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Book Two, Chapter 18
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G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Letter
Sounds like: OH
Translations: the, who, which, O
Notes: Ο is primarily the masculine singular nominative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun, similar to 'the' in English. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', introducing a relative clause. Additionally, 'Ο' is the fifteenth letter of the Greek alphabet, Omicron, which corresponds to the short 'o' sound.
Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative (for the article/relative pronoun); Does not inflect (for the letter)
Etymology: The definite article 'Ο' derives from Proto-Indo-European. The letter 'Ο' (Omicron) is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'.
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Part of Speech: Letter, Numeral
Sounds like: DEL-tah
Translations: Delta, four, 4
Notes: Δ (Delta) is the fourth letter of the Greek alphabet. In the Greek numeral system, it represents the number four. It is also used as a symbol in various contexts, including mathematics and science, though its primary function in Koine Greek texts is as a letter or a numeral.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The Greek letter Delta is derived from the Phoenician letter Dalet, which means 'door'.
G2251
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: hay-MEH-teh-ross
Translations: our, ours, our own
Notes: This word is a possessive adjective meaning 'our' or 'belonging to us'. It is used to indicate possession by a group of people, similar to how 'my' indicates possession by a single person. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it modifies.
Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular
Synonyms: ΗΜΩΝ
Etymology: From the Koine Greek pronoun 'ἡμεῖς' (hēmeis), meaning 'we'. It is a possessive adjective formed from this pronoun.
G3550
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: noh-moh-THEH-tays
Translations: lawgiver, a lawgiver
Notes: This word refers to someone who establishes or enacts laws. It can describe a person who creates a legal system or a divine being who gives commandments. It is typically used in a nominative case to identify the subject as the lawgiver.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΝΟΜΟΔΟΤΗΣ
Etymology: This is a compound word derived from two Greek words: ΝΟΜΟΣ (NOMOS), meaning 'law', and ΤΙΘΗΜΙ (TITHĒMI), meaning 'to place' or 'to set'. Thus, it literally means 'one who places or sets laws'.
G0297
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun
Sounds like: AM-foh
Translations: both
Notes: This word is an adjective or pronoun meaning 'both'. It is used to refer to two people or things previously mentioned or understood from the context, indicating that the statement applies to each of them. It is often used in conjunction with a noun or pronoun to specify 'both of them' or 'both of these'.
Inflection: Dual, Nominative or Accusative, All genders
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'around' or 'on both sides'.
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: TOW-tah
Translations: these, these things
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'these' or 'these things'. It refers to something previously mentioned or understood from the context, pointing it out specifically. As a pronoun, it stands in place of a noun, while as an adjective, it modifies a noun.
Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ
G0000
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: soon-har-MOH-sen
Translations: he fitted together, she fitted together, it fitted together, he joined together, she joined together, it joined together, he adapted, she adapted, it adapted, he harmonized, she harmonized, it harmonized
Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to fit together', 'to join together', 'to adapt', or 'to harmonize'. It is a compound word formed from the prefix ΣΥΝ- (SYN-), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ἁρμόζω (HARMOZO), meaning 'to fit' or 'to join'. It describes the action of bringing different parts into a coherent or suitable whole. For example, one might say 'he fitted the pieces together' or 'it harmonized the elements'.
Inflection: 3rd Person Singular, Aorist, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΣΥΝΔΕΩ, ΣΥΝΑΡΜΟΓΕΩ
G2596
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: KAH-tah
Translations: down, according to, against, throughout, by, during, concerning, along
Notes: ΚΑΤΑ is a versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often indicates movement 'down from,' opposition 'against,' or reference 'concerning' something. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'down along,' 'according to,' 'throughout,' 'during,' or 'by' means of something. It can express direction, distribution, opposition, or a standard.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙ, ΔΙΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kmtá, meaning 'down, with'. It is related to other prepositions and adverbs in various Indo-European languages.
