2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: DEEK-sa-sa

Translations: having shown, having pointed out, having displayed, having proved

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, feminine, singular, typically used to describe an action completed before the main verb. It means 'having shown' or 'having pointed out' and refers to a female subject who performed the action. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, indicating the circumstances of the main verb.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Nominative, Singular, Feminine

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΩΣΑΣΑ, ΕΠΙΔΕΙΞΑΣΑ

Etymology: The word ΔΕΙΚΝΥΜΙ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *deik-, meaning 'to show' or 'to point out'. It is related to English words like 'diction' and 'index'.

G0659

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-poh-TREH-khein

Translations: to run away, to flee, to run off

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb τρέχω (trechō), meaning 'to run'. Therefore, it means 'to run away' or 'to flee'. It describes the action of moving quickly away from a place or person.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΦΕΥΓΩ, ἈΝΑΧΩΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἀποτρέχω (apotrechō) is formed from ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and τρέχω (trechō), meaning 'to run'. The prefix ἀπό indicates separation or departure.

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-TEH

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

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

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

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

G5101

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE

Translations: what, why, what kind of, how much, something, anything, a certain thing

Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun 'τίς'. It can be used to ask 'what?' or 'why?', or to refer to 'something' or 'anything' in an indefinite sense. When used as an adjective, it means 'what kind of' or 'how much'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word 'ΤΙ' originates from Proto-Indo-European, serving as the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun.

G3789

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-FEH-loss

Translations: profit, advantage, benefit, a profit, an advantage, a benefit

Notes: This word refers to profit, advantage, or benefit. It is often used to describe something that is useful or helpful, or the gain derived from an action or situation. It can be used in contexts where one might ask, 'What is the benefit of this?' or 'There is no advantage in that.'

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΕΡΔΟΣ, ΩΦΕΛΕΙΑ, ΧΡΗΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ὈΦΕΛΟΣ is derived from the verb ὀφέλλω (ophellō), meaning 'to increase, to help, to benefit.' It is related to the concept of growth or gain.

G3708

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eh-oh-RAH-koh-tee

Translations: having seen, to one who has seen, for one who has seen

Notes: This is the dative singular masculine or neuter form of the perfect active participle of the verb 'to see'. It describes someone or something that has completed the action of seeing. It is used to indicate the recipient or beneficiary of an action, or the means by which something is done, in relation to the one who has seen.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter, Perfect Active Participle

Synonyms: ΕΙΔΟΤΙ, ΒΛΕΠΟΝΤΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *wer- 'to perceive, watch'.

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.

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.

G1097

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ghee-NOH-skon-tee

Translations: (to) the one knowing, (to) the one understanding, (to) a knowing one, (to) a discerning one

Notes: This word is the dative singular masculine or neuter present active participle of the verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō), which means 'to know', 'to understand', 'to perceive', or 'to come to know'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing someone who is in the act of knowing or understanding. In the dative case, it indicates the recipient or beneficiary of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter, Present, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΟΙΔΑ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

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.

G0611

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-po-kree-THEY-sah

Translations: having answered, she answered, having replied, she replied

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle, meaning 'having answered' or 'having replied'. It describes an action that occurred prior to or concurrently with the main verb in the sentence, often functioning adverbially to provide context for the subsequent action. In this specific form, it refers to a singular feminine subject who performed the action of answering or replying.

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

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΦΘΕΓΓΟΜΑΙ, ἈΝΤΙΛΕΓΩ

G3835

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: pa-noor-GOS

Translations: cunning, crafty, shrewd, unscrupulous, a cunning person

Notes: This word describes someone who is clever, skillful, or resourceful, often with a negative connotation implying deceit, trickery, or unscrupulousness. It can refer to someone who is cunning or crafty in a bad sense, but can also describe someone who is shrewd or resourceful in a neutral or even positive sense, depending on the context. It is used to describe a person's character or actions.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΟΛΙΟΣ, ΠΟΝΗΡΟΣ, ΣΟΦΟΣ

Etymology: From πᾶν (pan), meaning 'all' or 'every', and ἔργον (ergon), meaning 'work' or 'deed'. Thus, it literally means 'capable of all work' or 'doing everything', which evolved to signify 'cunning' or 'crafty'.

