2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: DEH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΑΛΛΑ

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

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'.

G0032

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ANG-geh-los

Translations: angel, a angel, messenger, a messenger

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΞ, ΔΙΑΚΟΝΟΣ

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

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOO-ree-OO

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΘΕΟΣ, ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ

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

G4735

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: steh-FAH-noo

Translations: of a crown, of a wreath, of a garland, of a victor's crown, of a reward

Notes: This word refers to a crown, wreath, or garland, often symbolizing victory, honor, or royalty. It can also refer to the reward or prize given to a victor in a contest. As a genitive form, it indicates possession or relationship, meaning 'of a crown' or 'belonging to a crown'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΔΗΜΑ, ΚΟΡΩΝΑ

Etymology: The word ΣΤΕΦΑΝΟΣ comes from the verb στέφω (stephō), meaning 'to encircle' or 'to crown'. It is related to the idea of something that encircles the head.

G5342

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: en-ekh-THEE-nai

Translations: to be brought, to be carried, to be borne

Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb φέρω (pherō), meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'. As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun, often translated with 'to be' followed by a past participle. The passive voice indicates that the subject of the action is receiving the action, rather than performing it. The aorist tense indicates a simple, completed action without emphasis on duration.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΓΩ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ

G2532

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G5616

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: OH-say

Translations: as if, as, like, about, approximately, some, nearly

Notes: ΩΣΕΙ is an adverb or conjunction used to indicate comparison, approximation, or similarity. It can mean "as if," "like," "about," or "approximately." It is often used to describe a quantity or duration that is not exact, or to introduce a hypothetical situation.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΠΕΡΙΠΟΥ

Etymology: From the Greek word ὡς (hōs), meaning "as" or "like," combined with the particle εἰ (ei), meaning "if."

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-go-NO-tes

Translations: having become, having come into being, having happened, having been born, having been made

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to come into being,' or 'to happen.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed in the past and has ongoing relevance. It can be translated in various ways depending on the context, often indicating a state of having become or having happened.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine, Perfect Active Participle

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΙ, ΕΓΕΝΟΝΤΟ

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOOS

Translations: the, them, those

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

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

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

G1929

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ee-deh-DOH-koh-tas

Translations: having given, having delivered, having handed over, having yielded, having surrendered

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle, meaning "having given" or "having delivered." It describes an action that has been completed in the past and has ongoing results. It is often used to describe someone who has handed something over or yielded something. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, and can also be used substantively (as a noun).

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

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.

G2590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kar-PON

Translations: fruit, a fruit, produce, crop, result, profit

Notes: This word refers to the fruit or produce of plants, trees, or the earth. It can also be used metaphorically to describe the result, outcome, or profit of actions or endeavors. In the provided examples, it refers to the literal fruit of plants.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΗΜΑ, ΕΚΒΑΣΙΣ, ΑΠΟΒΑΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΡΠΟΣ (karpos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek or related to a root meaning 'to pluck' or 'to gather'.

G5100

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE-nah

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

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

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

G1519

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EES

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G5515

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: KHLO-ras

Translations: green, fresh, pale green, verdant

Notes: This word describes something as being green, fresh, or verdant, like new growth or vegetation. It can also refer to a pale green or yellowish-green color, sometimes associated with paleness in complexion. It is used to describe the state or color of a noun.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΣΙΝΟΣ, ΝΕΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΧΛΩΡΟΣ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'yellow, green'. It is related to words in other languages referring to colors like yellow, green, or pale.

G3361

Part of Speech: Particle, Adverb

Sounds like: MAY

Translations: not, lest, no, do not

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G1325

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: DOOS

Translations: giving, having given, a giver, one who gives

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to give'. It describes someone or something that is in the act of giving, or has already given. It can function like an adjective, modifying a noun, or like an adverb, describing the manner of an action. For example, it could be used in a phrase like 'the man giving the gift' or 'he spoke, giving a warning'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΧΩΝ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOYS

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

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

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

G4973

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: sfra-GHEE-das

Translations: seal, a seal, signet, a signet

Notes: This word refers to a seal or a signet, which was an object used to make an impression, often in wax or clay, to authenticate documents, secure property, or signify ownership. It could also refer to the impression itself. In ancient times, seals were commonly used as a mark of authority or a symbol of a covenant.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΗΜΕΙΟΝ, ΤΥΠΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΦΡΑΓΙΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek or from an unknown root.