G4183
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: pol-LEEN
Translations: much, a lot of, great, many, a great deal, abundant
Notes: This word describes a large quantity, amount, or degree of something. It is used to indicate that there is a significant number or measure of the noun it modifies. It can be translated as 'much,' 'many,' 'great,' or 'abundant,' depending on the context. For example, it can refer to a great crowd, much money, or abundant grace.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΙΚΑΝΟΣ, ΜΕΓΑΣ
G1959
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ep-ee-MEH-li-ah
Translations: care, a care, diligence, attention, a concern, provision
Notes: This word refers to careful attention, diligence, or concern for something or someone. It implies a proactive and thoughtful approach to providing for or looking after a matter. It is often used in contexts where someone is taking responsibility or making provisions.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΦΡΟΝΤΙΣ, ΜΕΡΙΜΝΑ, ΠΡΟΝΟΙΑ
G3777
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: OO-teh
Translations: neither, nor, and not
Notes: This word is a conjunction used to connect two or more negative clauses or phrases. It often appears in a correlative construction, meaning 'neither... nor'. For example, 'neither this nor that'. It emphasizes the complete absence or negation of all listed items.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΔΕ
Etymology: From the negative particle οὐ (ou, 'not') and the enclitic conjunction τέ (te, 'and'). It literally means 'and not'.
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.
G2974
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: KOH-fayn
Translations: deaf, mute, dumb, dull, blind, a deaf person, a mute person
Notes: This word describes someone who is unable to hear (deaf) or unable to speak (mute/dumb). It can also be used metaphorically to describe something that is dull, unresponsive, or blind in a figurative sense, such as a dull sound or a blind alley. It is often used to describe a physical condition but can extend to a lack of perception or responsiveness.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΑΛΑΛΟΣ, ΑΦΩΝΟΣ
G0620
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-peh-LIH-peh
Translations: he left behind, she left behind, it left behind, he abandoned, she abandoned, it abandoned, he forsook, she forsook, it forsook
Notes: This word means 'to leave behind', 'to abandon', or 'to forsake'. It is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb λείπω (leipo), meaning 'to leave' or 'to lack'. It describes the act of departing from something or someone, often implying a permanent separation or neglect.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΠΩ, ΕΚΛΕΙΠΩ
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.
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)
G2239
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: AY-thohn
Translations: of customs, of habits, of character, of morals
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the noun 'ἦθος' (ēthos). It refers to customs, habits, character, or morals. In a sentence, it would indicate possession or origin related to these concepts, for example, 'the nature of their customs' or 'from their habits'.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΤΡΟΠΟΝ, ΕΘΟΣ, ΧΑΡΑΚΤΗΡ
G0778
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: as-KAY-sin
Translations: training, discipline, exercise, practice
Notes: This word refers to a rigorous training or discipline, often in a physical or moral sense. It implies a systematic practice or exercise aimed at achieving proficiency or a particular state. It can be used to describe military training, athletic exercise, or even spiritual discipline.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΠΑΙΔΕΙΑ, ΓΥΜΝΑΣΙΑ
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.
G1537
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: EK
Translations: out of, from, of
Notes: ἘΚ is a preposition meaning 'out of' or 'from,' indicating origin, source, or separation. It always governs the genitive case, meaning the noun or pronoun following it will be in the genitive form. It can also be used to express the cause or means by which something occurs.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἈΠΌ
Etymology: From a primary preposition, meaning 'out of' or 'from'. It is a fundamental word in Greek, indicating separation or origin.
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.
G3551
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: noh-MOO
Translations: of law, of a law, law
Notes: This word refers to a law, principle, or custom. In the New Testament, it often refers to the Mosaic Law, but can also denote a general principle or rule. It is used to describe a standard of conduct or a body of regulations.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΕΝΤΟΛΗ, ΔΙΚΑΙΩΜΑ, ΚΑΝΩΝ
Etymology: From a root meaning 'to parcel out, distribute'. It refers to that which is assigned or appointed, hence a custom or law.