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).

G0444

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-throh-poss

Translations: man, a man, human being, a human being, person, a person

Notes: This word refers to a human being, encompassing both male and female individuals. It is used broadly to denote mankind in general, or a specific person, often in contrast to God or animals. It can be used in various contexts to refer to any member of the human race.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΝΗΡ, ΒΡΟΤΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀνθρώπος (anthrōpos), its origin is uncertain but possibly related to ἀνήρ (anēr, 'man') and ὤψ (ōps, 'eye, face'), or from a pre-Greek substrate.

G2309

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: THEH-lohn

Translations: wanting, willing, desiring, intending, wishing, choosing, purposing

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'θέλω' (thelo), meaning 'to want' or 'to will'. It describes someone who is in the process of wanting, willing, or desiring something. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, indicating the manner or reason for an action. For example, it could mean 'he who wants' or 'while wanting'.

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ

Etymology: The word θέλω (thelo) comes from Proto-Indo-European, related to concepts of 'will' or 'desire'.

G4012

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PEH-ree

Translations: about, concerning, around, for, on behalf of, with respect to, at, near

Notes: This word is a preposition that can take either the genitive or accusative case, and its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'about', 'concerning', 'for', or 'on behalf of'. When used with the accusative case, it usually indicates spatial 'around', 'about' (in the sense of movement or position), 'at', or 'near'. It can also be used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'around' or 'excessive'.

Inflection: Governs Genitive or Accusative case; Does not inflect itself

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peri, meaning 'around, about'. It is cognate with English 'peri-' (as in 'perimeter') and Latin 'per'.

G3483

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: NAH-ee

Translations: yes, truly, indeed, even so, assuredly

Notes: This word is an adverb used to express affirmation, agreement, or strong assertion. It can be translated as 'yes' in response to a question, or 'truly' and 'indeed' to emphasize a statement. It often conveys a sense of certainty or confirmation.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΜΗΝ, ΑΛΗΘΩΣ

Etymology: The word 'ΝΑΙ' comes from an ancient Greek particle expressing affirmation. Its origin is uncertain, but it is found in various forms across different Indo-European languages with similar meanings of affirmation or assent.

G5346

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: FEE-mee

Translations: say, speak, declare, affirm, assert

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

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΕΡΩ

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

G2443

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: EE-nah

Translations: in order that, that, so that, to

Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce a clause expressing purpose, result, or content. It often translates to 'in order that' or simply 'that' when indicating the aim or outcome of an action. It can also be used to express a command or exhortation, especially when followed by the subjunctive mood.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΠΩΣ, ΩΣΤΕ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en- (in). It is related to the preposition 'in' and developed into a conjunction expressing purpose or result.

G0080

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FOYS

Translations: to brothers, to brethren, to fellow countrymen, to fellow believers

Notes: This word refers to brothers, both literal siblings and, more broadly, fellow members of a community, nation, or faith. It is often used in a figurative sense to denote close associates or fellow believers, emphasizing a bond of kinship or shared identity. In this dative plural form, it indicates the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to or for brothers/brethren'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΕΚΝΟΙΣ, ΟΜΟΓΕΝΕΣΙΝ

G0312

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-ng-GEL-loh

Translations: announce, report, declare, tell, proclaim

Notes: This verb means to bring back a message, to report, announce, or declare. It is used to convey information or make something known, often in the context of news or a proclamation.

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΑΠΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναγγέλλω is a compound word formed from the prefix ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'back', and the verb ἀγγέλλω (angellō), meaning 'to announce' or 'to report'.

G2431

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: hee-lah-ROH-teh-roy

Translations: more cheerful, more joyful, more merry, more glad

Notes: This word is the comparative form of the adjective 'hilaros', meaning 'cheerful' or 'joyful'. As a comparative adjective, it means 'more cheerful' or 'more joyful'. It describes a state of being happier or more lighthearted than something else. It is used to describe multiple people or things.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥΦΡΟΝΕΣ, ΧΑΙΡΟΝΤΕΣ

Etymology: The word ἱλαρός (hilaros) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to the concept of propitiation or being gracious. It is the root of the English word 'hilarious'.

