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G2078
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ES-kha-toy
Translations: last, the last, the last ones, outermost, uttermost, extreme, final
Notes: This word is a superlative adjective meaning 'last' or 'uttermost'. It describes something that is at the very end, whether in time, position, or degree. It can refer to the final event, the most distant place, or the lowest rank. In the provided examples, it refers to 'the last ones' or 'the last' in a sequence.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ὙΣΤΕΡΟΣ, ΤΕΛΕΥΤΑΙΟΣ
Etymology: The word is derived from the Greek adverb ἔξω (exō), meaning 'out' or 'outside', indicating something that is furthest out or at the extreme end.
G2540
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: kai-ROY
Translations: times, seasons, opportune times, appointed times, proper times
Notes: This word refers to specific, appointed, or opportune times, as opposed to general chronological time. It denotes a season or a critical moment when something is to be done or is happening. It is often used in contexts referring to a divinely appointed time or a period of significant events.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative
Synonyms: ΧΡΟΝΟΙ, ΩΡΑΙ
Etymology: The etymology of ΚΑΙΡΟΣ is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the idea of 'fitting' or 'proper'.
G3062
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun, Adverb
Sounds like: LOY-pon
Translations: remaining, the rest, the remainder, other, finally, henceforth, for the rest
Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'remaining' or 'other', a noun meaning 'the rest' or 'the remainder', or an adverb meaning 'finally', 'henceforth', or 'for the rest'. As an adjective, it describes what is left over. As a noun, it refers to the remaining portion or people. As an adverb, it introduces a concluding thought or indicates a future time.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΕΠΙΛΟΙΠΟΣ, ΚΑΤΑΛΟΙΠΟΣ
Etymology: From the verb λείπω (leípō), meaning 'to leave' or 'to remain'.
G0153
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ahee-skhoon-THOH-men
Translations: let us be ashamed, let us be put to shame, let us feel shame
Notes: This word means to be ashamed, to feel shame, or to be put to shame. It is often used in contexts where one might feel disgrace or humiliation, or to express a sense of moral shame. It is a compound word, but the root is the verb 'to shame'.
Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Passive, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ἘΝΤΡΕΠΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΙΣΧΥΝΩ
G5399
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: foh-bee-THOH-men
Translations: let us fear, we should fear, we may fear, let us be afraid, we should be afraid, we may be afraid
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to fear' or 'to be afraid'. It is often used in the context of fearing God, showing reverence, or being afraid of danger or people. In this specific form, it is a hortatory subjunctive, expressing an exhortation or suggestion, like 'let us fear' or 'we should fear'.
Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Passive/Middle, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΔΕΙΔΩ, ΤΡΕΜΩ
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.
G3115
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: mah-kroh-thoo-MEE-ahn
Translations: patience, long-suffering, forbearance, endurance, a patience, a long-suffering
Notes: This word refers to the quality of being patient, especially in the face of provocation, injury, or delay. It describes a steadfast endurance and forbearance, often implying a long-suffering spirit that does not quickly give up or retaliate. It is often used to describe God's patience with humanity.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΥΠΟΜΟΝΗ, ΑΝΟΧΗ
Etymology: This is a compound word formed from two Greek words: μακρός (makros), meaning 'long' or 'large', and θυμός (thymos), meaning 'temper', 'passion', or 'spirit'. Thus, it literally means 'long-tempered' or 'long-spirited', conveying the idea of patience and endurance.
G3588, G3778
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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun, Particle
Sounds like: too
Translations: of the, of him, of it, of this, to, in order to
Notes: This word is a form of the definite article 'the' or a demonstrative pronoun 'this/that'. It is most commonly used to indicate possession or relationship, translating as 'of the' or 'of him/it'. It can also be used before an infinitive verb to express purpose, meaning 'to' or 'in order to'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Etymology: The word 'Ο' (ho), from which 'ΤΟΥ' is derived, comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient word that has evolved to serve various grammatical functions in Greek.