G3056
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: LOH-gon
Translations: word, a word, message, a message, account, an account, reason, a reason, saying, a saying
Notes: This word refers to a word, message, statement, or account. It can also denote reason, speech, or a divine utterance. In a sentence, it often functions as the direct object, indicating what is being spoken, heard, or discussed.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΕΠΟΣ, ΜΥΘΟΣ
G0674
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ah-PRAK-ton
Translations: inactive, ineffective, useless, fruitless, without effect, an inactive thing, a useless thing
Notes: This word describes something that is inactive, ineffective, or useless. It refers to something that is not functioning or producing the desired result. It can be used to describe a person who is idle or a plan that has no impact.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΑΡΓΟΣ, ΑΝΕΝΕΡΓΗΤΟΣ, ΑΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ
Etymology: The word is a compound of the negative prefix ἀ- (a-, 'not') and πρακτός (praktos, 'done, effective'), which comes from πράσσω (prassō, 'to do, to accomplish'). Thus, it literally means 'not done' or 'not effective'.
G1439
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ee-AH-sen
Translations: he allowed, he permitted, he let, he suffered
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to allow,' 'to permit,' or 'to let go.' It describes an action where someone gives permission or refrains from preventing something. It is often used in contexts where one person grants another the freedom to act or to be in a certain state.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular
Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ
Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to the concept of 'leaving' or 'letting go.'
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.
G2112
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: YOO-thoos
Translations: immediately, at once, straightway, forthwith
Notes: This word functions as an adverb, indicating that something happens without delay or directly. It is used to express immediacy in time, meaning 'at once' or 'straightway'. It can also refer to a direct path or manner, meaning 'straight' or 'directly'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΧΡΗΜΑ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ
Etymology: From the Greek word εὐθύς (euthys), meaning 'straight' or 'direct'. It developed into an adverb indicating immediacy.
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'.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: THAYS
Translations: of the
Notes: ΤΗΣ is the genitive, singular, feminine form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for feminine singular nouns. For example, 'the house of the woman' would use ΤΗΣ for 'of the woman'. It functions similarly to 'of the' in English.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Etymology: The Greek definite article 'Ο' (of which ΤΗΣ is an inflection) derives from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun root. It evolved to function as a definite article in ancient Greek, marking nouns as specific or previously mentioned.
G4413
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PRO-tays
Translations: of first, of the first, first
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'first' in order, rank, or importance. It is used to describe something that comes before all others. For example, it can refer to the first day, the first group, or the most important person.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΑΡΧΑΙΟΣ, ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ
G0756
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: ar-KSA-meh-nos
Translations: beginning, having begun, starting, having started, from
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'archō', meaning 'to begin' or 'to rule'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already started or is in the process of starting. It often indicates the point from which something originates or commences, or the person who initiates an action. It can be translated as 'beginning', 'having begun', or 'from' when indicating a starting point.
Inflection: Aorist, Middle/Passive, Masculine, Singular, Nominative
Synonyms: ΕΝΑΡΞΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΑΤΑΡΞΑΜΕΝΟΣ
G5160
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: tro-FES
Translations: of food, of nourishment, of sustenance
Notes: This word refers to food, nourishment, or sustenance. It is used to describe anything that provides nourishment, whether literal food for the body or spiritual sustenance. It is a feminine noun.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΣΙΤΟΣ, ΒΡΩΜΑ, ΕΔΕΣΜΑ
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.
G3624
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: OY-kon
Translations: house, a house, home, a home, household, a household, temple, a temple
Notes: This word refers to a dwelling place, a building where people live, or a household including its inhabitants and possessions. It can also refer to a temple or a place of worship. In the provided context, it is used in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of a verb, often meaning 'to build a house' or 'into the house'.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑ, ΟΙΚΗΜΑ
G1538
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun
Sounds like: eh-KAS-tohn
Translations: of each, of every one, of their own, of everyone's, of each one's
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective/pronoun 'each' or 'every'. It is used to indicate possession or relationship for multiple individual items or persons, meaning 'of each one' or 'of every one'. It can also be translated as 'of their own' when referring to the possessions or characteristics of individuals within a group.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All Genders
Etymology: From a compound of Greek 'ek' (out of) and 'hekastos' (each). It refers to the distribution of something to individuals.