G1097

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: gih-NOH-skoh-sin

Translations: they may know, they might know, they know, to know

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to know' or 'to come to know'. It implies a progressive or experiential knowledge, rather than just factual acquaintance. It is used to describe the act of gaining understanding or becoming familiar with something or someone. In a sentence, it would function as the main verb indicating an action performed by a group of people.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΔΑ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: en

Translations: in, on, among, with, by, at

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'in' or 'on'. It typically governs the dative case, indicating location, time, or means. Its precise translation can vary depending on the context, often conveying ideas like 'within,' 'among,' or 'by means of'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition, it governs cases but does not change its own form).

Etymology: The Koine Greek preposition 'ἘΝ' derives from the Proto-Indo-European root *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, reflecting its ancient origin.

G1391

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOK-say

Translations: glory, a glory, honor, an honor, splendor, a splendor, majesty, a majesty, renown, a renown, reputation, a reputation, dignity, a dignity

Notes: This word refers to glory, honor, splendor, or majesty. It can describe the inherent nature of God, the visible manifestation of His presence, or the esteem and reputation of a person. It is often used in contexts of praise, worship, or divine revelation. It can also refer to human reputation or dignity.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΙΜΗ, ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ

Etymology: The word ΔΟΞΑ (doxa) comes from the Greek verb δοκέω (dokeō), meaning 'to seem, to appear, to think, to suppose'. Over time, it evolved to mean 'opinion, reputation, honor, and then glory'.

G3588, G3739, G2228

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Conjunction, Interjection

Sounds like: AY

Translations: the, who, which, or, oh, ah

Notes: This word is most commonly used as the definite article 'the' in Koine Greek, specifically as the feminine nominative singular form (e.g., 'the cry') or the neuter nominative/accusative plural form. It can also function as a relative pronoun meaning 'who' or 'which' (feminine nominative singular). Additionally, it can be a conjunction meaning 'or' or an interjection expressing surprise or emotion, similar to 'oh' or 'ah'. Its meaning is highly dependent on context.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Singular (Definite Article or Relative Pronoun); Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Plural (Definite Article); Does not inflect (Conjunction or Interjection)

Etymology: The Greek definite article and related forms derive from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun. The conjunction and interjection forms have separate, though related, origins within Proto-Indo-European.

G1161

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: DEH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΑΛΛΑ

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

G3303

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEN

Translations: indeed, on the one hand, truly, certainly, but, however

Notes: This word is a particle often used to introduce a clause that is contrasted with a following clause, which is typically introduced by the particle δέ (de). It can indicate a concession, an affirmation, or simply serve to mark a transition in thought. While it often translates as 'indeed' or 'on the one hand,' its precise meaning is highly dependent on context and the presence of a contrasting 'δέ' clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΓΕ, ΚΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient particle used to mark emphasis or contrast.

G0235

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: AL-lah

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΠΛΗΝ, ΟΜΩΣ

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

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.

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'.

G3850

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pa-ra-bo-LAS

Translations: parables, proverbs, allegories, comparisons, illustrations, of parables, of proverbs, of allegories, of comparisons, of illustrations

Notes: This word refers to a parable, proverb, or allegory, often used as a comparison or illustration to convey a moral or spiritual truth. It is a compound word formed from 'para' (beside) and 'ballo' (to throw), literally meaning 'a placing beside' or 'a comparison'. In the provided context, it is used in the plural to refer to multiple such sayings or stories.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative or Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΟΙΜΙΑ, ΕΙΚΩΝ, ΑΙΝΙΓΜΑ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek παραβολή (parabolḗ, “a comparison, parable”), from παραβάλλω (parabállō, “to compare, to place beside”), from παρά (pará, “beside”) + βάλλω (bállō, “to throw”).

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.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-ka-LYP-soh

Translations: I will reveal, I will uncover, I will disclose, I will make known

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from,' and the verb καλύπτω (kalypto), meaning 'to cover' or 'to conceal.' Therefore, it literally means 'to uncover' or 'to take away the covering.' In a broader sense, it refers to the act of revealing, disclosing, or making something known that was previously hidden or secret. It is often used in contexts where divine truths or future events are being unveiled.

Inflection: Future Active Indicative, 1st Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΗΛΩΣΩ, ΦΑΝΕΡΩΣΩ, ΓΝΩΡΙΣΩ

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.