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: THAY-oo
Translations: of God, of a God
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'ΘΕΟΣ' (theos), meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, the genitive case often indicates possession, origin, or relationship, similar to the English 'of' or the possessive apostrophe 's'. Therefore, 'ΘΕΟΥ' typically translates to 'of God' or 'of a god', depending on the context. It can refer to the one true God or to a pagan deity.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
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.
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.
G2254
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: HEE-meen
Translations: (to) us, (for) us, us
Notes: This word is the dative plural form of the first-person plural pronoun 'we'. It is used to indicate the indirect object of a verb, meaning 'to us' or 'for us'. It can also signify possession or benefit/detriment for 'us'. For example, it might be used in a sentence like 'He gave the book to us' or 'This is good for us'.
Inflection: First Person, Plural, Dative
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to the first-person plural pronoun in other Indo-European languages.
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'.
G2917
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KREE-mah
Translations: judgment, a judgment, condemnation, a condemnation, decision, a decision, sentence, a sentence, punishment, a punishment, justice, a justice
Notes: This word refers to a judgment, decision, or sentence, often with the implication of a legal or divine verdict. It can also refer to the act of judging or the outcome of a judgment, including condemnation or punishment. It is used in contexts ranging from legal proceedings to divine decrees.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΚΡΙΣΙΣ, ΔΙΚΗ, ΚΑΤΑΚΡΙΜΑ
Etymology: From the verb κρίνω (krino), meaning 'to judge, decide, separate'. It refers to the result or outcome of judging.
G1096
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: geh-NEE-tai
Translations: may be, might be, become, happen, come to pass, be made, be done
Notes: This word signifies 'to come into being,' 'to happen,' 'to become,' or 'to be made.' It is often used to describe events unfolding or states changing. It can also mean 'to be done' or 'to be performed' in certain contexts.
Inflection: 3rd Person Singular, Aorist, Subjunctive, Middle Voice
Synonyms: ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΜΙ, ΠΟΙΕΩ
Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born.' It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of generation or becoming.
G2228, G3588
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Definite Article, Numeral
Sounds like: AY
Translations: or, the, 8
Notes: This word can function as a conjunction meaning 'or', indicating an alternative or choice between two or more options. It can also be the feminine nominative singular form of the definite article 'the', used to specify a feminine noun that is the subject of a sentence. The '̓' (coronis) indicates that this form is an elision, meaning it's a shortened form of a word like ἤ (e.g., when followed by a vowel). Additionally, the '̓' could be a keraia, indicating the numeral 8.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as conjunction or numeral); Singular, Nominative, Feminine (as definite article)
Etymology: The conjunction ἤ (e.g., from which Ἠ is an elision) is of uncertain origin. The definite article ἡ (from which Ἠ is an elision) comes from Proto-Indo-European. The numeral meaning is derived from the Greek letter eta (Η), which was used to represent the number 8.
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.
G3195
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: MEL-loo-san
Translations: about to, going to, intended, future, destined, imminent
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'μέλλω' (mellō), meaning 'to be about to' or 'to be going to'. It describes something that is on the verge of happening, or something that is destined or intended to occur. It often indicates an imminent future action or state. In this form, it functions adjectivally, modifying a noun.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine, Present, Active, Participle
Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΟΣ, ΕΓΓΥΣ
G3709
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: or-GAYN
Translations: wrath, anger, indignation, punishment, a wrath, an anger
Notes: This word refers to a strong, passionate emotion, often intense anger or indignation. It can describe human anger, but is frequently used in a theological context to refer to God's righteous anger or divine judgment, which often leads to punishment. It is used here in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΘΥΜΟΣ, ΠΑΘΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΟΡΓΗ (orgē) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *werg-, meaning 'to work' or 'to do'. It originally referred to an impulse or natural disposition, which then evolved to mean a strong emotion or passion, and eventually anger or wrath.