G1254
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: dee-AH-ee-tays
Translations: of a mode of life, of a dwelling, of a habitation, of a way of living
Notes: This word refers to a mode or manner of life, a way of living, or a dwelling place. It describes the general conduct or habits of a person, or the place where someone resides. It is often used in contexts discussing one's lifestyle or abode.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΒΙΟΣ, ΚΑΤΟΙΚΙΑ, ΖΩΗ
G3762
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: oo-DEN
Translations: nothing, none, not any, no one
Notes: This word is a negative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'nothing' or 'no one' when used as a pronoun, and 'not any' or 'no' when used as an adjective. It is a compound word formed from the negative particle οὐ (ou, 'not') and the indefinite pronoun εἷς (heis, 'one'). It is used to express absolute negation.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΜΗΔΕΝ, ΟΥ̓ΔΕΝΟΣ
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).
G1024
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: bra-KHY-tah-TON
Translations: of the shortest, of the briefest, of the smallest, of the fewest
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'brachys', meaning 'short', 'brief', 'small', or 'few'. As a superlative, it indicates the highest degree of these qualities, meaning 'shortest', 'briefest', 'smallest', or 'fewest'. It is used to describe things that are exceedingly short in duration, length, or quantity, or very few in number. For example, it might describe 'of the shortest times' or 'of the fewest words'.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All genders (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter), Superlative
Synonyms: ΕΛΑΧΙΣΤΩΝ, ΟΛΙΓΙΣΤΩΝ
Etymology: The word ΒΡΑΧΥΣ (brachys) comes from Proto-Indo-European *mreǵʰ-u-, meaning 'short'. It is related to Latin brevis (brief) and English 'brief'.
G845
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ow-tek-SOO-see-on
Translations: self-governing, independent, having free will, autonomous, a self-governing thing
Notes: This word describes something or someone that is self-governing, independent, or possesses free will. It is a compound word formed from 'αὐτός' (autos), meaning 'self', and 'ἐξουσία' (exousia), meaning 'authority' or 'power'. It is used to indicate a state of being in control of oneself or one's own actions, not subject to external control.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΕΛΕΥΘΕΡΟΣ, ΑΥΤΟΝΟΜΟΣ
Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek words ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ (autos), meaning 'self', and ἘΞΟΥΣΙΑ (exousia), meaning 'authority' or 'power'. It literally means 'having power from oneself'.
G1909
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb
Sounds like: eh-PEE
Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, concerning, during, by, beside, near, among, with respect to
Notes: This is a very common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often means 'upon, over, on, at, in the time of, during, concerning, in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'upon, on, at, by, near, beside, in, for, in addition to, on the basis of, because of, in the time of, during, in the presence of, against'. With the accusative case, it typically means 'upon, on, to, against, over, for, with a view to, at, by, during, in the time of'. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'upon, besides, in addition'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to similar prepositions in other Indo-European languages, conveying ideas of 'on, upon, over'.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TAH-ees
Translations: to the, for the, the
Notes: This word is the dative plural feminine form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to indicate that the noun it modifies is feminine, plural, and in the dative case, often signifying indirect objects, recipients, or the means by which something is done. It can be translated as 'to the' or 'for the', or simply 'the' depending on the context.
Inflection: Dative, Plural, Feminine
G1013
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: boo-LEE-seh-see
Translations: to counsel, to purpose, to will, to plan, to advise, to deliberate
Notes: This word refers to the act of counseling, purposing, or planning. It describes the process of deliberation or the resulting decision or intention. It is used to express a strong desire, a deliberate choice, or a strategic plan.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΗ, ΓΝΩΜΗ, ΠΡΟΘΕΣΙΣ
Etymology: From the verb βούλομαι (boulomai), meaning 'to will, to wish, to purpose'.
