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G5503
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KHEE-rahee
Translations: widows
Notes: This word refers to women whose husbands have died. In ancient societies, widows often faced significant social and economic challenges, and they are frequently mentioned in biblical texts as a vulnerable group deserving of care and protection.
Inflection: Feminine, Plural, Nominative or Vocative
G3361
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Part of Speech: Particle, Adverb
Sounds like: MAY
Translations: not, lest, no, do not
Notes: ΜΗ is a negative particle used in Koine Greek to express a subjective negation. It is typically used with non-indicative moods (like the subjunctive, imperative, infinitive, or participle) to express prohibition, a condition, or a denial of something that is wished for or imagined. For example, it is used in commands like 'do not do this' or in clauses expressing fear or purpose, such as 'lest something happen'. It contrasts with 'οὐ' (ou), which negates objective facts.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The word ΜΗ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient negative particle that has been present in various forms across Indo-European languages.
G0272
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-meh-LEH-ee-sthoh-sahn
Translations: let them be neglected, let them be disregarded, let them be overlooked
Notes: This word is a verb meaning "to be neglected" or "to be disregarded." It is used as a command or an exhortation, indicating that something or someone should not be treated with carelessness or indifference. It is often used in contexts where care or attention is required.
Inflection: Third Person Plural, Present, Passive, Imperative
Synonyms: ΠΑΡΟΡΑΩ, ἈΓΝΟΕΩ
Etymology: The word ἀμελέω (ameleō) is a compound of the privative prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning "not" or "without," and μέλει (melei), which means "it is a care" or "it concerns." Thus, it literally means "to be without care" or "to not be concerned about."
G3326
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb
Sounds like: MEH-tah
Translations: with, among, after, behind, afterward, besides
Notes: ΜΕΤΑ is a versatile word that functions as both a preposition and an adverb. As a preposition, its meaning depends on the case of the noun it governs: when followed by a genitive noun, it means 'with' or 'among', indicating association or presence; when followed by an accusative noun, it means 'after' or 'behind', indicating sequence or pursuit. As an adverb, it typically means 'afterward' or 'besides'. It is a very common word in Koine Greek.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΟΠΙΣΩ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *met- 'in the middle, among, with'. It is cognate with English 'mid' and 'middle'.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TON
Translations: the
Notes: This word is the masculine singular accusative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a particular masculine noun that is the direct object of a verb or preposition. For example, it would be used in phrases like 'he saw the man' or 'towards the God'.
Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Accusative
Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed to function as a marker of definiteness in Greek.
G2962
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KOO-ree-on
Translations: Lord, a Lord, master, a master, owner, an owner
Notes: This word means 'Lord,' 'master,' or 'owner.' It is frequently used in ancient Greek texts, including the New Testament, to refer to God or Jesus Christ, or to a human master or owner. As an accusative singular form, it typically functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition, indicating 'the Lord' or 'a Lord' as the recipient of an action.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΘΕΟΣ
G4771
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: soo
Translations: you
Notes: This word is a personal pronoun meaning 'you' (singular). It is used when addressing a single person directly, typically as the subject of a sentence. It can also be used emphatically to highlight the person being addressed.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Second Person
Etymology: The word 'ΣΥ' is an ancient Greek pronoun, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has been consistently used throughout various stages of the Greek language to refer to the second person singular.
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
G5434
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: fron-tee-STAYS
Translations: guardian, overseer, steward, one who cares for, a guardian, an overseer, a steward
Notes: This word refers to someone who takes care of or looks after others, often in a supervisory or administrative role. It denotes a person responsible for the welfare or management of something or someone.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΡΟΠΟΣ, ΟΙΚΟΝΟΜΟΣ
Etymology: From the verb ΦΡΟΝΤΙΖΩ (phrontizo), meaning 'to think, to consider, to care for', which itself comes from ΦΡΟΝΤΙΣ (phrontis), meaning 'thought, care, concern'.
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EH-soh
Translations: be, you will be, it will be, they will be
Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to be'. It can function as a future indicative, meaning 'you will be', 'it will be', or 'they will be', depending on the context. It can also function as a future imperative, meaning 'be!' (a command for the future). It is used to express existence, state, or identity in a future context.