G4771

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: SOY

Translations: (to) you, (for) you, you

Notes: This is the second-person singular dative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'to you' or 'for you'. It can also simply translate as 'you' when the context implies a dative relationship, such as indirect object or a recipient of an action. It is used to indicate the person to whom something is given, said, or done, or for whom an action is performed. For example, 'I give to you' or 'I do this for you'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Second Person

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a very ancient pronoun, found across many Indo-European languages.

G2873

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KO-poos

Translations: toil, labor, trouble, weariness, effort, hardship

Notes: This word refers to strenuous labor, effort, or the trouble and weariness that results from such work. It can describe physical exertion, mental effort, or the distress caused by difficulties. It is often used in contexts describing hard work or suffering.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΟΝΟΣ, ΜΟΧΘΟΣ, ΚΑΜΑΤΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb κόπτω (koptō), meaning 'to strike, cut, or beat', which implies the effort and exertion involved in such actions. The noun form then refers to the result or process of this strenuous activity.

G3930

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-E-kheh

Translations: provide, give, offer, present, cause, afford, show, grant, supply

Notes: This verb means to provide, give, or offer something. It can also mean to cause or afford something, or to present oneself. It is often used in the sense of supplying what is needed or showing a particular quality or action. For example, it can be used to say 'to provide food' or 'to cause trouble'.

Inflection: Present Active Imperative, Second Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΕΧΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'from', and the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. Thus, its original sense is 'to hold out' or 'to offer from beside oneself'.

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

Sounds like: AI

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

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

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

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-ka-LYP-sis

Translations: you will reveal, you will uncover, you will disclose, you will make known

Notes: This word means to reveal, uncover, disclose, or make known something that was previously hidden. It is used to describe the act of bringing something into the open or making it visible. It can refer to physical uncovering or the revelation of spiritual truths or secrets.

Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Future, Active, Indicative OR Second Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΟΩ, ΔΗΛΟΩ, ΕΚΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ

G5056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: TEH-los

Translations: end, a goal, a purpose, an outcome, a completion, a tax, a custom, a duty

Notes: This word refers to an end, a goal, a purpose, or the completion of something. It can also refer to a tax or custom duty. It is often used to denote the conclusion of an event or process, or the ultimate aim or objective. In some contexts, it refers to the payment of tribute or taxes.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΑΣ, ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΙΑ, ΤΕΛΕΥΤΗ

Etymology: The word ΤΕΛΟΣ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to turn, to accomplish, to fulfill'. It is related to words signifying completion, fulfillment, and the end of a process.

G4137

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: pep-lay-RO-may-nye

Translations: filled, completed, fulfilled, accomplished, made full, supplied, furnished

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been filled' or 'having been completed'. It describes something that has undergone the action of being filled or brought to completion. It is often used to indicate that a prophecy or a promise has been fulfilled, or that a measure has been made full.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Feminine, Plural

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΩ, ΑΝΑΠΛΗΡΟΩ, ΕΚΠΛΗΡΟΩ

G0243

Part of Speech: Prefix

Sounds like: ALL

Translations: other, another, different, foreign

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

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix)

Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ

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

G3973

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PAH-oo-see

Translations: cessation, rest, pause, end, a cessation, a rest, a pause, an end

Notes: This word refers to a cessation, a pause, or a rest from activity. It signifies the stopping of something, whether it be work, movement, or a state of being. It can be used in contexts where an action or process comes to an end.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΠΑΥΣΙΣ, ΚΑΤΑΠΑΥΣΙΣ

Etymology: This word comes from the verb παύω (paúō), meaning 'to stop' or 'to cease'. It describes the state or act of stopping.

G0154

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ai-TOO-meh-nos

Translations: asking, begging, requesting, seeking, one who asks, one who begs

Notes: This word is a present middle or passive participle derived from the verb 'αἰτέω' (aiteō), meaning 'to ask' or 'to request'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone who is in the act of asking or being asked. It can be translated as 'asking', 'begging', or 'one who is asking/begging'. In a sentence, it would describe the action of a subject, for example, 'the man asking for bread'.

Inflection: Present, Middle or Passive Voice, Participle, Nominative Case, Masculine Gender, Singular Number

Synonyms: ΔΕΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΩΝ, ΖΗΤΩΝ

Etymology: The word αἰτέω (aiteō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to seek' or 'to desire'.