G5530
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: khray-so-MEH-non
Translations: of those who will use, of those who are about to use, of those who will employ, of those who will consult
Notes: This word is a future participle derived from the verb 'χράομαι' (chraomai), meaning 'to use' or 'to employ'. As a future participle, it describes an action that is about to happen or will happen. In this genitive plural form, it refers to 'those who are going to use' or 'those who will make use of something'. It functions adjectivally or substantively, often indicating the agents or subjects of a future action.
Inflection: Future, Middle/Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine, Feminine, Neuter
Synonyms: ΧΡΗΣΟΝΤΩΝ, ΧΡΗΣΟΜΕΝΟΙΣ
G2641
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: kah-teh-LIH-pen
Translations: he left, he abandoned, he forsook, he remained, he bequeathed
Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb καταλείπω (kataleipō). It means 'he/she/it left behind,' 'abandoned,' 'forsook,' or 'remained.' It can also imply leaving something as an inheritance or legacy. It is used to describe an action completed in the past.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΕΓΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΠΩ, ΥΠΟΛΕΙΠΩ
Etymology: The word καταλείπω (kataleipō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against,' and the verb λείπω (leipō), meaning 'to leave' or 'to abandon.'
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'.
G4012
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: PEH-ree
Translations: about, concerning, around, for, on behalf of, with respect to, at, near
Notes: This word is a preposition that can take either the genitive or accusative case, and its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'about', 'concerning', 'for', or 'on behalf of'. When used with the accusative case, it usually indicates spatial 'around', 'about' (in the sense of movement or position), 'at', or 'near'. It can also be used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'around' or 'excessive'.
Inflection: Governs Genitive or Accusative case; Does not inflect itself
Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peri, meaning 'around, about'. It is cognate with English 'peri-' (as in 'perimeter') and Latin 'per'.
G4621
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: see-TEE-ohn
Translations: of food, of grain, of corn, of provisions
Notes: This word refers to food, grain, or provisions in general. It is often used in a collective sense to denote sustenance. It can be used in sentences to refer to the supply or consumption of food.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΒΡΩΜΑΤΩΝ, ΤΡΟΦΩΝ
G3745
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun
Sounds like: OH-sohn
Translations: (of) how many, (of) as many as, (of) all that, (of) whatsoever
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective/pronoun ὅσος (hosos), meaning 'how much, how great, as much as, as many as'. It is used to refer to a quantity or extent, often in a relative sense, indicating 'all that' or 'as many as' in a given context. As a genitive plural, it typically functions to show possession, origin, or a part of a larger group, often translated with 'of'.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All genders
Synonyms: PAS, HOLOS
G0568
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-pe-KHESTH-ai
Translations: to abstain, to keep oneself from, to refrain from, to hold oneself off
Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. In its middle or passive voice, it means 'to hold oneself away from' or 'to abstain from'. It is often used with a genitive case to indicate what one is abstaining from.
Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΑΦΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ, ΚΩΛΥΩ
Etymology: The verb ἀπέχω (apechō) is formed from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'.
G5534
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: KHRAY
Translations: it is necessary, it is proper, one ought, must, should
Notes: This is an impersonal verb meaning 'it is necessary' or 'it is proper'. It is often used to express a moral obligation or a logical necessity. It typically takes an infinitive or an accusative with an infinitive to complete its meaning, indicating what is necessary or proper to do.
Inflection: Impersonal, 3rd person singular, Present, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΔΕΙ, ΕΞΕΣΤΙ
Etymology: From an obsolete verb χράω (chraō), meaning 'to furnish what is needful'. It is related to words concerning use and usefulness.