G2192

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-khon

Translations: had, were having, possessed, held

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past. It can be used to indicate possession, a state of being, or to describe an action that was happening over a period of time in the past. For example, 'they had' or 'they were holding'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΤΩΜΑΙ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΛΑΜΒΑΝΟΜΑΙ

G3022

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: LEF-kon

Translations: white, bright, shining, a white thing

Notes: This word describes something as being white or bright in color. It can also refer to something that is shining or radiant. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, agreeing with it in gender, number, and case.

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

Synonyms: ΦΑΕΙΝΟΣ, ΛΑΜΠΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΛΕΥΚΟΣ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'light' or 'bright'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also refer to light or whiteness.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun, Interjection

Sounds like: OY

Translations: the, who, they, oh

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

Inflection: Masculine, Plural, Nominative

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

G4198

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: por-YOO-meh-noy

Translations: going, walking, traveling, journeying, those who are going, those who are walking

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, meaning 'going' or 'walking'. It describes an ongoing action of movement. It can be used to refer to individuals who are in the process of moving from one place to another, often implying a journey or a specific direction. For example, it might describe 'those who are going' or 'people who are walking'.

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

Synonyms: ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΟΔΕΥΩ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G5613

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: OHS

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣΠΕΡ, ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣΑΝΕΙ

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-LAH-bon

Translations: I took, they took, I received, they received, I seized, they seized

Notes: This word is the aorist active indicative form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take', 'to receive', or 'to seize'. The ending '-ον' indicates that it can be either the first person singular ('I took/received/seized') or the third person plural ('they took/received/seized'). The aorist tense describes a simple, completed action in the past, without emphasis on its duration or repetition. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'they took the book' or 'I received the message'.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

G630

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-LYOO-seh

Translations: he released, he set free, he sent away, he dismissed, he divorced

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to release, set free, send away, or dismiss. It can also mean to divorce, especially in the context of a husband divorcing his wife. It is used to describe the act of letting someone or something go, either physically or legally. For example, it could be used when a judge releases a prisoner, or when a person sends a messenger away.

Inflection: Aorist Indicative Active, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΕΞΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩ, ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΟΠΙΣΩ

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

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: toh

Translations: the

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

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

G1473

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-GOH

Translations: I, me

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

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Nominative

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

G5217

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-PAH-goh

Translations: go away, depart, go, withdraw

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ὑπό (hypo, "under" or "away") and the verb ἄγω (ago, "to lead" or "to go"). It means to go away, depart, or withdraw, often with the implication of going to a specific place or for a specific purpose. It is frequently used in the New Testament to describe Jesus telling someone to go or departing himself.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ὑπό (hypó, "under, away") and ἄγω (ágō, "to lead, to go"). The combination signifies movement away or departure.

G2531

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: KAH-thohss

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑ

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

G0514

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: AX-ee-os

Translations: worthy, deserving, fit, suitable, a worthy one, a deserving one

Notes: This word describes something or someone as being worthy, deserving, or suitable for a particular purpose, action, or reward. It can be used to express that someone is 'worthy of' something, often followed by a genitive case, or 'deserving of' a certain fate or honor. It implies a correspondence between the quality of a person or thing and what is due to them.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine. This adjective can inflect for gender (masculine, feminine, neuter), number (singular, plural), and case (nominative, genitive, dative, accusative).

Synonyms: ΕΥΛΟΓΗΤΟΣ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ, ΕΥΠΡΕΠΗΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΞΙΟΣ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to drive, to weigh'. It is related to the idea of balance and weighing, thus leading to the concept of worth or value.

