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G0191
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-KOO-eh
Translations: Hear!, Listen!, Obey!
Notes: This word means to hear, to listen, or to give attention to. It can also imply understanding or obeying what is heard. As an imperative, it is a command to a single person to perform the action of hearing or listening.
Inflection: Present, Active, Imperative, Second Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΧΕ, ΥΠΑΚΟΥΕ
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.
G4012
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: PEH-ree
Translations: about, concerning, around, for, on behalf of, with respect to, at, near
Notes: This word is a preposition that can take either the genitive or accusative case, and its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'about', 'concerning', 'for', or 'on behalf of'. When used with the accusative case, it usually indicates spatial 'around', 'about' (in the sense of movement or position), 'at', or 'near'. It can also be used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'around' or 'excessive'.
Inflection: Governs Genitive or Accusative case; Does not inflect itself
Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peri, meaning 'around, about'. It is cognate with English 'peri-' (as in 'perimeter') and Latin 'per'.
G3778
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: TOO-tone
Translations: of these, of them
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos), meaning 'this' or 'these'. It is used to indicate possession or relationship, often translated as 'of these' or 'of them', referring to things or people previously mentioned or understood from context. It can refer to masculine, feminine, or neuter nouns.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, All genders
Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΩΝ
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
G3588
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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.
G3037
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: LI-thoy
Translations: stones
Notes: This word refers to stones or rocks. It is used to describe physical stones, but can also be used metaphorically, for example, to refer to precious stones or even people as 'living stones' in a spiritual sense. It is the plural form of the noun 'stone'.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative or Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΠΕΤΡΑΙ, ΒΡΑΧΟΙ
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.
G3976
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: peh-DEE-oo
Translations: of a plain, of a field, of a flat area
Notes: This word refers to a flat, open area of land, such as a plain or a field. It is used to describe the general landscape or a specific cultivated area. In this form, it indicates possession or origin, meaning 'of the plain' or 'belonging to the field'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΓΡΟΥ, ΧΩΡΑΣ
Etymology: The word 'πεδίον' (pedion) comes from the Ancient Greek 'πέδον' (pedon), meaning 'ground' or 'soil'. It refers to a level or flat surface.
G0142
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Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective, Verb
Sounds like: heer-MEH-noy
Translations: lifted, carried, taken up, removed, borne, those who have been lifted, the ones lifted
Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle, masculine nominative plural, of the verb 'αἴρω' (airō). It describes something or someone that has been lifted, carried, taken up, or removed. It functions as an adjective, modifying a plural masculine noun, or as a substantive, meaning 'those who have been lifted' or 'the ones who have been carried'.
Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Masculine, Nominative, Plural
Synonyms: ΑΝΑΣΤΑΣ, ΑΝΑΛΗΦΘΕΙΣ
G5087
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: teh-THEY-meh-noy
Translations: having been placed, having been laid, having been set, placed, laid, set
Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been placed' or 'having been laid'. It describes something that has been put into a certain position or state by an external agent, and the action is completed. It can be used to describe people or things that have been appointed, established, or positioned.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine, Perfect Passive Participle
Synonyms: ΚΕΙΜΕΝΟΙ, ΕΣΤΗΚΟΤΕΣ
G1519
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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'.
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.
G3619
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: oy-ko-do-MEN
Translations: building, an edifice, construction, edification
Notes: This word refers to the act of building or the structure that is built, such as an edifice or a house. It can also be used metaphorically to mean edification or spiritual building up. It is a compound word formed from ΟΙΚΟΣ (house) and ΔΟΜΗ (building, structure).
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΔΟΜΗ, ΚΑΤΑΣΚΕΥΗ
Etymology: The word ΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΗ is derived from the verb ΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ (to build a house), which itself comes from ΟΙΚΟΣ (house) and ΔΟΜΗ (building).