G5100
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: TEE-nah
Translations: who, what, which, some, any, a certain one, something, anything
Notes: ΤΙΝΑ is an inflected form of the pronoun/adjective ΤΙΣ. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', 'anything', 'a certain one', or 'some'. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it is used in a question or a statement. It can function as both a pronoun standing alone or an adjective modifying a noun.
Inflection: Accusative Singular Masculine or Feminine, or Nominative/Accusative Plural Neuter
G4374
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pros-FEH-res-thai
Translations: to be brought to, to be offered, to be presented, to be carried, to be borne
Notes: This is the present passive infinitive form of the verb 'prospherō', meaning 'to bring to' or 'to offer'. In this passive form, it means 'to be brought to' or 'to be offered'. It can describe something being presented, carried, or borne towards someone or something, often in the context of offerings, food, or even a person being brought before an authority.
Inflection: Present, Passive, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΑΓΕΣΘΑΙ, ΠΑΡΕΧΕΣΘΑΙ
G2841
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: koy-noh-nay-SON-ton
Translations: sharing, partaking, having fellowship, associating, communicating, being a partner, of those who will share, of those who will partake
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'koinōneō', meaning 'to share' or 'to have fellowship'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action or state. In this form, it refers to 'those who will share' or 'those who will partake' in something, indicating a future action of participation or communion. It is often used to describe people who are involved together in an activity, belief, or resource.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, Masculine, Future, Active, Participle
Synonyms: ΜΕΤΕΧΟΝΤΩΝ, ΣΥΝΚΟΙΝΩΝΟΥΝΤΩΝ
G2041
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ER-gohn
Translations: of works, of deeds, of actions, of tasks
Notes: This word refers to actions, accomplishments, or tasks. It is often used in a broad sense to describe anything that is done or produced, whether good or bad. It can refer to physical labor, moral conduct, or the results of an activity.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΕΩΝ, ΠΟΙΗΜΑΤΩΝ
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.
G4932
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: soon-toh-NEE-as
Translations: of intensity, of tension, of vehemence, of earnestness, of vigor
Notes: This word refers to a state of high tension, intensity, or earnestness. It describes the quality of being stretched or strained, often implying a strong effort or vigorous application of something. It can be used to describe the intensity of a feeling, an action, or a physical state.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΝΤΑΣΙΣ, ΣΦΟΔΡΟΤΗΣ, ΠΡΟΘΥΜΙΑ
G5121
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: too-M-pah-lin
Translations: on the contrary, conversely, backwards, again, in turn
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'on the contrary' or 'conversely'. It is used to introduce a statement that is opposite to or in contrast with a previous statement. It can also mean 'backwards' or 'in turn'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἈΝΑΠΑΛΙΝ, ἘΝΑΝΤΙΩΣ, ἈΝΤΙΘΕΤΩΣ
Etymology: This word is a compound of the definite article ΤΟ (to) and the adverb ΠΑΛΙΝ (palin), meaning 'again' or 'back'. The combination forms an adverbial phrase that has come to mean 'on the contrary'.
G0372
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-nah-PAH-oo-seh-ohs
Translations: of rest, of repose, of refreshment, of a resting place
Notes: This word refers to a state of rest, cessation from labor, or a place where one can find repose. It implies a period of relief or refreshment after effort or activity. It is often used in contexts referring to physical rest, spiritual tranquility, or a place of peace.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ἩΣΥΧΙΑ, ΑΝΕΣΙΣ, ΚΑΤΑΠΑΥΣΙΣ
G3735
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: O-RON
Translations: mountain, a mountain, hill, a hill, boundary, a boundary, limit, a limit
Notes: This word refers to a mountain or a hill. It can also denote a boundary or a limit, marking the edge of a territory or a conceptual constraint. In this form, it is the accusative singular, typically used as the direct object of a verb or after certain prepositions.
Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Neuter
Synonyms: ΒΟΥΝΟΣ, ΟΡΙΟΝ
Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to Proto-Indo-European *h₃er- (to rise, to move, to stir).
