Ignatius’ Letter to the Trallians Chapter 5, Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

Ignatius’ Letter to the Trallians, Chapter 5

Interlinear version from Ignatius of Antioch (Beta)

5:1

ΜΗ
- MĒ
- not
ΟΥ̓
- OU
- not
ΔΥΝΑΜΑΙ
- DYNAMAI
- I-am-able
ΥΜΙΝ
- YMIN
- to-you
ΤΑ
- TA
- the
ἘΠΟΥΡΑΝΙΑ
- EPOURANIA
- heavenly-things
ΓΡΑΨΑΙ
- GRAPSAI
- to-write
ἈΛΛΑ
- ALLA
- but
ΦΟΒΟΥΜΑΙ
- PHOBOUMAI
- I-fear
ΜΗ
- MĒ
- lest
ΝΗΠΙΟΙΣ
- NĒPIOIS
- to-infants
ΟΥ̓ΣΙΝ
- OUSIN
- being
ΥΜΙΝ
- YMIN
- to-you
ΒΛΑΒΗΝ
- BLABĒN
- harm
ΠΑΡΑΘΩ
- PARATHŌ
- I-might-offer
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΣΥΓΓΝΩΜΟΝΕΙΤΕ
- SYGGNŌMONEITE
- forgive-me
ΜΟΙ
- MOI
- to-me
ΜΗΠΟΤΕ
- MĒPOTE
- lest-ever
ΟΥ̓
- OU
- not
ἘΓΩ
- EGŌ
- I
ΟΥ̓
- OU
- not
ΚΑΘΟΤΙ
- KATHOTI
- because
ΔΕΔΕΜΑΙ
- DEDEMAI
- I-have-been-bound
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΔΥΝΑΜΑΙ
- DYNAMAI
- I-am-able
ΝΟΙΝ
- NOIN
- to-mind
ΤΑ
- TA
- the
ἘΠΟΥΡΑΝΙΑ
- EPOURANIA
- heavenly-things
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΤΑΣ
- TAS
- the
ΤΟΠΟΘΕΣΙΑΣ
- TOPOTHESIAS
- arrangements
ΤΑΣ
- TAS
- the
ἈΓΓΕΛΙΚΑΣ
- AGGELIKAS
- angelic
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΤΑΣ
- TAS
- the
ΣΥΣΤΑΣΕΙΣ
- SYSTASEIS
- compositions
ΤΑΣ
- TAS
- the
ἈΡΧΟΝΤΙΚΑΣ
- ARCHONTIKAS
- ruling
ΟΡΑΤΑ
- ORATA
- visible
ΤΕ
- TE
- and
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ἈΟΡΑΤΑ
- AORATA
- invisible
ΠΑΡΑ
- PARA
- beyond
ΤΟΥΤΟ
- TOUTO
- this
ἨΔΗ
- ĒDĒ
- already
ΚΑΙ
- KAI
- and
ΜΑΘΗΤΗΣ
- MATHĒTĒS
- disciple
ΕἸΜΙ
- EIMI
- I-am
ΠΟΛΛΑ
- POLLA
- many-things
ΓΑΡ
- GAR
- for
ΗΜΙΝ
- ĒMIN
- to-us
ΛΕΙΠΕΙ
- LEIPEI
- are-lacking
ΙΝΑ
- INA
- so-that
ΘΕΟΥ
- THEOU
- of-God
ΜΗ
- MĒ
- not
ΛΕΙΠΩΜΕΘΑ
- LEIPŌMETHA
- we-might-be-lacking

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.

G1410

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DOO-na-mahee

Translations: I am able, I can, I have power, I am strong enough

Notes: This verb means 'to be able', 'to have power', or 'to be strong enough'. It is often used to express capability or possibility, indicating that someone has the capacity or permission to do something. It can be followed by an infinitive to show what one is able to do.

Inflection: First person singular, Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive

Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΩ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΖΩ

Etymology: From δύναμις (dynamis), meaning 'power' or 'ability'. It is related to the concept of inherent strength or capacity.

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.

G2032

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ep-oo-RAH-nee-ah

Translations: heavenly, celestial, things in heaven, heavenly things

Notes: This word describes something that is in heaven, from heaven, or pertaining to heaven. It can refer to the spiritual realm, the dwelling place of God, or anything that originates from or exists in the celestial sphere. When used substantively, especially in the neuter plural as in the examples, it refers to 'heavenly things' or 'things in the heavens'.

Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΡΑΝΙΟΣ, ΟΥ̓ΡΑΝΟΣ

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'.