G1764
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: eh-nes-TOH-san
Translations: present, current, existing, a present, a current, an existing
Notes: This word is an adjective derived from the verb 'enistēmi', meaning 'to stand in, to be present'. It describes something that is present, current, or existing at the moment. It is often used to refer to the 'present time' or 'present circumstances'.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine, Participle (Perfect Active)
Synonyms: ΠΑΡΩΝ, ΝΥΝ
G5485
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KHA-rin
Translations: grace, favor, kindness, thanks, a grace, a favor, a kindness, a thanks
Notes: This word refers to grace, favor, or kindness, often implying a divine or unmerited gift. It can also mean thanks or gratitude. In its accusative form, as seen in ΧΑΡΙΝ, it often functions as the direct object of a verb, such as 'to find favor' or 'to give thanks'. It can also be used in adverbial phrases meaning 'for the sake of' or 'on account of'.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΥΝΟΙΑ, ΔΩΡΟΝ, ΕΥΧΑΡΙΣΤΙΑ
Etymology: The word ΧΑΡΙΣ (charis) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵʰer- meaning 'to desire, to like'. It is related to words signifying joy, delight, and goodwill.
G0025
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-gah-PAY-so-men
Translations: let us love, we may love, we should love
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to love'. It is used to express a command or exhortation in the first person plural, indicating 'let us love' or 'we should love'. It refers to a deep, unconditional love, often used in a moral or spiritual sense.
Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Subjunctive, Active
Synonyms: ΦΙΛΈΩ, ἘΡΆΩ
G1722
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: EN
Translations: in, on, among, with, by, at, into, to
Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its primary meaning is 'in' or 'within,' indicating location, time, or state. It always takes the dative case. Depending on the context, it can also be translated as 'on,' 'among,' 'with' (indicating accompaniment or instrument), 'by' (indicating means or agent), or 'at.' Sometimes it can imply motion into a place, similar to 'into' or 'to,' especially when the context suggests movement towards a location where something then resides.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It is cognate with English 'in'.
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)
G1417
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Part of Speech: Numeral
Sounds like: DEE-oh
Translations: two
Notes: This word is a cardinal numeral meaning 'two'. It is used to indicate a quantity of two of something. It is indeclinable, meaning its form does not change regardless of gender, case, or number.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is cognate with English 'two'.
G3440
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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
G1722
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: en
Translations: in, on, among, with, by, at
Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'in' or 'on'. It typically governs the dative case, indicating location, time, or means. Its precise translation can vary depending on the context, often conveying ideas like 'within,' 'among,' or 'by means of'.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition, it governs cases but does not change its own form).
Etymology: The Koine Greek preposition 'ἘΝ' derives from the Proto-Indo-European root *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, reflecting its ancient origin.
G3360
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb
Sounds like: MEKH-ree-toh
Translations: until, up to, as far as, while, during
Notes: This word is likely a misspelling or a variant of 'μέχρι' (mechri), which means 'until', 'up to', or 'as far as'. It functions as a preposition or an adverb, indicating a limit in time, place, or degree. For example, it can be used to say 'until now' or 'as far as the river'. It often takes the genitive case when used as a preposition.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition/adverb)
Synonyms: ΕΩΣ, ΑΧΡΙ
G2424
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Sounds like: ee-ay-SOO
Translations: of Jesus, to Jesus, of Joshua, to Joshua
Notes: This is a proper name, referring to either Jesus Christ or Joshua, the successor of Moses. It is used to identify a specific individual.
Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Genitive or Dative
G2147
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: yoo-re-THEH-nai
Translations: to be found, to be discovered
Notes: This word is an aorist passive infinitive, meaning 'to be found' or 'to be discovered'. It describes the action of something being located or coming into existence as a result of a search or an event. It functions as a verbal noun, often used to express purpose or result.
Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΑΝΑΚΑΛΥΦΘΗΝΑΙ, ΦΑΝΗΝΑΙ
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.