G0425

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-NAI-dees

Translations: shameless, impudent, bold, brazen

Notes: This word describes someone who is without shame or modesty, often implying a negative connotation of being impudent, bold, or brazen. It can be used to characterize a person's demeanor or actions.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΑἸΣΧΡΟΣ, ΘΡΑΣΥΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΝΑΙΔΗΣ is a compound of the negative prefix ἀ- (a-, 'not') and αἰδώς (aidōs, 'shame, modesty, reverence'). Thus, it literally means 'without shame'.

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'.

G3618

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: oy-koh-doh-MOO-meh-non

Translations: being built, being constructed, a thing being built, a thing being constructed

Notes: This word is a present passive participle, meaning 'being built' or 'being constructed'. It describes something that is currently in the process of being built or constructed. It can function adjectivally to modify a noun, or substantively as a noun itself, referring to 'that which is being built'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΤΙΖΟΜΕΝΟΝ, ΑΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΟΥΜΕΝΟΝ

Etymology: The word ΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ is a compound word derived from ΟΙΚΟΣ (oikos), meaning 'house', and ΔΕΜΩ (demō), meaning 'to build'. Thus, it literally means 'to build a house'.

G1473

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-GOH

Translations: I, me

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

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Nominative

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

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-MEE

Translations: I am, to be, exist, happen

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

Inflection: First person singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

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

G1577

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ek-klee-SEE-ah

Translations: assembly, an assembly, church, a church, congregation, a congregation, (to) assembly, (to) church, (to) congregation

Notes: This word refers to a gathering or assembly of people, often called together for a specific purpose. In ancient Greek contexts, it could refer to a political assembly of citizens. In the New Testament, it primarily refers to the Christian church, either a local congregation or the universal body of believers. It can be used to describe both the physical gathering of people and the spiritual entity.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative or Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ, ΟΜΙΛΙΑ, ΠΛΗΘΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb καλέω (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. Thus, it literally means 'a calling out' or 'those called out'.

G3708

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: oph-THEY-sah

Translations: having been seen, appeared, that appeared, a woman who appeared, the one who appeared

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle derived from the verb 'horao', meaning 'to see'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed in the past and is passive, meaning the subject of the participle is the one being acted upon. In this case, it describes something or someone that 'has been seen' or 'appeared'. It is often used to refer to a vision or an appearance.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Feminine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΙΣΑ, ΔΟΞΑΣΑ

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.

G4387

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: PRO-teh-ron

Translations: before, formerly, first, earlier, a former thing, a prior thing

Notes: This word functions primarily as an adverb meaning 'before' or 'formerly' in time, indicating something that happened earlier or previously. It can also be the neuter singular form of the comparative adjective 'πρότερος', meaning 'prior' or 'former', often used substantively to refer to 'the former thing' or 'that which was before'. It is used to contrast with something that comes later.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative (often used adverbially)

Synonyms: ΠΡΙΝ, ΠΑΛΑΙ, ΕΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ is a comparative form derived from the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.

G0302

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: AHN

Translations: if, ever, might, would, should

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G1905

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-ROH-tah

Translations: he asks, he questions, he inquires

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi, meaning 'upon' or 'in addition to') and the verb ἐρωτάω (erōtaō, meaning 'to ask' or 'to question'). It means to ask a question, to inquire, or to interrogate. It often implies asking a specific or direct question, sometimes with the expectation of a detailed answer, or to ask a question in addition to something else.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Present Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΕΡΩΤΑΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΠΥΝΘΑΝΟΜΑΙ

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'.

G0040

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: hah-GHEE-ohn

Translations: of holy ones, of saints, of holy things

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'hagios', meaning 'holy' or 'sacred'. When used substantively, it refers to 'holy ones' or 'saints'. It describes something belonging to or associated with those who are set apart for God or dedicated to a sacred purpose. In a sentence, it would indicate possession or origin, such as 'the words of the holy ones' or 'the temple of holy things'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΥΣΕΒΩΝ, ΟΣΙΩΝ, ΚΑΘΑΡΩΝ

G1893

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'.