G3516

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: NAY-pee-oys

Translations: infants, children, little children, babes, simple-minded, immature, foolish, to infants, to children, to little children, to babes, to simple-minded, to immature, to foolish

Notes: This word refers to infants or young children, but it can also be used metaphorically to describe someone who is immature, simple-minded, or foolish, lacking understanding or spiritual maturity. It is used here in the dative plural, indicating 'to' or 'for' these individuals.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΑΙΔΙΑ, ΒΡΕΦΗ

G3908

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pah-rah-THOH

Translations: I will set before, I will present, I will commit, I will entrust, I will commend

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to set before, to present, to commit, or to entrust'. It is often used in the context of placing something in front of someone, or entrusting something into their care. It can also mean to commend someone or something to another's protection or care. In this form, it indicates a future action.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Future, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ, ΕΓΧΕΙΡΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word παρατίθημι is a compound word formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to place' or 'to put'. Thus, its core meaning is 'to place alongside' or 'to set before'.

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.

G4784

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soong-gno-mo-NEH-teh

Translations: forgive, pardon, excuse

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to forgive, pardon, or excuse. It is used to request or command someone to show leniency or understanding. It implies overlooking a fault or granting a favor by not holding something against someone.

Inflection: 2nd Person, Plural, Present, Active, Imperative

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ΣΥΝ (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together with', and ΓΝΩΜΩΝ (gnomon), meaning 'one who knows' or 'a judge', which comes from ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ (ginosko), meaning 'to know'. Thus, it implies knowing or judging together, leading to the sense of understanding and forgiving.

G3379

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: MAY-po-teh

Translations: lest, perhaps, never, at any time, by no means

Notes: ΜΗΠΟΤΕ is a compound adverb formed from the negative particle ΜΗ (mē) and the indefinite adverb ΠΟΤΕ (pote). It is used to express a negative possibility, a fear that something might happen, or a rhetorical question implying a negative answer. Depending on the context, it can be translated as 'lest,' 'perhaps,' 'never,' or 'at any time.' It often introduces a clause expressing a feared outcome or a possibility that is being denied.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΗΠΩΣ, ΜΗ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the negative particle ΜΗ (mē), meaning 'not,' and the indefinite adverb ΠΟΤΕ (pote), meaning 'at some time' or 'ever.'

G1473

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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.

G2526

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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kah-THO-tee

Translations: inasmuch as, according as, because, since, as, just as

Notes: This word is a compound conjunction or adverb meaning 'inasmuch as' or 'because'. It is used to introduce a clause that explains the reason or manner of something, similar to 'since' or 'as'. It can also mean 'according as' or 'just as', indicating conformity or correspondence.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΙ, ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΩΣΠΕΡ

Etymology: ΚΑΘΟΤΙ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down, according to', and the conjunction ΟΤΙ (hoti), meaning 'that, because'.

G1210

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DEH-deh-mai

Translations: I have been bound, I am bound, I have been tied, I am tied

Notes: This is the first person singular perfect passive indicative form of the verb δέω (deō), meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie'. The perfect tense indicates an action completed in the past with continuing results in the present. Therefore, 'I have been bound' implies that the state of being bound continues into the present, or 'I am bound' as a result of a past action. It describes a state of being restrained or imprisoned.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΔΕΩ, ΚΑΤΑΔΕΩ

Etymology: The word δέω (deō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to tie' or 'to bind'.

G5117

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: toh-poh-the-SEE-as

Translations: of position, of location, of situation, of place

Notes: This word is a compound noun, meaning 'a placing of a place' or 'a position'. It refers to the act of placing something or the resulting location or situation. It is used to describe the specific spot or arrangement of something.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΟΠΟΣ, ΘΕΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word τοποθεσία (topothesia) is a compound of two Greek words: τόπος (topos), meaning 'place', and θέσις (thesis), meaning 'a placing' or 'a setting'. It literally means 'a placing of a place'.

G4927

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: soo-STA-sees

Translations: recommendations, commendations, proofs, collections, combinations, assemblies

Notes: This word refers to recommendations or commendations, often in the sense of letters of introduction or endorsement. It can also denote a collection, combination, or assembly of things or people, or even a proof or demonstration. In a sentence, it might be used to describe formal endorsements or gatherings.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΟΛΑΙ, ΣΥΝΟΔΟΙ, ΑΠΟΔΕΙΞΕΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΣΤΑΣΙΣ comes from the verb ΣΥΝΙΣΤΗΜΙ (or ΣΥΝΙΣΤΑΩ/ΣΥΝΙΣΤΑΝΩ), meaning 'to stand together,' 'to combine,' or 'to commend.' It is formed from the prefix ΣΥΝ- (syn-), meaning 'with' or 'together,' and the root ἵστημι (histēmi), meaning 'to stand.'