G0228
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ah-lay-thee-NON
Translations: true, real, genuine, a true, a real, a genuine
Notes: This word describes something as true, real, or genuine, as opposed to false, counterfeit, or merely apparent. It emphasizes the inherent nature or quality of something. It is often used to distinguish between a copy or shadow and the original or ultimate reality. For example, 'true light' or 'true God'.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ἈΛΗΘΗΣ, ΓΝΗΣΙΟΣ, ἘΤΥΜΟΣ
G2198
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Part of Speech: Infinitive Verb
Sounds like: ZAYN
Translations: to live, to be alive
Notes: This is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'to live'. It signifies the act of living or being alive, often in a continuous sense. It is used to express the purpose or result of an action, or as the subject or object of another verb.
Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active
Etymology: From a prolonged form of a primary verb, which is probably of uncertain affinity. It refers to the act of living or being alive.
G5565
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb
Sounds like: KHO-rees
Translations: without, apart from, separately, by itself, besides
Notes: This word can function as a preposition, meaning 'without' or 'apart from', typically taking a genitive case. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'separately' or 'by itself'. It is used to indicate separation, absence, or independence from something or someone.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΑΝΕΥ, ΔΙΧΑ
Etymology: From the root of χωρίζω (chōrizō), meaning 'to separate' or 'to divide'.
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun
Sounds like: TOO-too
Translations: of this, of him, of it
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the demonstrative pronoun 'this' or 'he/she/it'. It indicates possession or origin, often translated as 'of this' or 'of him/it', and is used to point out something specific that has already been mentioned or is understood from context.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΥ
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'.
G5213
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: yoo-MEEN
Translations: (to) you, (for) you
Notes: This word is a second person plural pronoun, meaning 'you' (plural). It is in the dative case, indicating the indirect object of a verb or the recipient of an action. It can be translated as 'to you' or 'for you', depending on the context.
Inflection: Plural, Dative
G4241
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: PREH-peh-toh
Translations: it is proper, it is fitting, it is suitable, it is becoming, it is right
Notes: This word is an impersonal verb meaning 'it is proper' or 'it is fitting'. It describes what is appropriate or suitable for a given situation or person. It is often used to express a moral or social obligation, indicating what ought to be done or what is becoming. For example, one might say 'it is fitting for us to give thanks'.
Inflection: Third Person Singular, Present Indicative, Active Voice
Synonyms: ΑΡΜΟΖΩ, ΕΙΚΩ
G5599, G3739
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Part of Speech: Letter, Interjection, Relative Pronoun
Sounds like: OH-meh-gah (as a letter); OH (as an interjection); OH (as a pronoun)
Translations: Omega, O, Oh, the end, the last, (to) whom, (to) which, (to) what, (to) that, (to) who, (to) those, (to) whomsoever, (to) whatsoever
Notes: This character, Omega, is the twenty-fourth and final letter of the Greek alphabet. As a letter, it represents the long 'o' sound. It can also function as an interjection, similar to 'O' or 'Oh' in English, used for direct address or exclamation. Furthermore, without diacritics, 'Ω' can represent the dative singular form of the relative pronoun 'ὅς, ἥ, ὅ', meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what', depending on context and gender. It can refer to a person or thing that is the indirect object of an action.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a letter or interjection); Dative, Singular, All genders (as a relative pronoun)
Etymology: The letter Omega is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'. Its name literally means 'great O' (ō mega), distinguishing it from Omicron ('small O'). As a relative pronoun, it originates from Proto-Indo-European roots.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TAH
Translations: the
Notes: ΤΑ is the neuter plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, indicating that a noun is definite or previously mentioned. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies, and in this form, it can be used for both nominative (subject) and accusative (direct object) cases.
Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into a definite article in Greek.