G4444
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: PYR-goo
Translations: of a tower, of the tower, a tower, the tower
Notes: This word refers to a tower, a fortified structure, or a bastion. It is used to describe a tall, strong building, often part of a city wall or a fortress, providing defense or observation. It can also refer to a watchtower or a stronghold.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΤΕΙΧΟΣ, ΦΡΟΥΡΙΟΝ, ΑΚΡΟΠΟΛΙΣ
G0473
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: AN-tee
Translations: instead of, for, in place of, in return for, opposite to, in exchange for
Notes: This word is a preposition that typically takes the genitive case. It indicates substitution, exchange, or opposition. It can mean 'instead of' or 'in place of' something, 'for' or 'in return for' something, or 'opposite to' or 'against' something. It is used to show that one thing is given or done in the stead of another.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΝΤΙΠΕΡΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₂énti, meaning 'face to face, opposite'. It is cognate with Latin ante ('before') and Sanskrit anti ('opposite, in front of').
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)
G0654
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: ah-po-vev-lee-MEH-non
Translations: of having been thrown away, of having been cast off, of having been rejected, of having been discarded
Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been thrown away' or 'having been cast off'. It describes something that has been definitively discarded or rejected. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, modifying a noun or verb, and indicates a completed action that has a lasting result. For example, it could describe 'stones that have been rejected' or 'things that have been cast aside'.
Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΠΟΡΡΙΦΕΝΤΩΝ, ΕΚΒΛΗΘΕΝΤΩΝ
Etymology: The word ἀποβάλλω (apoballō) is a compound word formed from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb βάλλω (ballō), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. Thus, it literally means 'to throw away from'.
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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.
G4491
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: REE-zai
Translations: roots
Notes: This word refers to the underground part of a plant that anchors it and absorbs water and nutrients. It is used metaphorically to describe the origin, foundation, or source of something, or the descendants of a family. In the provided examples, it refers to the 'roots' of the righteous or the wicked, signifying their foundation or lineage.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΘΕΜΕΛΙΟΙ, ΑΡΧΑΙ
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EYE-see
Translations: they are
Notes: This word is the third person plural present indicative form of the verb 'to be'. It is used to state existence or to link a subject to a predicate, indicating what the subject is or what quality it possesses. For example, 'they are good' or 'they are people'.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Present, Indicative
Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΟΥΣΙΝ, ΓΙΝΟΝΤΑΙ
G3735
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: O-ROOS
Translations: (of) mountain, (of) a mountain, (of) hill, (of) a hill
Notes: ὈΡΟΥΣ is the genitive singular form of the Koine Greek noun ὈΡΟΣ, which means 'mountain' or 'hill'. As a genitive form, it typically indicates possession, origin, or separation, often translated as 'of a mountain' or 'from a mountain'. It can refer to a literal elevated landmass or be used metaphorically.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter
Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly pre-Greek. It refers to a natural elevation of the earth's surface.
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Sounds like: seh-LEH-koo
Translations: of Seleucus
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the proper noun "Seleucus," a common name for several Hellenistic kings and figures, particularly the founder of the Seleucid Empire. In a sentence, it indicates possession or origin, meaning "of Seleucus" or "belonging to Seleucus."
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
G1893
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb
Sounds like: eh-PEI
Translations: since, because, for, when, after, inasmuch as
Notes: This word functions as a conjunction or adverb, introducing a clause that provides a reason, cause, or time. As a conjunction, it can mean 'since' or 'because' when indicating a cause, or 'when' or 'after' when indicating time. As an adverb, it can mean 'for' or 'inasmuch as'. It often introduces a dependent clause that explains the main clause.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΚΑΘΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙΔΗ
Etymology: From the preposition ἐπί (epi, 'upon, on') and the particle εἰ (ei, 'if'). It originally meant 'upon the condition that' or 'when'.
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'.
G4100
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: pis-TEV-san-tes
Translations: having believed, having trusted, having put faith in
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to believe' or 'to trust'. It describes an action that has already occurred, indicating that the subject has performed the act of believing or trusting. It often functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, or as an adverb, describing how an action was performed.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΟΤΕΣ, ΕΛΠΙΣΑΝΤΕΣ
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.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tes
Translations: all, every, whole
Notes: This word means 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate the totality or completeness of a group or quantity, often referring to 'all' members of a set or 'every' single item. It can also mean 'whole' when referring to a single entity.
Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: HOLOS
G0004
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ah-KAH-koy
Translations: innocent, guileless, simple, harmless, a harmless one, the harmless ones
Notes: This word describes someone who is innocent, guileless, or without evil intent. It can refer to individuals who are simple-minded or naive, but in a positive sense, implying purity of heart rather than foolishness. It is often used to describe those who are free from malice or deceit. In the provided examples, it appears to be used as a substantive adjective, referring to 'the innocent' or 'the guileless ones'.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine or Feminine
Synonyms: ΑΠΛΟΥΣ, ΑΚΕΡΑΙΟΣ
G2147
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: yoo-re-THAY-san
Translations: they were found, they were discovered
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'they were found' or 'they were discovered'. It is the aorist passive indicative form of the verb 'to find'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, where the subjects of the verb were the recipients of the action of being found.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ΑΝΕΥΡΕΘΗΣΑΝ, ΚΑΤΑΛΗΦΘΗΣΑΝ
Etymology: The word ΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ (heuriskō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *werh₁- ('to find, to discover'). It is related to Latin invenire ('to find').
G2753
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-keh-LEW-sen
Translations: commanded, ordered, bade, urged
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. It is used to express an instruction or directive given by someone in authority. For example, a king might command his servants to do something, or a general might order his troops.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ, ΕΝΤΕΛΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΤΑΤΤΩ
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'.
G2962
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Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective
Sounds like: KOO-ree-oss
Translations: Lord, a Lord, master, a master, owner, an owner, sir
Notes: This word refers to a person who has authority, control, or ownership over something or someone. It is frequently used in the New Testament to refer to God or Jesus Christ, signifying their supreme authority and sovereignty. It can also be used in a more general sense for a human master or owner.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΑΥΘΕΝΤΗΣ
Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ derives from the Greek word κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'supreme power' or 'authority'. It signifies one who possesses power and authority, thus a lord or master.
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun
Sounds like: TOO-toos
Translations: these, those
Notes: This word is the accusative plural masculine form of the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos). It is used to point out or refer to specific people or things that are near in proximity or time, or that have just been mentioned. It functions like 'these' or 'those' in English, often referring to a group of males or a group of mixed gender.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΟΙΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΥΣ
G4491
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ree-ZOHN
Translations: of roots
Notes: This word refers to the part of a plant that attaches it to the ground or to a source of support, from which it draws nourishment. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to the origin, source, or foundation of something, or the descendants of a family line.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Feminine
Synonyms: ΘΕΜΕΛΙΟΝ, ΑΡΧΗ
G3778
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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.
G0906
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: blee-THEE-nai
Translations: to be thrown, to be cast, to be put, to be laid
Notes: This is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'ballō', meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun, often translated as 'to be thrown' or 'to be cast'. It indicates an action that is completed and received by the subject, rather than performed by it.
Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΡΙΠΤΩ, ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΒΑΛΛΩ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *gʷelh₁- 'to throw, reach'.
G1097
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eg-NOH
Translations: knew, recognized, understood, perceived
Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō), meaning 'to know' or 'to come to know'. It describes an action of knowing or recognizing that occurred in the past, often implying a completed or definite act of gaining knowledge or understanding. It can be used in sentences like 'he knew' or 'she recognized'.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΟΙΔΑ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ
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.
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.
G0565
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-pel-THOH-sin
Translations: they may go away, they may depart, they may leave, they may go back
Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to go away' or 'to depart'. It is formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'. It is used to describe the action of moving from one place to another, specifically moving away from a starting point or a person. It can imply leaving, departing, or going back.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Subjunctive, Active
Synonyms: ΑΠΟΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΟΧΩΡΕΩ, ΑΝΑΧΩΡΕΩ
G3778
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: OO-toy
Translations: these, they
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'these' or 'they'. It is used to point out or refer to specific people or things that are nearby or have just been mentioned. It functions similarly to 'these ones' or 'these people' in English.
Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural
G1265
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: dee-ah-MEH-noo-see
Translations: they remain, they abide, they continue, they endure
Notes: This word is the third person plural form of the verb 'διαμένω' (diamenō). It is a compound word formed from 'διά' (dia), meaning 'through' or 'thoroughly', and 'μένω' (menō), meaning 'to remain' or 'to abide'. Therefore, 'διαμένω' means to remain or continue through a period of time, to abide permanently, or to endure in a particular state or place. It describes an action of persistence or steadfastness.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΜΕΝΩ, ΥΠΟΜΕΝΩ, ΠΑΡΑΜΕΝΩ
G2986
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: LAM-proy
Translations: bright, brilliant, radiant, splendid, glorious, a bright, a brilliant, a radiant, a splendid, a glorious
Notes: This word describes something that is bright, shining, or splendid. It can refer to physical light, such as a bright flame or star, or to something that is metaphorically brilliant or glorious, like a splendid garment or a person of high standing. It is used to describe things that are visually striking due to their brightness or beauty.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine or Feminine
Synonyms: ΦΩΤΕΙΝΟΣ, ΛΕΥΚΟΣ, ΕΝΔΟΞΟΣ
G3762
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: oo-DACE
Translations: no one, nobody, nothing, none, no
Notes: This word is a compound negative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'no one,' 'nobody,' 'nothing,' or 'no.' It is formed from the negative particle 'οὐ' (not), the connective particle 'δέ' (but, and), and the numeral 'εἷς' (one). It is used to express absolute negation, indicating the complete absence of something or someone. When used as an adjective, it modifies a noun to mean 'no' or 'not any.'
Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΔΕΝ, ΜΗΔΕΙΣ
Etymology: The word ΟΥ̓ΔΕΙΣ is a compound of the negative particle ΟΥ̓ (not), the connective particle ΔΕ (but, and), and the numeral ΕΙΣ (one). It literally means 'not even one' or 'not one at all,' emphasizing a complete negation.
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TON
Translations: of them, their, of themselves
Notes: This word is a pronoun indicating possession or relation, specifically for a group of people or things. It is used to mean 'of them' or 'their', often referring back to a previously mentioned plural noun or pronoun.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, All genders
G3186
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: meh-lah-NEE-say
Translations: will blacken, will become black, will be black
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to blacken' or 'to become black'. It is used to describe something that will turn dark or be made dark. For example, 'the sky will blacken' or 'the ink will blacken the paper'.
Inflection: Future, Indicative, Active, Third Person, Singular
G3195
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: MEL-lon-tes
Translations: about to, going to, intending to, destined to, on the point of
Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'μέλλω', meaning 'to be about to' or 'to intend to'. It indicates an action that is imminent or a future event that is certain to happen. It often functions like an auxiliary verb, preceding an infinitive to express future intention or destiny. For example, 'about to go' or 'intending to speak'.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΟΣ, ΠΡΟΚΕΙΜΑΙ
G4100
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pis-TEH-oo-een
Translations: to believe, to trust, to have faith, to be convinced
Notes: This word means to believe, to trust, or to have faith in someone or something. It implies a conviction or reliance. It is often used in the New Testament to describe faith in God or Jesus Christ, indicating a deep conviction and commitment. It can also be used in a more general sense of believing a statement or a person.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΠΕΠΟΙΘΑ, ΠΕΙΘΩ
Etymology: The word ΠΙΣΤΕΥΩ (pisteuō) comes from the Greek word ΠΙΣΤΙΣ (pistis), meaning 'faith' or 'trust'. It is related to the concept of being persuaded or convinced.
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.