Inflection: Future Indicative (2nd Person Singular, 3rd Person Singular, 3rd Person Plural) or Future Imperative (2nd Person Singular, 3rd Person Singular, 3rd Person Plural), All Genders, All Cases
Etymology: The word 'εἰμί' (eimi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to be' or 'to exist'. It is one of the most fundamental verbs in the Greek language.
G3367
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: MAY-den
Translations: nothing, no one, none, not even one
Notes: This word is a negative indefinite pronoun or adjective, meaning 'nothing' or 'no one'. It is the neuter form of the word 'ΜΗΔΕΙΣ'. It is used to express absolute negation, particularly in contexts involving prohibitions, commands, or with subjunctive and optative moods, indicating that something should not happen or does not exist under certain conditions. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'do nothing' or 'let nothing happen'.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, Vocative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΝ
Etymology: The word ΜΗΔΕΙΣ is a compound word formed from the negative particle ΜΗ (meaning 'not') and the numeral ΕΙΣ (meaning 'one'). It literally means 'not even one'.
G0427
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: ah-NEH-oo
Translations: without, apart from, besides
Notes: This word is a preposition that means 'without' or 'apart from'. It is used to indicate the absence of something or someone, or to denote separation. It typically takes the genitive case, indicating that something is done or exists in the absence of the noun it modifies.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΧΩΡΙΣ, ΕΚΤΟΣ
Etymology: This word is derived from the Greek prefix ἀν- (an-), meaning 'without' or 'not', combined with the adverb εὖ (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good'.
G1106
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: gno-MEES
Translations: of opinion, of purpose, of judgment, of counsel, of will, of a mind, of a decision
Notes: This word refers to a judgment, opinion, purpose, or decision. It can also denote one's mind or will. It is used to express the source or origin of a thought or intention, often indicating 'from the opinion of' or 'according to the will of' someone.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΗ, ΘΕΛΗΜΑ, ΚΡΙΣΙΣ
G4771
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Part of Speech: Personal Pronoun
Sounds like: soo
Translations: of you, your, yours
Notes: ΣΟΥ is the genitive singular form of the second-person personal pronoun 'you'. It indicates possession or relationship, similar to 'your' or 'of you' in English. It can be used to show that something belongs to the person being addressed, or to indicate the object of certain prepositions or verbs that take the genitive case.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, All genders
G1096
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: gih-NEH-sthō
Translations: let it be, let it happen, let it come to pass, let it become
Notes: This word is an imperative form of the verb 'to become' or 'to happen'. It is used to express a command, a wish, or a decree for something to occur or come into existence. It often translates to 'let it be' or 'let it happen' in English, indicating that an action or state should come to pass.
Inflection: Third-person, Singular, Present, Middle/Passive, Imperative
Synonyms: ΓΕΝΕΣΘΩ, ΕΣΤΩ
G3366
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb
Sounds like: MEE-deh
Translations: neither, nor, not even, and not
Notes: ΜΗΔΕ is a compound word formed from the negative particle μή (mē, 'not') and the conjunction δέ (de, 'but, and'). It is used to introduce a negative clause, often following another negative clause, conveying the sense of 'neither...nor' or 'not even'. It is primarily used with non-indicative moods, such as the imperative or subjunctive, to express prohibitions or negative conditions.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕ
Etymology: ΜΗΔΕ is a compound word derived from the negative particle μή (mē), meaning 'not', and the postpositive conjunction δέ (de), meaning 'but' or 'and'.
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: THAY-oo
Translations: of God, of a God
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'ΘΕΟΣ' (theos), meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, the genitive case often indicates possession, origin, or relationship, similar to the English 'of' or the possessive apostrophe 's'. Therefore, 'ΘΕΟΥ' typically translates to 'of God' or 'of a god', depending on the context. It can refer to the one true God or to a pagan deity.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
G5101
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: TEE
Translations: what, why, what kind of, how much, something, anything, a certain thing
Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun 'τίς'. It can be used to ask 'what?' or 'why?', or to refer to 'something' or 'anything' in an indefinite sense. When used as an adjective, it means 'what kind of' or 'how much'.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Etymology: The word 'ΤΙ' originates from Proto-Indo-European, serving as the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun.
G4238
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: PRAS-seh
Translations: to do, to practice, to perform, to accomplish, to act, to manage, to exact, to demand
Notes: This word describes the act of doing something, carrying out an action, or performing a task. It can refer to both good and bad actions, and often implies a continuous or habitual practice rather than a single, isolated event. It can also mean to exact or demand something, such as payment.