G5087
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-THEE-ken
Translations: he placed, he put, he laid, he set
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'he placed,' 'he put,' 'he laid,' or 'he set.' It describes the action of someone physically putting an object or person in a particular location or position. It is often used in narratives to describe a completed action in the past.
Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist Indicative Active
Synonyms: ΒΑΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΤΑΣΣΩ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: ow-TOS
Translations: he, she, it, they, him, her, it, them, himself, herself, itself, themselves, same, very
Notes: ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is a versatile word in Koine Greek. As a third-person pronoun, it translates to 'he, she, it' or 'they' in the nominative case, and 'him, her, it' or 'them' in other cases. When used intensively, often in the nominative or immediately following the noun, it means 'himself, herself, itself, themselves' or 'even, very'. When used as an adjective with the definite article (e.g., 'ὁ αὐτὸς'), it means 'the same'. Its meaning depends on its grammatical function and position in the sentence.
Inflection: Singular or Plural, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, possibly from a pronominal stem *au- or *aw-.
G2583
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ka-NO-na
Translations: rule, a rule, standard, a standard, measure, a measure, canon, a canon
Notes: This word refers to a straight rod, a measuring line, or a ruler. Metaphorically, it signifies a rule, standard, or principle by which something is judged or guided. It can also refer to a list or a fixed collection, such as a canon of scripture.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΜΕΤΡΟΝ, ΣΤΑΘΜΟΣ, ΟΡΟΣ
G3551
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: NOH-mon
Translations: law, a law, rule, principle
Notes: The word refers to a law, rule, or principle. In the context of the Bible, it often refers to the Mosaic Law or the Law of God, but it can also refer to a general principle or custom. It is used to denote a standard of conduct or a governing regulation.
Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative
Synonyms: ΚΑΝΩΝ, ΔΙΚΑΙΩΜΑ, ΕΝΤΟΛΗ
Etymology: From a root meaning "to parcel out, distribute." It originally referred to anything assigned or apportioned, and later came to mean a custom, usage, or law.
G1722
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb
Sounds like: EN
Translations: in, on, among, by, with, at, into, to, for, toward, during, through, a, an
Notes: This word is a very common preposition in Koine Greek, meaning 'in', 'on', 'among', 'by', or 'with'. It is used to indicate location, time, or means. When used with the dative case, it typically means 'in', 'on', 'at', or 'among'. When used with the accusative case, it indicates motion 'into' or 'to' a place, or a purpose 'for' something. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'therein' or 'within'.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition). Governs the dative or accusative case.
Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ, ΔΙΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en, meaning 'in'. It is a very ancient and fundamental preposition.
G5618
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction
Sounds like: OH-sper
Translations: just as, as, even as, like, in the same way as
Notes: This word functions as a comparative adverb or conjunction, meaning 'just as' or 'even as'. It is used to introduce a clause that draws a comparison or analogy, indicating that something is happening or is true in the same manner or degree as something else. It emphasizes the similarity between two things or actions.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑΠΕΡ
Etymology: From the adverb ὡς (hōs, "as") and the particle περ (per, "indeed, very"), emphasizing the comparison.
G5259
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: hoo-POH
Translations: under, by, from, with, subject to, at the hand of
Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the dative case, it denotes a static position 'under' something. When used with the accusative case, it signifies motion 'under' or 'into subjection to'.
Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs the Genitive, Dative, and Accusative cases.
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'under'. It is cognate with English 'up' and 'over', showing a shared root related to position.
G3962
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: PAH-tree
Translations: to a father, to the father, for a father, for the father
Notes: This word refers to a father or an ancestor. In its dative form, it indicates the recipient of an action or the person for whom something is done. It can be used to refer to a biological father, an ancestor, or even God as a father figure.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΗΤΩΡ, ΠΡΟΓΟΝΟΣ
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun
Sounds like: TOO-toh
Translations: (to) this, (for) this, (by) this, (in) this, (with) this
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'this' or 'that'. In its dative singular form, as 'ΤΟΥΤΩ', it indicates the indirect object of an action, or the means, instrument, or location. It can be translated as 'to this', 'for this', 'by this', 'in this', or 'with this', depending on the context. It points to something specific that is near or recently mentioned.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ
G1203
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: des-PO-tay
Translations: master, a master, lord, a lord, sovereign, a sovereign
Notes: This word refers to a master, lord, or sovereign, someone who holds absolute power or authority. It can be used to address such a figure directly (vocative case) or to indicate the recipient of an action (dative case). In the New Testament, it is often used of God or Christ, emphasizing their supreme authority.