G1199
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: DES-ma
Translations: bonds, chains, fetters, imprisonment
Notes: This word refers to physical restraints like chains or fetters, or metaphorically to the bonds of imprisonment or captivity. It is typically used in the plural to denote a set of such restraints.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΛΥΣΙΣ, ΔΕΣΜΟΣ, ΠΕΔΗ
Etymology: From the verb δέω (deō), meaning 'to bind'.
G4064
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: peh-ree-FEH-roh
Translations: carry about, bear about, lead about, take around
Notes: This verb means to carry something around, bear it about, or lead someone around. It implies movement in a circular or widespread manner. It can be used to describe physically carrying an object or metaphorically bearing a condition or reputation. For example, one might 'carry about' chains or 'bear about' a certain name.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular
Synonyms: ΦΕΡΩ, ΑΓΩ, ΒΑΣΤΑΖΩ
Etymology: From the prefix περί (peri), meaning 'around' or 'about', and the verb φέρω (pherō), meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'. Thus, it literally means 'to carry around'.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun
Sounds like: TOOS
Translations: the, them, those
Notes: ΤΟΥΣ is the masculine plural accusative form of the definite article or demonstrative pronoun 'ὁ'. As an article, it functions like 'the' in English, specifying a noun that is already known or has been previously mentioned. As a pronoun, it means 'them' or 'those', referring to a group of masculine individuals or things in the accusative case, indicating they are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *so- (demonstrative pronoun).
G4152
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: pnyoo-mah-tee-KOOS
Translations: spiritual, a spiritual, spiritual ones
Notes: This word describes something related to the spirit, or that which is spiritual in nature. It can refer to things that are divine, heavenly, or pertaining to the Holy Spirit. It is often used to distinguish between physical or worldly things and those that are of a higher, non-material realm. In the provided examples, it modifies nouns like 'pearls' (spiritual pearls) and 'fathers' (spiritual fathers), indicating a quality or characteristic related to the spirit.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΠΝΕΥΜΑΤΙΚΑ, ΠΝΕΥΜΑΤΙΚΟΝ
G3175
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: mar-ga-REE-tas
Translations: pearls, a pearl
Notes: This word refers to pearls, which are valuable gems. In ancient contexts, pearls were highly prized and often used as a metaphor for something precious or of great worth. It is used in sentences to describe literal pearls or, metaphorically, things of spiritual value.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine
G3739
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: OYS
Translations: to whom, to which, to what
Notes: This word is a relative pronoun, meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what'. It is used to introduce a relative clause, connecting it to a noun or pronoun in the main clause. It indicates the indirect object of the verb in the relative clause, showing to whom or to what an action is directed. It can refer to people or things and is used for all genders.
Inflection: Dative, Plural, All genders
Synonyms: ΤΙΣ, ὉΠΟΙΟΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun and is a common form for relative pronouns across Indo-European languages.
G1096
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: GEH-noi-toh
Translations: let it be, may it be, so be it, amen
Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to become' or 'to happen'. In this specific form, it is in the optative mood, which expresses a wish, a prayer, or a strong desire. It is often translated as 'let it be' or 'may it happen', similar to the English 'amen' when used to affirm a statement or prayer.
Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Optative, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ἘΙΗ, ΓΕΝΗΘΗΤΩ
Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born'.
G1473
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: MOY
Translations: (to) me, (for) me
Notes: ΜΟΙ is the dative form of the first-person singular pronoun 'I'. It is used to indicate the indirect object of a verb, showing to whom or for whom an action is performed. It can also express possession or benefit.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, First Person
Synonyms: ΕΜΟΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a very ancient word, found across many Indo-European languages.
G0393
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-nah-TEH-nai
Translations: to rise, to spring up, to appear, to cause to rise
Notes: This is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb ἀνατέλλω. It means 'to rise' or 'to spring up', often used in contexts of the sun rising, plants growing, or light appearing. It can also mean 'to cause to rise' or 'to bring forth'. It describes an action of emergence or beginning.
Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active
Synonyms: ΑΝΑΦΥΩ, ΑΝΑΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΦΥΩ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun
Sounds like: TAY
Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the, who, which
Notes: This word is the dative singular feminine form of the definite article, meaning 'to the', 'for the', 'by the', 'with the', or 'in the' when used with a feminine noun in the dative case. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', referring to a feminine antecedent. It is used to specify a particular feminine noun or to introduce a relative clause.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine
Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed from an earlier demonstrative pronoun in Ancient Greek.
G4335
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: pros-YOO-khee
Translations: prayer, a prayer, supplication
Notes: This word refers to an act of prayer or supplication, a communication with God or a deity. It is commonly used to describe the act of worship or a specific request made in prayer. It can be used in contexts ranging from personal devotion to public worship.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΔΕΗΣΙΣ, ΕΥΧΗ
Etymology: From Ancient Greek προσεύχομαι (proseúkhomai, “to pray”), from πρός (prós, “to, toward”) + εὔχομαι (eúkhomai, “to pray, to wish”). It literally means 'a prayer directed towards'.
G5216
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: hoo-MOHN
Translations: (of) you, your
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the second-person personal pronoun, meaning 'of you' or 'your' when referring to multiple people. It indicates possession, origin, or relationship concerning a group of people being addressed. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'the house of you' (your house) or 'from among you'.
Inflection: Second Person, Plural, Genitive
G3588, G3739, G3778, G5101
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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun
Sounds like: HAYS
Translations: (of) the, (of) who, (of) which, (of) this, (of) that, (of) what
Notes: The word "ΗΣ" is a versatile form in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as the genitive singular for masculine and feminine nouns. It can be the genitive singular of the definite article 'the', indicating possession or relationship. It can also be the genitive singular of the relative pronoun 'who/which', connecting clauses, or the demonstrative pronoun 'this/that', pointing to something specific. Additionally, it can be the genitive singular of the interrogative pronoun 'what/who', used in questions.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine
G0104
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: ah-EH-ee
Translations: always, ever, continually, at all times
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'always' or 'ever'. It indicates something that happens without interruption, continuously, or at all times. It can be used to describe an action or state that is perpetual or ongoing.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΠΑΝΤΟΤΕ, ΔΙΑΠΑΝΤΟΣ
Etymology: The word 'ἈΕΙ' comes from an ancient root meaning 'ever' or 'always'. It is related to words indicating duration or perpetuity.
G3348
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: meh-TAKH-on
Translations: having a share in, partaking, sharing, participating
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ΜΕΤΕΧΩ', meaning 'to have a share in' or 'to partake of'. It describes someone who is currently or has been involved in or sharing something. It is often followed by a genitive case to indicate what is being shared or partaken of.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter, Present, Active, Participle
Synonyms: ΚΟΙΝΩΝΕΩ, ΜΕΡΙΖΩ
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EYE-nah-ee
Translations: to be, to exist, to happen, to become
Notes: This is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'to be'. It expresses existence, identity, or a state of being. It can also be used to indicate purpose or result, especially when preceded by the genitive article 'τοῦ' (tou), in which case it can be translated as 'in order to be' or 'for the purpose of being'.
Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active. Does not inflect for person, number, gender, or case.
Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ
G2819
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KLEE-roh
Translations: (to) lot, (to) a lot, (to) inheritance, (to) an inheritance, (to) portion, (to) a portion, (to) share, (to) a share
Notes: This word is a noun referring to a lot, an inheritance, or a portion. It is often used in the context of casting lots to make decisions or referring to a divinely appointed share or inheritance. In this dative form, it indicates the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to a lot' or 'for a lot'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΜΕΡΙΣ, ΚΛΗΡΟΝΟΜΙΑ
G2181
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: eh-feh-SEE-ohn
Translations: of Ephesians, Ephesians
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective or noun 'Ephesian'. It refers to people or things belonging to or originating from the city of Ephesus. It is often used to denote the inhabitants of Ephesus or something associated with them.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine
Etymology: From the city name Ἔφεσος (Ephesos), referring to the ancient Greek city in Asia Minor.