Inflection: Present Active Imperative, Second Person Singular
Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΤΕΛΕΩ
G3754
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Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun
Sounds like: OH-per
Translations: the very thing which, which, whatsoever, as, just as
Notes: ΟΠΕΡ is an intensive relative pronoun, meaning 'the very thing which' or 'whatsoever'. It is used to emphasize the preceding noun or idea, often functioning as a stronger form of 'which' or 'what'. It can introduce a clause that specifies or elaborates on something already mentioned, or it can indicate a cause or reason.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: Ο, ΟΣ, ΟΣΠΕΡ
Etymology: ΟΠΕΡ is a compound word formed from the relative pronoun ὅ (ho), meaning 'who, which, what', and the enclitic particle περ (per), which adds emphasis or intensity, often translated as 'just, even, indeed'.
G3761
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction
Sounds like: oo-DEH
Translations: not even, neither, nor, and not
Notes: This is a compound word formed from the negative particle 'οὐ' (not) and the conjunction 'δέ' (but, and). It is used to emphasize a negation, meaning 'not even' or 'neither/nor'. It can connect clauses or phrases, indicating that something is also not true or not happening. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'He did not go, nor did he send anyone.'
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓, ΜΗΔΕ, ΜΗ
Etymology: From the negative particle 'οὐ' (not) and the postpositive conjunction 'δέ' (but, and).
G4238
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: PRAS-sace
Translations: you do, you practice, you perform, you accomplish
Notes: This word is a verb meaning to do, practice, perform, or accomplish. It often implies a continuous or habitual action, or the carrying out of a plan. It can be used in contexts where someone is actively engaged in an activity or bringing something to completion.
Inflection: 2nd Person, Singular, Present, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΠΟΙΕΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ
G4472
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: pyk-no-TEH-ron
Translations: denser, more frequent, more often, more thickly, more closely, more compactly
Notes: This word is a comparative adjective, meaning 'denser,' 'more frequent,' or 'more often.' It describes something that is more compact, close-knit, or occurs with greater frequency than something else. It can be used to describe physical density or the frequency of an action or event.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative, Comparative
Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΟΤΕΡΟΝ, ΜΑΛΛΟΝ
G4864
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: soo-nah-go-GAI
Translations: assemblies, gatherings, synagogues, collections
Notes: This word refers to a gathering or assembly of people, often for religious purposes. It can also specifically denote a synagogue, which was a place of Jewish worship and community gathering. In a broader sense, it can mean a collection or bringing together of things.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative
Synonyms: ΕΚΚΛΗΣΙΑ, ΟΧΛΟΣ, ΠΛΗΘΟΣ
G1096
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ghee-NES-thoh-san
Translations: let them be, let them become, let them happen, let them come to pass
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to become,' 'to be,' 'to happen,' or 'to come into being.' It is used to express a command or a wish for something to occur or exist, often translated as 'let them be' or 'let them become.' It can refer to a state of being, a process of becoming, or an event taking place.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Imperative, Middle/Passive Voice
Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΟΙΕΩ
G1537
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: ex
Translations: out of, from, of, by, with
Notes: ἘΞ is a preposition that signifies origin, separation, or source. It always governs the genitive case. It can denote movement 'out of' a place, 'from' a point in time or a source, 'of' a material or composition, or 'by' an agent. It often implies a complete separation or a clear point of departure.
Inflection: Does not inflect; always takes the genitive case.
Synonyms: ΑΠΟ, ΕΚ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is cognate with Latin ex and English out.
G3686
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: O-NO-ma-tos
Translations: of name, of a name, of reputation, of character
Notes: This word refers to a name, a reputation, or a character. It is often used to denote the authority or person of someone, especially God or Christ. For example, it can be used in phrases like 'in the name of' to signify acting under someone's authority or representing them.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ, ΔΟΞΑ
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tas
Translations: all, every, everyone, the whole
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate the totality of something or someone. In this form, it is used for masculine nouns in the accusative plural, meaning 'all (of them)' or 'everyone'. It can also be used substantively to refer to 'all people' or 'everyone'.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G2212
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ZAY-tay
Translations: he seeks, he looks for, he desires, he asks for, he demands, he investigates
Notes: This word means to seek, look for, or desire something. It can also mean to ask for or demand something, or to investigate a matter. It is used to describe an action of searching or inquiring, often with a specific goal in mind.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Present, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΕΠΙΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΕΚΖΗΤΕΩ
Etymology: The word ΖΗΤΕΩ (zēteō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to seek' or 'to inquire'.
