΟΣ
G5055
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: teh-LEH-sees
Translations: you may complete, you may finish, you may accomplish, you may fulfill, you may perform, you may pay
Notes: This word is a verb meaning to bring something to an end, to complete, to finish, or to accomplish a task. It can also mean to perform a duty or to pay a debt. It is used to describe the successful conclusion of an action or process.
Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΩ, ΠΛΗΡΟΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ
Etymology: The word τελέω (teleō) comes from τέλος (telos), meaning 'end' or 'goal'. It signifies the bringing of something to its intended conclusion or fulfillment.
G5613
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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.
G1781
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: en-teh-LAH-mayn
Translations: I commanded, I instructed, I charged, I ordered
Notes: This word means to command, instruct, or give an order. It is used to express the act of issuing a directive or a charge to someone. It implies a formal or authoritative instruction.
Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Indicative, 1st Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΚΕΛΕΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ, ΔΙΑΤΑΣΣΩ
Etymology: The word ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΕΝ (en), meaning 'in' or 'on', and the verb ΤΕΛΛΩ (tellō), meaning 'to accomplish' or 'to bring to an end'. Thus, it originally conveyed the idea of 'to put an end to something' or 'to complete something', evolving into the sense of giving a command to ensure something is done.
G2378
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: thoo-SEE-ah
Translations: sacrifice, an offering, a sacrifice, an offering
Notes: This word refers to a sacrifice or an offering, typically something presented to a deity as an act of worship, atonement, or thanksgiving. It often involved the killing of an animal or the presentation of other valuable items. It is used in contexts describing religious rituals and offerings made to God or gods.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΦΟΡΑ, ΔΩΡΟΝ
Etymology: From θύω (thýō, "to sacrifice"). It refers to the act or result of sacrificing.
G1184
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: DEK-tee
Translations: acceptable, pleasing, welcome, an acceptable (thing/person)
Notes: This word describes something that is acceptable, pleasing, or welcome. It is often used in a religious context to refer to offerings, prayers, or actions that are favorably received by God. It can also describe a person or a time that is favorable or opportune.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΥΑΡΕΣΤΟΣ, ΠΡΟΣΔΕΚΤΟΣ
Etymology: From the verb δέχομαι (dechomai), meaning 'to receive' or 'to accept'.
G1458
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: eng-GRAF-os
Translations: written, inscribed, recorded
Notes: This word describes something that has been put into writing or formally recorded. It refers to something that is 'on record' or 'inscribed'. It is used to qualify a noun, indicating that the noun is in a written form.
Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine or Feminine
Synonyms: ΓΕΓΡΑΜΜΕΝΟΣ, ΓΡΑΠΤΟΣ
Etymology: This word is a compound of the prefix 'ἐν' (en), meaning 'in' or 'on', and the verb 'γράφω' (grapho), meaning 'to write'.
G3009
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ly-too-oor-GHEE-ah
Translations: ministry, service, public service, public worship, liturgy, ministration, a ministry, a service
Notes: This word refers to a public service or ministry, often with a religious or official connotation. It can describe the performance of duties, especially those related to worship or the administration of a community. It is a compound word formed from 'λαός' (laos, meaning 'people') and 'ἔργον' (ergon, meaning 'work'), literally 'work of the people'.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΔΙΑΚΟΝΙΑ, ΥΠΗΡΕΣΙΑ, ΕΡΓΟΝ
Etymology: From Ancient Greek λειτουργία (leitourgía), meaning 'public service, public work', from λειτουργός (leitourgós, 'public servant'), from λαός (laós, 'people') + ἔργον (érgon, 'work').
G2038
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: er-ga-ZO-me-nee
Translations: working, doing, performing, producing, earning, a working one, a doing one
Notes: This word is a present participle, meaning 'working' or 'doing'. It describes an action that is ongoing. It can be used to describe someone who is actively engaged in a task, or something that is producing a result. For example, it could refer to a person who is working, or a city that is producing something.