G2147
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: yoo-re-THOH
Translations: be found, be discovered, be obtained, be acquired
Notes: This is a verb in the aorist passive subjunctive mood. It means 'to be found' or 'to be discovered'. It is used to express a potential or hypothetical action in the passive voice, often in conditional clauses or expressions of purpose, indicating that something might be found or come into existence.
Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Subjunctive, First Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΕΥΡΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΑΠΟΚΑΛΥΠΤΩ
G5546
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KHRIS-tee-ah-NOHN
Translations: of Christians
Notes: This word refers to those who are followers of Christ, or adherents to the Christian faith. It is a compound word derived from 'Christos' (Christ) and a suffix indicating belonging or adherence. It is used to describe the community or group of believers.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΑΓΙΟΙ, ΠΙΣΤΟΙ
Etymology: The word ΧΡΙΣΤΙΑΝΟΣ (Christianos) is derived from ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ (Christos), meaning 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah', with the Latin suffix -ianus, indicating adherence or belonging. It was first used in Antioch to describe the followers of Jesus.
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.
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.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: toys
Translations: to the, for the, the
Notes: ΤΟΙΣ is the dative plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, but specifically indicates the indirect object or the recipient of an action, or location/instrument when used with a dative noun. It can be used with masculine, feminine, or neuter nouns in the plural.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, All genders
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into the definite article in Greek.
G0652
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-po-STO-loys
Translations: to apostles, for apostles
Notes: This word refers to those who are sent out with a specific mission or message, often with authority. In a Christian context, it most commonly refers to the twelve disciples of Jesus Christ who were sent out to preach the Gospel, or to other early Christian leaders like Paul who were given a special commission. It is used here in the dative case, indicating the recipient or beneficiary of an action, such as following or giving something to them.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΚΕΣ, ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΣΤΑΙ
G3842
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: PAN-toh-teh
Translations: always, at all times, ever
Notes: This word means 'always' or 'at all times'. It is used to indicate that an action or state is continuous or happens without exception. For example, one might say 'he always speaks the truth' or 'she is always joyful'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΑΕΙ, ΔΙΑΠΑΝΤΟΣ
Etymology: From πᾶς (pas, “all”) and ὅτε (hote, “when”). It literally means 'at all times'.
G4909
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: soon-AY-neh-san
Translations: they agreed, they assented, they consented
Notes: This word is the third person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb συναινέω (synainéō). It means 'they agreed together' or 'they assented'. It describes an action completed in the past where multiple individuals came to a mutual agreement or gave their consent.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΦΩΝΗΣΑΝ, ΩΜΟΛΟΓΗΣΑΝ
Etymology: The verb συναινέω (synainéō) is a compound word formed from the preposition σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb αἰνέω (ainéō), meaning 'to praise' or 'to approve'. Thus, it literally means 'to approve together' or 'to praise together', leading to the sense of agreement or assent.
G1411
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: DY-na-me
Translations: (by) power, (by) strength, (by) ability, (by) might, (by) force, (by) miracle
Notes: This word refers to inherent power, strength, or ability. It can also denote miraculous power or a specific miracle. In this form, it is typically used to indicate the means or instrument by which something is done, often translated with 'by' or 'in'. It is a compound word, but its root is a single word.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΙ, ΚΡΑΤΕΙ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΙ
G5547
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: khri-STOO
Translations: of Christ, of the Anointed One, of the Messiah
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ' (Christos), meaning 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. It refers to the one chosen and consecrated by God, particularly Jesus. As a genitive case, 'ΧΡΙΣΤΟΥ' indicates possession, origin, or relationship, often translated as 'of Christ' or 'belonging to Christ'. It can be used to describe something that pertains to Christ or is from Christ.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ, ΕΚΛΕΚΤΟΣ
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