G5101

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

Sounds like: TEES

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

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

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

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

G2730

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-toy-KAYN

Translations: to dwell, to inhabit, to reside, to live

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb ΚΑΤΟΙΚΕΩ. It means to dwell, inhabit, or reside in a place. It is often used to describe someone living in a house, city, or country, or even a spiritual dwelling. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (KATA), meaning 'down' or 'in', and the verb ΟΙΚΕΩ (OIKEŌ), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to live'.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΕΩ, ΕΝΟΙΚΕΩ, ΠΑΡΟΙΚΕΩ

Etymology: The verb ΚΑΤΟΙΚΕΩ is a compound of the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (KATA), meaning 'down' or 'in', and the verb ΟΙΚΕΩ (OIKEŌ), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to live'. It literally means 'to dwell down' or 'to settle in'.

G1960

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ep-ee-meh-LOHS

Translations: carefully, diligently, assiduously, accurately

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'carefully' or 'diligently'. It describes an action performed with great attention to detail and thoroughness. It can be used to emphasize the precision or earnestness with which something is done.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΚΡΙΒΩΣ, ΣΠΟΥΔΑΙΩΣ

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙΜΕΛΩΣ (epimelōs) is derived from the adjective ἘΠΙΜΕΛΗΣ (epimelēs), meaning 'careful' or 'diligent', which itself comes from the verb ἘΠΙΜΕΛΕΟΜΑΙ (epimeleomai), meaning 'to take care of'.

G0991

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: BLEH-peh

Translations: see, look, behold, perceive, beware, take heed, consider

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to see' or 'to look'. It can also mean 'to perceive' or 'to understand'. In some contexts, it carries the sense of 'to beware' or 'to take heed', especially when used as an imperative. It is often used to direct attention to something or to warn someone.

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

Synonyms: ΟΡΑΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ, ΕΙΔΟΝ

Etymology: The etymology of ΒΛΕΠΩ is uncertain, but it is thought to be of pre-Greek origin.

G3928

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-EL-thay

Translations: pass by, pass away, go by, come, pass through, neglect, disregard

Notes: This word means to pass by, to go past, or to come to an end. It can refer to time passing, events concluding, or people moving past a location. It can also imply neglecting or disregarding something. In the provided examples, it refers to time passing or an event concluding, such as a people passing through or wrath passing away.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist, Subjunctive, Active

Synonyms: ΔΙΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G5346

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PHAY-sin

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΕΡΩ

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

G1437

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: eh-AHN

Translations: if, when, whenever, although

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΙ, ὍΤΑΝ

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

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEE

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G2379

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: thoo-see-as-TEE-ree-on

Translations: altar, an altar

Notes: This word refers to an altar, a raised structure or place on which sacrifices or offerings are made to a deity. It is typically used in religious contexts to denote the sacred place where rituals involving offerings take place.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word "ΘΥΣΙΑΣΤΗΡΙΟΝ" (thysiastērion) is derived from "θυσιάζω" (thysiazō), meaning 'to sacrifice', which in turn comes from "θυσία" (thysia), meaning 'sacrifice' or 'offering'. It literally means 'place of sacrifice'.

G1381

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doh-kee-MAH-soh

Translations: I will test, I will prove, I will examine, I will approve, I will discern

Notes: This verb means to test, prove, or examine something or someone, often with the intention of determining its genuineness, quality, or fitness for a purpose. It can also imply the act of approving something after it has been tested, or discerning its true nature. It is used to describe a process of evaluation.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΡΑΖΩ, ΕΞΕΤΑΖΩ, ΔΙΑΚΡΙΝΩ

G4166

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: poy-MAYN

Translations: shepherd, a shepherd, pastor, a pastor

Notes: This word refers to a person who tends, feeds, or guards flocks of sheep, goats, or other livestock. Figuratively, it can also refer to a leader or guide, especially in a spiritual sense, like a pastor or overseer of a congregation. It is used to describe someone who cares for and protects others.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΙΠΟΙΜΗΝ, ΕΠΙΣΚΟΠΟΣ

Etymology: From an assumed primary verb ποιμάω (poimaō), meaning 'to shepherd'. It is related to the concept of feeding and tending.

G0846

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.