G0530

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: AH-pax

Translations: once, once for all, at once, together, all at once

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'once' or 'once for all'. It emphasizes a single, decisive action that is completed and not to be repeated. It can also mean 'at once' or 'together' in certain contexts, indicating simultaneity.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΟΝΟΝ, ΕΦΑΠΑΞ

Etymology: From the Greek prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'one' or 'single', and πήγνυμι (pēgnumi), meaning 'to fix' or 'to make firm'. It conveys the idea of something being fixed or done 'once and for all'.

G0514

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: AX-ee-on

Translations: worthy, deserving, fitting, proper, a worthy thing, a fitting thing

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'worthy,' 'deserving,' or 'fitting.' It is used to describe something or someone that is of appropriate value, merit, or suitability for a particular purpose or situation. It can be used to say that something is 'worthy of' something else, often followed by a genitive case.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΥΛΟΓΟΣ, ΠΡΕΠΩΝ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΞΙΟΣ (axios) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ag- meaning 'to drive, draw, move'. It is related to the idea of weighing or balancing, thus leading to the sense of 'having weight' or 'being worthy'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-poh-ka-LYP-son

Translations: Reveal!, Disclose!, Uncover!, Make known!

Notes: This word is an imperative verb meaning 'to reveal,' 'to disclose,' or 'to uncover' something that was previously hidden or unknown. It is used to command or request someone to make something visible or known, often implying the removal of a covering or veil, either literally or figuratively. For example, one might ask someone to 'reveal' a secret or 'uncover' a truth.

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

Synonyms: ΔΗΛΟΩ, ΦΑΝΕΡΟΩ, ΕΚΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-ka-lyf-THEE-nai

Translations: to be revealed, to be uncovered, to be disclosed, to be made known

Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'apokalypto'. It means 'to be revealed', 'to be uncovered', or 'to be disclosed'. It describes the action of something previously hidden or unknown becoming visible or known, with the subject of the verb being the one receiving the revelation or uncovering. It is often used in contexts where divine truth or a secret is made manifest.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΩΘΗΝΑΙ, ΔΗΛΩΘΗΝΑΙ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-ka-loof-THEE-seh-tai

Translations: will be revealed, will be uncovered, will be disclosed

Notes: This word means 'will be revealed' or 'will be uncovered'. It describes an action where something previously hidden or unknown will become visible or known to others. It is used to indicate a future event where truth or information is brought to light.

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

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΩΘΗΣΕΤΑΙ, ΔΗΛΩΘΗΣΕΤΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἀποκαλύπτω (apokalyptō) is a compound word formed from ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and καλύπτω (kalyptō), meaning 'to cover' or 'to conceal'. Thus, its literal meaning is 'to uncover' or 'to reveal'.

G3440

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: MO-non

Translations: only, alone, merely, a single, a solitary

Notes: This word can function as an adverb meaning 'only' or 'merely', indicating exclusivity or limitation. It can also be the neuter singular form of the adjective 'ΜΟΝΟΣ', meaning 'alone' or 'solitary', describing something as being by itself or unique. In its adverbial use, it often modifies verbs or clauses to emphasize that something is done exclusively or that a condition applies solely to one thing.

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

Synonyms: ΜΟΝΩΣ, ΜΟΝΟΓΕΝΗΣ

G4314

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

Translations: to, toward, with, against, for, at, near, by, in relation to

Notes: This is a common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. It indicates direction, relation, or purpose, and its precise meaning often depends on the case of the noun it governs. For example, with the accusative case, it typically means 'to' or 'toward' (indicating motion or direction), 'against' (indicating opposition), or 'in relation to'. With the genitive case, it can mean 'from' (indicating origin or source) or 'in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'at' or 'near' (indicating proximity). It is used to express a wide range of relationships between actions, objects, and people.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs various cases (accusative, genitive, dative).

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'forward, toward'. It is related to other words indicating movement or direction.

G1379

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dip-sy-KHE-sis

Translations: you will be double-minded, you will waver, you will hesitate, you will doubt

Notes: This word describes the act of being double-minded, wavering, or hesitating between two opinions or courses of action. It implies a lack of firm resolve or faith, often in a spiritual context. It is used to warn against indecision or doubt.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΣΤΑΖΩ, ΑΜΦΙΒΑΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word διψυχέω (dipsycheō) is a compound word formed from δίς (dis), meaning 'twice' or 'double', and ψυχή (psychē), meaning 'soul' or 'mind'. Thus, it literally means 'to be of two minds' or 'to have a divided soul'.