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ar-khon-TEE-kas

Translations: princely, lordly, magisterial, of a ruler, of a magistrate

Notes: This word describes something as being characteristic of a ruler or a magistrate, or pertaining to their authority and dignity. It can be used to describe actions, qualities, or possessions that are fitting for someone in a position of power or authority.

Inflection: Accusative Plural, Masculine or Feminine; or Genitive Singular, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΑΣΙΛΙΚΟΣ, ΚΥΡΙΑΚΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΡΧΟΝΤΙΚΟΣ is derived from the Koine Greek word ΑΡΧΩΝ (archon), meaning 'ruler' or 'magistrate', combined with the adjectival suffix -ικος, which indicates 'pertaining to' or 'characteristic of'.

G5037

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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Particle

Sounds like: TEH

Translations: and, both, also, even, then, so, indeed

Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears after the word it modifies or connects. It functions as a conjunction, often translated as 'and' or 'both...and', connecting words, phrases, or clauses. It can also add emphasis or indicate a consequence, sometimes translated as 'also' or 'even'. When used in pairs (τε...τε or τε...καί), it means 'both...and'. It is less emphatic than 'καί' (kai) and often implies a closer connection or a more natural pairing between the elements it joins.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΔΕ, ΑΛΛΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kʷe, a clitic particle meaning 'and'. It is cognate with Latin -que and Sanskrit ca.

G0275

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Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-o-RAH-tah

Translations: unseen, invisible, invisible things, unseen things

Notes: This word describes something that cannot be seen or is not visible to the eye. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix 'α-' (alpha privative, meaning 'not' or 'without') and 'ορατός' (visible). It is often used to refer to spiritual or divine realities that are beyond human perception.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word ΑΟΡΑΤΟΣ is formed from the alpha privative (α-) and the adjective ΟΡΑΤΟΣ (visible), which comes from the verb ΟΡΑΩ (to see).

G3844

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Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: pah-RAH

Translations: from, by, with, beside, at, near, alongside, to

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it typically means 'from' or 'from beside', indicating origin or agency. With the dative case, it means 'with', 'beside', or 'at', indicating proximity or presence. With the accusative case, it means 'alongside', 'to', or 'past', indicating motion towards or along something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'beside', 'alongside'. It is cognate with English 'for' and 'from'.

G3778

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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toh

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΣ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

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

G2235

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: AY-day

Translations: already, now, by this time, forthwith, even now

Notes: This word is an adverb used to indicate that something has happened or is happening at the present moment, or has happened prior to the present moment. It can convey a sense of immediacy or completion. For example, it can mean 'already' when referring to something that has taken place, or 'now' when emphasizing the current time.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΝΥΝ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΕΥΘΕΩΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁eh₂dʰ- (to be present, to be here). It is related to the demonstrative pronoun 'ho' (this) and the particle 'de' (now, indeed).

G3101

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Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: mah-thay-TAYS

Translations: disciple, student, learner, a disciple, a student, a learner

Notes: This word refers to a learner, pupil, or student, especially one who follows the teachings and example of a master. In the New Testament, it is most commonly used to describe followers of Jesus Christ. It implies a close relationship of learning and adherence to the teacher's way of life.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΑΘΗΤΕΥΤΗΣ, ΕΚΜΑΘΗΤΗΣ

Etymology: From the verb μανθάνω (manthanō), meaning 'to learn' or 'to understand'. It describes one who is engaged in the act of learning or being taught.

G1510

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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.

G4183

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Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: POL-lah

Translations: much, many, great, abundant, often, greatly, many things

Notes: This word is an inflection of the adjective 'ΠΟΛΥΣ' (polys), meaning 'much' or 'many'. As an adjective, 'ΠΟΛΛΑ' typically functions as the neuter plural nominative or accusative, meaning 'many things' or 'much'. It can also function as an adverb, meaning 'often' or 'greatly'. It is used to indicate a large quantity or frequency.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative (of the adjective ΠΟΛΥΣ); or Adverb

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΙΚΑΝΟΣ

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.

G3007

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Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: LEI-pei

Translations: he lacks, she lacks, it lacks, he is lacking, she is lacking, it is lacking, he fails, she fails, it fails, he is left, she is left, it is left, he is wanting, she is wanting, it is wanting

Notes: This word is the third person singular present active indicative form of the verb ΛΕΙΠΩ. It means 'to lack,' 'to be wanting,' 'to fail,' or 'to be left behind.' It describes a state where something is missing or insufficient, or when an action or person falls short or is left behind.

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

Synonyms: ΥΣΤΕΡΕΙ, ΕΚΛΕΙΠΕΙ, ΑΠΟΛΕΙΠΕΙ

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.

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