G1519, G1487, G1488

Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Verb

Sounds like: E

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

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

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

G3004

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'.

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOH

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

G3584

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: xee-RAH

Translations: dry, withered, dry land, a dry land

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'dry' or 'withered'. It is often used substantively as a noun to refer to 'dry land' or 'the dry ground', in contrast to the sea or water. For example, one might speak of coming ashore onto the dry land.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΥΧΜΗΡΟΣ, ΑΝΥΔΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word comes from an ancient root meaning 'to dry' or 'to parch'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages with similar meanings.

G0611

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-kree-THEIS

Translations: having answered, answering, replied, having replied

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle of the verb 'to answer' or 'to reply'. It describes an action that has already occurred, often translated as 'having answered' or 'having replied'. It is typically used to introduce a statement or action that is a response to something previously said or done, functioning adverbially to describe the manner or timing of the main verb.

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

Synonyms: ΕἸΠΩΝ, ΛΕΓΩΝ

G1186

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DEN-dron

Translations: tree, a tree

Notes: This word refers to a tree, a large woody plant with a trunk and branches. It is commonly used in the New Testament and other Koine Greek texts to describe literal trees, but can also be used metaphorically, for example, to represent a person or a lineage. It is a neuter noun.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΞΥΛΟΝ, ΦΥΤΟΝ

Etymology: The word "δένδρον" (dendron) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *drew- or *deru-, meaning "tree" or "wood." It is related to words for tree in many other Indo-European languages.

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toh

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΣ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

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

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: fee-LO-zo-on

Translations: animal-loving, fond of living things, fond of animals, life-loving, vital

Notes: This is a compound adjective formed from "φίλος" (philos, meaning "loving" or "dear") and "ζῷον" (zōon, meaning "animal" or "living thing"). It describes something or someone that is fond of animals or living things, or that has a strong love for life itself. It can be used to describe a person who cares for animals, or a species that thrives and is resilient.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word ΦΙΛΟΖΩΟΝ is a compound of two Greek words: ΦΙΛΟΣ (philos), meaning 'loving' or 'dear', and ΖΩΟΝ (zōon), meaning 'animal' or 'living thing'. It describes a characteristic of being fond of living beings.

G1085

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GEH-nos

Translations: race, kind, family, nation, offspring, stock, a race, a kind

Notes: This word refers to a group of people or things sharing a common origin, characteristic, or lineage. It can denote a family, a nation, a race, a species, or a type. It is often used to describe a lineage or descent, such as 'the race of Israel' or 'the family of David'. It can also refer to a general category or kind of something.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΦΥΛΗ, ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΣΠΕΡΜΑ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵenh₁- meaning 'to produce, beget, give birth'. It is related to words like 'genesis' and 'generation' in English.

G3767

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OON

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ἈΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥ͂Ν

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

G2435

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ik-MAH-dah

Translations: moisture, a moisture, sap, a sap, juice, a juice, dampness, a dampness

Notes: This word refers to moisture, sap, or juice, often in the context of plants or the ground. It describes the liquid content or dampness present in something, essential for life or growth. It is typically used to denote a vital fluid or a state of being moist.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΥΓΡΑΣΙΑ, ΔΡΟΣΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἸΚΜΑΣ (ikmas) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to be moist' or 'to flow'.

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

Sounds like: AI

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

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

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

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

G4464

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: RAHB-doy

Translations: rods, staves, sticks, scepters

Notes: This word refers to a rod, staff, or stick. It can be used for various purposes, such as a walking stick, a tool for discipline or punishment, or as a symbol of authority, like a scepter. In the provided examples, it appears in the plural form, referring to multiple rods or staves.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΞΥΛΑ, ΒΑΚΤΗΡΙΑ

Etymology: The word ῥάβδος (rhabdos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It refers generally to a stick or rod.