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'.

G3618

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: oh-koh-doh-MEE-tai

Translations: it has been built, it has been constructed, it has been edified

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to build' or 'to construct'. In this form, it indicates that something has been built or constructed, often implying a completed action with ongoing results. It can also be used metaphorically to mean 'to edify' or 'to build up' someone spiritually.

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

Synonyms: ΚΤΙΖΩ, ΑΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ is a compound word derived from ΟΙΚΟΣ (oikos), meaning 'house', and ΔΕΜΩ (demō), meaning 'to build'. Thus, it literally means 'to build a house'.

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.

G1567

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-ZAY-tays

Translations: you seek, you search, you inquire, you demand, you require

Notes: This word means to seek out, search for, or inquire diligently. It implies a thorough and earnest search, often with the aim of finding something specific or understanding a matter completely. It can also carry the sense of demanding or requiring something.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Second Person Singular

Synonyms: ΖΗΤΕΩ, ΕΠΙΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΝΑΖΗΤΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΚΖΗΤΕΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ζητέω (zēteō), meaning 'to seek' or 'to search'. Thus, it literally means 'to seek out'.

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'.

G2147

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-RIS-kees

Translations: you find, you discover, you obtain, you perceive

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to find' or 'to discover'. It can also mean 'to obtain' or 'to perceive'. It is used when someone locates something, comes across something, or gains possession of something. It can also refer to the act of understanding or realizing something.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to find' or 'to obtain'. It is related to words signifying 'to get' or 'to acquire'.

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.

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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.

G2222

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DZOH-ay

Translations: life, a life

Notes: This word refers to life in its broadest sense, encompassing both physical and spiritual existence. It can denote the principle of life, the period of life, or the way of life. It is often used to describe the state of being alive, as well as the quality of that existence, particularly in a spiritual or eternal context.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΙΟΣ, ΨΥΧΗ

Etymology: From the verb ζάω (zaō), meaning 'to live'. It is related to the concept of vital breath and existence.

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: dee-AH

Translations: through, by, by means of, on account of, because of, for the sake of

Notes: This word is a preposition that can take two different cases, which changes its meaning. When used with the genitive case, it means 'through' or 'by means of', indicating the instrument or agency by which something is done. When used with the accusative case, it means 'on account of', 'because of', or 'for the sake of', indicating the cause or reason for something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΕΝΕΚΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'through' or 'apart'.

G2311

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: teh-theh-meh-lee-OH-tai

Translations: it has been founded, it has been established, it has been laid, it has been made firm

Notes: This word describes something that has been founded, established, or laid as a foundation. It indicates a completed action with lasting results, meaning that something is now firmly in place or securely built.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Perfect Indicative, Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΕΔΡΑΖΩ, ΣΤΗΡΙΖΩ, ΠΗΓΝΥΩ

Etymology: From the Greek word θεμέλιος (themelios), meaning 'belonging to a foundation', which itself comes from τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to place, put'.

G2902

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kra-TEH-tai

Translations: is held, is seized, is ruled, is overcome, is prevailed over, is taken into custody

Notes: This word is the third person singular, present, indicative, passive form of the verb 'krateō'. It means 'to be held', 'to be seized', 'to be ruled', or 'to be overcome'. It describes a state where something or someone is under the power, control, or influence of another, or is being apprehended.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΕΤΑΙ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΖΕΤΑΙ

Etymology: The word 'krateō' comes from 'kratos' (κράτος), meaning 'strength', 'power', or 'might'. It signifies the exercise of power or control.

G5259

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-POH

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

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

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

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

Part of Speech: Definite Article

Sounds like: THAYS

Translations: of the

Notes: ΤΗΣ is the genitive, singular, feminine form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for feminine singular nouns. For example, 'the house of the woman' would use ΤΗΣ for 'of the woman'. It functions similarly to 'of the' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The Greek definite article 'Ο' (of which ΤΗΣ is an inflection) derives from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun root. It evolved to function as a definite article in ancient Greek, marking nouns as specific or previously mentioned.

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