G1401
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: DOO-loos
Translations: slaves, servants
Notes: This word refers to individuals who are in a state of servitude or bondage, often translated as 'slaves' or 'servants'. It is the accusative plural form of the noun 'δούλος', indicating the direct object of an action. It can be used in both a literal sense for bondservants and metaphorically for those who are devoted to or subject to someone or something.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΟΙΚΕΤΗΣ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ, ΘΕΡΑΠΩΝ
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.
G1399
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: DOO-las
Translations: female slave, bondwoman, handmaiden, servant, a female slave, a bondwoman, a handmaiden, a servant
Notes: This word refers to a female slave or bondwoman. In ancient contexts, a 'slave' was often a person in servitude, not necessarily implying harsh treatment, but rather a position of being owned or obligated to another. It can also be used metaphorically to describe someone who is devoted or subservient to a cause or person, acting as a 'servant' or 'handmaiden'.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΘΕΡΑΠΑΙΝΙΣ, ΟΙΚΕΤΙΣ
G5244
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: hoo-per-ay-fah-NEH-ee
Translations: is arrogant, acts proudly, shows arrogance, despises, looks down on
Notes: This verb means to be arrogant, to act proudly, or to show disdain. It can also mean to look down on someone or something, or to despise. It describes an attitude of superiority or haughtiness.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person Singular
Synonyms: ΑΛΑΖΟΝΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΦΡΟΝΕΩ
Etymology: The word is a compound of ΥΠΕΡ (hyper, meaning 'over' or 'above') and ΦΑΙΝΩ (phainō, meaning 'to appear' or 'to show'). Thus, it literally means 'to show oneself above' or 'to appear superior'.
G0235
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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'.
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
G5448
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: foo-see-OO-sthoh-san
Translations: let them be puffed up, let them be arrogant, let them be conceited
Notes: This word is a verb meaning to be puffed up, to be arrogant, or to be conceited. It describes a state of inflated pride or self-importance. It is often used in a negative sense, implying a lack of humility or an overestimation of oneself.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Present, Imperative, Passive
Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡΗΦΑΝΕΩ, ΚΑΥΧΑΟΜΑΙ
G0243
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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.
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'.
G1391
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: DOK-san
Translations: glory, a glory, splendor, honor, praise, dignity, reputation
Notes: This word refers to glory, splendor, or honor. It can describe the inherent majesty of God, the praise given to someone, or a person's reputation or dignity. It is often used in contexts of divine manifestation or human recognition.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΤΙΜΗ, ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΕΥΚΛΕΙΑ
G4119
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb
Sounds like: PLEH-on
Translations: more, a greater amount, a greater number, further, moreover, besides
Notes: This word signifies 'more' or 'greater' and can function as both an adjective and an adverb. As an adjective, it describes a larger quantity or degree of something. As an adverb, it indicates an increase in action or extent, often translated as 'further' or 'moreover'. It is the neuter singular form of the adjective 'πλέων'.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative (as an adjective); Does not inflect (as an adverb)
Synonyms: ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΟΝ, ΜΑΛΛΟΝ
Etymology: The word 'πλέων' (pleōn) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to fill' or 'full'. It is related to words signifying abundance or completion.
G1398
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: doo-LEH-yoo-eh-toh-san
Translations: let them serve, they must serve, they should serve, let them be enslaved
Notes: This word means to serve, to be a slave, or to obey. It implies a state of subjection or servitude, often in a religious or moral sense, but also literally. It is used here as a command or exhortation for a group of people to serve.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Present, Imperative, Active
Synonyms: ΥΠΗΡΕΤΕΩ, ΛΑΤΡΕΥΩ
G2443
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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.