G3985

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pei-RAH-so-men

Translations: let us test, let us try, let us examine, let us tempt

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to test, try, or examine. It can also mean to tempt, especially in a moral or spiritual sense. It is often used to describe the act of putting someone or something to the test to determine its quality, strength, or loyalty. In some contexts, it implies an attempt to discover something through experience or trial.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Subjunctive, Active

Synonyms: ΔΟΚΙΜΑΖΩ, ΕΞΕΤΑΖΩ, ΒΑΣΑΝΙΖΩ

G3886

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-KHEH-een

Translations: to pour out, to pour beside, to pour over, to shed

Notes: This word describes the action of pouring a liquid, often with the nuance of pouring it alongside, over, or out of something. It can be used in contexts where a substance is being dispensed or spilled. As an infinitive, it functions as a verbal noun, indicating the action itself.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΚΧΕΩ, ΕΠΙΧΕΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek παρά (pará, 'beside, by') and χέω (khéō, 'to pour'). It literally means 'to pour beside' or 'to pour along'.

G2147

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-reh-THEH-soh-my

Translations: I will be found, to be found

Notes: This word is the first person singular, future, indicative, passive form of the verb 'εὑρίσκω' (heuriskō), meaning 'to find' or 'to discover'. Therefore, 'εὑρεθήσομαι' translates to 'I will be found' or 'I shall be found'. It describes an action that will happen to the speaker in the future, where they are the recipient of the action of being found or discovered.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ, ΑΠΟΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ

G0293

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-meh-LEES

Translations: careless, negligent, heedless, a careless person, a negligent person

Notes: This word describes someone who is careless, negligent, or heedless. It implies a lack of attention or concern for duties, responsibilities, or important matters. It can be used to describe a person who neglects their obligations or is indifferent to potential consequences.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ἈΠΡΟΣΕΚΤΟΣ, ἈΦΡΟΝΤΙΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word Ἀμελής (amelēs) comes from the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'not' or 'without', and the root μέλει (melei), meaning 'it is a care' or 'it concerns'. Thus, it literally means 'without care' or 'unconcerned'.

G2476

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: es-TAH-thay

Translations: stood, was stood, was set, was established, was appointed, was made to stand

Notes: This is the third person singular, aorist passive indicative form of the verb ἵστημι (histēmi). It means 'he/she/it stood' or 'he/she/it was stood/set/established'. It describes an action that happened in the past and was completed, often implying that the subject was made to stand or was placed in a certain position by an external agent.

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

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΘΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

G2064

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EEL-thon

Translations: they came, I came, he came, she came, it came

Notes: This word is an aorist active indicative form of the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It describes an action that happened in the past, without specifying its duration or completion. It can be used for the 1st person singular ('I came') or the 3rd person plural ('they came'), and sometimes 3rd person singular ('he/she/it came') depending on context and subject agreement.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

G1929

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-DIH-doon

Translations: they were giving over, they were delivering, they were yielding, they were increasing, they were adding

Notes: This is a compound verb, formed from the preposition 'ἐπί' (upon, to, in addition to) and the verb 'δίδωμι' (to give). In its imperfect form, it describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past. It can mean to give over, deliver, hand over, or to yield, surrender. It can also imply an increase or addition, meaning to give more or to advance.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΡΟΣΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-LAM-bah-neh

Translations: he was taking, he was receiving, he was getting, he was seizing, he was obtaining

Notes: This word is the imperfect indicative active form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take,' 'to receive,' or 'to get.' The imperfect tense indicates an ongoing, repeated, or continuous action in the past. It describes what someone 'was doing' or 'used to do' rather than a single completed action.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: KAH-tah

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙ, ΔΙΑ

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

G4183

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: PO-loo

Translations: much, many, great, greatly, often, a lot

Notes: This word is commonly used to indicate a large quantity, degree, or frequency. As an adverb, it means 'much,' 'greatly,' or 'often,' modifying verbs or adjectives. As an adjective, it means 'much' (for singular nouns) or 'many' (for plural nouns), describing the quantity of something. It can also mean 'great' in terms of size or importance.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular (as adjective); Does not inflect (as adverb)

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΛΑ, ΠΛΕΙΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'much' or 'many'. It is a very common word across various Indo-European languages.