G1085
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: geh-NOOS
Translations: of race, of kind, of family, of nation, of offspring, of stock
Notes: This word refers to a group of people sharing common ancestry, characteristics, or origin. It can also refer to a species, type, or class of things. It is often used to describe a lineage, a people group, or a category.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΦΥΛΗ, ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΣΠΕΡΜΑ
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EYE-sin
Translations: are
Notes: This word is the third person plural form of the verb 'to be'. It means 'they are' or 'there are'. It is used to describe the state or existence of multiple subjects, similar to how 'are' is used in English. For example, 'The men are here' or 'There are many books'.
Inflection: Third person, Plural, Present, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΟΥΣΙΝ, ΓΙΝΟΝΤΑΙ
G3107
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: mah-KAH-ree-on
Translations: blessed, happy, fortunate, a blessed one, a happy one, a fortunate one
Notes: This word describes someone or something as blessed, happy, or fortunate. It is often used to describe a state of spiritual well-being or divine favor. It can be used to describe people, but also abstract concepts or states of being, indicating a desirable or enviable condition.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΕΥΛΟΓΗΤΟΣ, ΕΥΤΥΧΗΣ
G3588
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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.
G1085
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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.
G0172
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ah-KAH-kon
Translations: innocent, harmless, guileless, simple, an innocent one
Notes: This word describes someone or something that is innocent, harmless, or free from evil or malice. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix 'α-' (meaning 'not' or 'without') and 'κακός' (meaning 'evil' or 'bad'). It can refer to a person who is pure in heart or an action that causes no harm.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter; or Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine
Synonyms: ἈΜΕΜΠΤΟΣ, ἈΜΙΑΝΤΟΣ
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
G3568
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: NOON
Translations: now, at present, at this time
Notes: ΝΥΝ is an adverb meaning 'now' or 'at present'. It refers to the current moment in time. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a conclusion in a discourse, indicating a shift to the present situation or a logical consequence.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΑΡΤΙ, ΗΔΗ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *nu, meaning 'now'. It is cognate with Latin nunc and English 'now'.
G3037
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: LI-thohn
Translations: of stones, of rocks
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the noun 'λίθος' (lithos), which means 'stone' or 'rock'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or material, often translated as 'of stones' or 'made of stones'. For example, one might speak of 'a wall of stones'.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΠΕΤΡΑ, ΒΡΑΧΟΣ
Etymology: From an unknown pre-Greek source, possibly related to words for 'rock' or 'stone' in other ancient languages.
G4760
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: stroh-GYOO-lohn
Translations: of round, of circular
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'στρογγύλος' (strongylos), meaning 'round' or 'circular'. It describes something that has a circular or spherical shape. As an adjective, it modifies nouns, indicating that the things being referred to are round. In this genitive plural form, it would typically be translated as 'of round things' or 'of circular ones', indicating possession, origin, or description for multiple round items.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All genders
Etymology: From Ancient Greek στρογγύλος (strongýlos), meaning 'round', 'spherical'. It is related to στρέφω (stréphō, 'to turn, twist').
G2986
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: lam-PRON
Translations: bright, shining, brilliant, splendid, magnificent, glorious, illustrious, of bright ones, to bright ones
Notes: This word describes something that is bright, shining, or brilliant, often implying splendor or magnificence. It can refer to physical brightness, like a light or a polished object, or to a person's character, indicating their prominence, glory, or illustriousness. It is used here in the genitive or dative plural, modifying a plural noun, meaning 'of bright ones' or 'to bright ones'.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive or Dative, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter
Synonyms: ΦΩΤΕΙΝΟΣ, ΑΥΓΑΛΕΟΣ, ΛΑΜΠΡΥΝΩ
Etymology: The word ΛΑΜΠΡΟΣ comes from the verb λάμπω (lampō), meaning 'to shine' or 'to give light'.
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TOY
Translations: they, them, themselves, these, those
Notes: This word is a third-person pronoun that can function in several ways. It can be used as an intensive pronoun meaning 'self' or 'themselves', emphasizing the subject. It can also serve as a simple third-person pronoun meaning 'he, she, it, they' or 'him, her, it, them'. When used with the article, it often functions as an adjective meaning 'the same'.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine
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