G2909
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: KRAY-too-noss
Translations: of better, of superior, of more excellent, of greater
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'better' or 'superior'. It is used to describe something that is of a higher quality, greater value, or more advantageous than something else. In this genitive form, it often indicates possession or a relationship of origin, such as 'of a better thing' or 'belonging to something superior'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter, Comparative
Synonyms: ΑΜΕΙΝΩΝ, ΚΑΛΛΙΩΝ, ΥΠΕΡΤΕΡΟΣ
G1657
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: eh-lew-the-REE-as
Translations: of freedom, of liberty, of independence
Notes: This word refers to the state of being free, liberty, or independence. It is used to describe the condition of not being under the control of another, often in a political or social sense, or freedom from slavery.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ἈΝΕΣΙΣ, ἈΦΕΣΙΣ
G0575
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: AH-po
Translations: from, away from, out of, off, (of), by, since, after
Notes: ἈΠΟ is a common Koine Greek preposition that primarily indicates separation, origin, or source. It is always used with the genitive case. It can mean 'from' or 'away from' a place or person, indicating movement away. It can also denote the cause or agent ('by'), or a temporal starting point ('since', 'after').
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἘΚ, ΠΑΡΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is cognate with English 'off' and 'of'.
G5177
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: too-KHO-sin
Translations: they may obtain, they may happen, they may meet with, they may attain
Notes: This is an inflected form of the verb τυγχάνω (tynchanō), meaning "to happen," "to obtain," "to meet with," or "to attain." In this form, it indicates a potential or hypothetical action by a group of people, suggesting what they might achieve or encounter. It is often used in contexts where an outcome is desired or uncertain.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-RAH-toh-sahn
Translations: they loved, let them love
Notes: This word is the third person plural aorist active indicative or imperative form of the verb 'ἐράω' (eraō), meaning 'to love' or 'to desire'. As an indicative, it describes an action that happened in the past: 'they loved'. As an imperative, it expresses a command or exhortation: 'let them love'.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative or Imperative
Synonyms: ἈΓΑΠΑΩ, ΦΙΛΕΩ
Etymology: The verb 'ἐράω' (eraō) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂er- meaning 'to join, fit'. It is related to words signifying desire or passion.
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.
G2839
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: koy-NOO
Translations: (of) common, (of) public, (of) shared, (of) general
Notes: This word describes something that is common, shared, or public. It refers to that which belongs to or is participated in by all, or by a group. It can be used to describe a shared purpose, a common agreement, or public property.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine, Neuter
Synonyms: ΚΟΙΝΩΝΙΚΟΣ, ΔΗΜΟΣΙΟΣ
G1659
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-le-the-ROO-sthai
Translations: to be set free, to be made free, to be liberated
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to be set free' or 'to be liberated'. It is used when the subject of the verb is receiving the action of being freed by someone or something else. It is a compound word derived from the root 'ἘΛΕΥΘΕΡΟΣ' (eleutheros), meaning 'free'.
Inflection: Present, Passive, Infinitive
Synonyms: ἈΠΟΛΎΕΣΘΑΙ, ΛΥΤΡΟΥ͂ΣΘΑΙ
G1401
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: DOO-loy
Translations: slaves, servants, bondservants
Notes: This word refers to individuals who are in a state of servitude, whether as literal slaves, or as devoted servants or bondservants. It emphasizes a relationship of complete submission and obedience to a master or a higher authority. It is often used in a spiritual sense to describe believers as servants of God.
Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Nominative or Vocative
Synonyms: ΟΙΚΕΤΑΙ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΑΙ, ΘΕΡΑΠΟΝΤΕΣ
G2147
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: yoo-re-THOH-seen
Translations: they may be found, let them be found, should be found
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'εὑρίσκω' (heuriskō), meaning 'to find'. It is used to express a potential or hypothetical action, indicating that something 'may be found' or 'should be found'. It often appears in conditional clauses or expressions of desire or possibility.
Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Subjunctive, 3rd Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΕΥΡΩ, ΕΞΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ
G1939
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ep-ee-thoo-MEE-as
Translations: of desire, of longing, of lust, of covetousness, of passion
Notes: This word refers to a strong desire, longing, or craving. It can be used in a neutral sense for any strong desire, but often carries a negative connotation, referring to lust, covetousness, or unbridled passion, especially in a moral or ethical context. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἘΠΙ (upon, over) and ΘΥΜΟΣ (passion, spirit).
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΟΡΕΞΙΣ, ΠΟΘΟΣ, ΗΔΟΝΗ
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