G5620

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: HOH-steh

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΔΙΟ

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

G3588, G3778

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun, Particle

Sounds like: too

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

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

G0071

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-GOH-men

Translations: let us go, we go, we lead, let us lead

Notes: This word is the first person plural present active subjunctive form of the verb ἄγω (agō), meaning 'to lead' or 'to go'. In the subjunctive mood, especially in the first person plural, it is often used hortatively, expressing an exhortation or suggestion, similar to 'let us go' or 'let us lead'. It can also simply indicate 'we go' or 'we lead' depending on the context.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Present, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΩΜΕΝ, ΒΑΙΝΩΜΕΝ

Etymology: The word ἄγω (agō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *h₂eǵ- meaning 'to drive, to lead, to pull'.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ

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

G3641

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: oh-LEE-gass

Translations: few, a few, little

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'few' or 'little'. It is used to describe a small quantity or number of something. For example, it can be used to say 'a few days' or 'a little time'. It modifies nouns and agrees with them in gender, number, and case.

Inflection: Accusative, Feminine, Plural

Synonyms: ΒΡΑΧΥΣ, ΜΙΚΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word ὀλίγος (oligos) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'little' or 'small'. It is related to other words in various Indo-European languages that convey the idea of scarcity or smallness.

G1880

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pan-EL-thoh-men

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

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the prefixes 'epi' (upon, again) and 'ana' (up, again) combined with the verb 'erchomai' (to come, to go). It means to return, come back, or go back to a place or state. It is used here in the subjunctive mood, indicating a command, exhortation, or possibility, often translated as 'let us return' or 'we may return'.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Subjunctive, Active

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΝΟΣΤΕΩ, ΑΝΑΚΑΜΠΤΩ

Etymology: The root verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai) comes from Proto-Indo-European. The word ἘΠΑΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (epanerchomai) is a compound of the prepositions ἘΠΙ (epi, 'upon' or 'again') and ἈΝΑ (ana, 'up' or 'again') with the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai, 'to come' or 'to go').

G1980

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ee-SKEP-so-meth-ah

Translations: let us visit, let us look after, let us inspect, let us examine, let us care for

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to visit, to look after, to inspect, or to examine. It implies a purposeful visit, often with the intent of providing care, oversight, or investigation. It can be used in contexts where one goes to see someone or something, either to help, to observe, or to make an inquiry.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Middle Voice, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΚΟΠΕΩ, ΕΠΙΣΚΟΠΕΥΩ

G1063

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ

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

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: lah-BON-tahs

Translations: having taken, taking, receiving, having received, having gotten, getting

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambano), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has occurred prior to or concurrently with the main verb of the sentence. It often conveys the sense of 'having taken' or 'having received' something.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Accusative, Plural, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

G1679

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: el-PI-zoh

Translations: hope, expect, trust, believe

Notes: This verb means to hope, to expect, or to trust. It describes the act of looking forward to something with anticipation, often with a sense of confidence or reliance. It can be used to express a general hope for the future or a specific expectation regarding an event or person.

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

Synonyms: ΠΙΣΤΕΥΩ, ΠΕΠΟΙΘΑ

Etymology: The word ἘΛΠΙΖΩ comes from the noun ἘΛΠΙΣ (elpis), meaning 'hope'. It is related to the concept of longing or looking forward to something.

G3754

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-tee

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΓΑΡ

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

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: lah-BON-tah

Translations: taking, having taken, receiving, having received, seizing, having seized

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take,' 'to receive,' or 'to seize.' As a participle, it functions like a verbal adjective, describing an action that has already occurred or is completed in relation to the main verb of the sentence. It can be translated as 'having taken,' 'having received,' or 'having seized,' indicating the completion of the action.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G4222

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: poh-tis-THEN-tah

Translations: having been given to drink, having been watered, having been irrigated

Notes: This word is a passive aorist participle, meaning 'having been given to drink' or 'having been watered'. It describes something that has received liquid, often in the sense of being nourished or refreshed. It is used to indicate a completed action that happened in the past, with the subject of the participle being the recipient of the action.

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

Synonyms: ΥΔΡΕΥΘΕΝΤΑ, ΑΡΔΕΥΘΕΝΤΑ

G3313