Inflection: Singular, Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Feminine, Nominative
Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΔΡΑΩ
Etymology: The word ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ (ergazomai) comes from the noun ἔργον (ergon), meaning 'work' or 'deed'. It signifies the act of performing work or labor.
G2431
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: hee-LAH-rah
Translations: cheerful, joyful, glad, merry, a cheerful one
Notes: This word describes something or someone as cheerful, joyful, or glad. It is used to express a state of happiness or a disposition that is bright and pleasant. It can modify nouns to indicate that they possess this quality, such as 'cheerful giving' or 'joyful songs'.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΥΦΡΩΝ, ΧΑΡΜΟΣΥΝΟΣ
Etymology: The word ἱλαρός (hilaros) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *selh₂- meaning 'to be gracious, to be kind'. It is related to words signifying propitiation or appeasement.
G2076
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ES-tee
Translations: is, he is, she is, it is, there is
Notes: This word is the third person singular present indicative form of the verb 'to be'. It is used to express existence, identity, or a state of being. For example, it can mean 'he is', 'she is', 'it is', or simply 'is' in a sentence.
Inflection: Third person, Singular, Present, Indicative, Active
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is cognate with the English word 'is' and Latin 'est'.
G2144
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: yoo-pros-DEK-tos
Translations: acceptable, well-pleasing, welcome, agreeable
Notes: This word is a compound adjective meaning 'well-received' or 'fully acceptable'. It describes something that is pleasing or agreeable, often in a spiritual context, indicating favor or approval. It can be used to describe offerings, service, or actions that are pleasing to God or to others.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΕΚΤΟΣ, ΕΥΑΡΕΣΤΟΣ
Etymology: This word is a compound of three elements: ΕΥ̓ (eu, 'well'), ΠΡΟΣ (pros, 'to, toward'), and ΔΕΚΤΟΣ (dektos, 'accepted, welcome'). It literally means 'well-accepted toward'.
G2962
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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
G5083
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: tay-RAY-sace
Translations: you will keep, you will guard, you will observe, you will preserve
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to keep,' 'to guard,' 'to observe,' or 'to preserve.' It is used to describe the act of maintaining something, whether it be a command, a person, or a state of being. For example, it can refer to keeping laws, guarding prisoners, or preserving a tradition.
Inflection: Future, Active, Indicative, Second Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ, ΔΙΑΤΗΡΕΩ, ΣΥΝΤΗΡΕΩ
G4727
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Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective
Sounds like: STEH-nohn
Translations: groaning, sighing, a groaning, a sighing, lamenting, a lamenting
Notes: The word "ΤΕΝΩΝ" appears to be a misspelling or typo of "ΣΤΕΝΩΝ" (STENON), which is a present active participle of the verb "ΣΤΕΝΩ" (STENO). It describes the action of groaning, sighing, or lamenting. It can function as a verb, indicating someone is groaning, or as an adjective, describing someone who is groaning or in a state of lament. For example, it can be used to say 'he groans' or 'the groaning one'.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Present, Active, Participle
Synonyms: ΟΔΥΡΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΟΠΤΟΜΕΝΟΣ
G3650
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: O-LOO
Translations: of whole, of all, of every, of the whole, of the entire
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the adjective 'ΟΛΟΣ' (holos), meaning 'whole' or 'all'. In this genitive case, it indicates possession or relation, often translated as 'of the whole' or 'of all'. It is used to describe something that pertains to the entirety of a thing or group.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΠΑΝΤΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G3624
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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.
G5083
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: tay-RAY-sas
Translations: having kept, having observed, having guarded, having preserved
Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'τηρέω' (tereō), meaning 'to keep,' 'to observe,' 'to guard,' or 'to preserve.' As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed prior to the main verb's action, often functioning adverbially to indicate the means or circumstance by which something else occurs, or adjectivally to describe a noun. It implies a completed act of keeping or guarding.
Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Masculine, Nominative, Singular
Synonyms: ΦΥΛΑΞΑΣ, ΕΦΥΛΑΞΕΝ, ΕΦΥΛΑΞΑ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: ow-TAH
Translations: them, these things, it, the same
Notes: This word is an inflection of the pronoun/adjective 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ' (autos). In this form, it functions as a neuter plural pronoun, meaning 'them' or 'these things', referring to inanimate objects or concepts. It can also be used as an adjective meaning 'the same'. It typically serves as the subject or direct object of a verb.
Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΙ, ἘΚΕΙΝΑ
G3107
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: mah-KAH-ree-os
Translations: blessed, happy, fortunate, a blessed one, a happy one, a fortunate one
Notes: This word describes someone who is blessed, happy, or fortunate. It often refers to a state of inner well-being and contentment, particularly a happiness that comes from divine favor or a favorable condition. It can be used to describe individuals who are divinely favored or those who experience a deep sense of joy and fulfillment.
Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine
Synonyms: ΕΥΛΟΓΗΤΟΣ, ΕΥΔΑΙΜΩΝ, ΟΛΒΙΟΣ
Etymology: The word 'μακάριος' (makarios) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to 'μάκαρ' (makar), meaning 'blessed' or 'happy'. It describes a state of blessedness or happiness, often associated with the gods or those favored by them.
G3745
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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.
G0191
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: ah-koo-SAN-tes
Translations: having heard, hearing, listening, having listened
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to hear'. It describes an action of hearing or listening that has already occurred or is ongoing, often functioning like an adjective or adverb in a sentence. It can indicate a cause or a preceding action.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΠΥΝΘΑΝΟΜΑΙ, ἘΠΑΚΟΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ
G5083
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: tay-RAY-soh-see
Translations: they may keep, they may observe, they may guard, they may preserve
Notes: This word means to keep, observe, guard, or preserve. It implies a careful and watchful attention to something, whether it's a command, a person, or a thing. It can be used in contexts of obeying laws, protecting something valuable, or maintaining a state.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Subjunctive, Active
Synonyms: ΦΥΛΑΣΣΩ, ΕΧΩ, ΚΡΑΤΕΩ
G3107
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ma-KA-ri-oy
Translations: blessed, happy, fortunate
Notes: This word describes someone who is in a state of spiritual well-being, divinely favored, or supremely fortunate. It is often used to describe those who receive God's favor or are in a state of inner contentment and joy, regardless of external circumstances. It can be used to describe individuals or groups.
Inflection: Nominative, Plural, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΕΥΛΟΓΗΤΟΣ, ΟΛΒΙΟΣ, ΕΥΤΥΧΗΣ
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-SON-tai
Translations: they will be, they shall be
Notes: This word is the third person plural future indicative form of the verb 'to be'. It signifies that a group of subjects will exist or will be in a particular state or condition at some point in the future. It is used to express future existence, identity, or a future state of being for multiple entities.
Inflection: Future, Indicative, Third Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a very ancient and fundamental verb in the Greek language, tracing its origins back to the earliest stages of the Indo-European language family.
G0154
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ai-TAY-sohn-tai
Translations: they ask, they may ask, they demand, they may demand, they request, they may request
Notes: This is a verb form indicating an action of asking, demanding, or requesting. It is used when a group of people (they) are performing this action, often with an implication of a future or potential action, or as a purpose/result clause.
Inflection: Third Person Plural, Aorist, Subjunctive, Middle Voice
Synonyms: ἘΡΩΤΑΩ, ΖΗΤΕΩ
G2983
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: LEEP-son-tai
Translations: they will take, they will receive, they will get, they will obtain
Notes: This word is a future tense form of the verb ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. It indicates an action that will happen in the future, specifically that a group of people ('they') will perform the action of taking or receiving something. It is commonly used in contexts where someone is acquiring or coming into possession of something.
Inflection: Third person, Plural, Future, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice
Synonyms: ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ
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