Inflection: Singular, Vocative or Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΑΥΘΕΝΤΗΣ
Etymology: The word ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ (despotēs) comes from Proto-Indo-European *dems-pot- (master of the house), a compound of *dem- (house) and *pot- (powerful, master).
G2198
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: ZOHN-tes
Translations: living, the living, those who live, those who are alive
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to live'. It describes individuals or entities that are currently alive or in a state of living. It functions like an adjective or a noun, referring to 'the living ones' or 'those who are living'.
Inflection: Present Active Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Plural, Masculine or Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΜΨΥΧΟΙ, ΕΝΕΡΓΟΙ
Etymology: The word ΖΑΩ (zaō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to live'. It is related to other Greek words concerning life and vitality.
G3383
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: MAY-teh
Translations: neither, nor
Notes: This word is a conjunction used to connect two or more negative clauses or phrases. It often appears in a series, meaning 'neither...nor' or 'not even'. It emphasizes the exclusion of all listed possibilities.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕ, ΟΥΤΕ
Etymology: From the negative particle ΜΗ (mē) and the enclitic particle ΤΕ (te), which means 'and'. It is used to connect negative clauses.
G1014
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: boo-LOH-meh-noy
Translations: wishing, desiring, intending, purposing, wanting, willing
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'βούλομαι', meaning 'to wish' or 'to desire'. It describes someone who is in the act of wishing, desiring, or intending something. It often indicates a deliberate or considered desire, as opposed to a spontaneous one. It can be used to describe the subject of a sentence who is performing an action out of a particular will or intention.
Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΘΕΛΟΝΤΕΣ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΟΥΝΤΕΣ
G3367
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: MEE-then
Translations: nothing, anything, no one, anyone
Notes: This word is a negative indefinite pronoun or adjective, meaning 'nothing' or 'no one'. It is used in contexts where a negative outcome or absence is emphasized, often in prohibitions or to express that something should not happen or exist. When used as an adjective, it modifies a noun to mean 'no' or 'not any'.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕΙΣ, ΟΥΘΕΙΣ
G3366
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb
Sounds like: MAYTH
Translations: neither, nor, not even, not
Notes: This word is an elided form of 'μηδέ' (mēde), which is a compound of the negative particle 'μή' (mē) and the conjunction 'δέ' (de). It functions as a strong negative conjunction, meaning 'neither' or 'nor', and can also be used as an adverb meaning 'not even'. It is typically used in prohibitions or to express a negative alternative.
Inflection: Does not inflect (elided form of a conjunction/adverb)
Synonyms: ΟΥΔΕ, ΟΥΤΕ
G5259
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix
Sounds like: HOOP
Translations: under, by, with, from, at, through, in, of
Notes: This word is a common Greek preposition and prefix. As a preposition, it typically means 'under' or 'below', but its meaning can vary significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the accusative case, it can indicate motion towards a place ('under', 'to'). As a prefix, it means 'under', 'below', 'less than', or 'secretly', as seen in compound words like 'υποκάτω' (underneath). The form 'ΥΠ' is a common truncation of 'ΥΠΟ' when it acts as a prefix, especially before a vowel, or as part of a compound word.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition or prefix)
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑ, ΕΠΙ
G0052
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ag-NOY-ahs
Translations: of ignorance, of a lack of knowledge, of unknowing
Notes: This word refers to a state of not knowing or being unaware of something. It can describe a lack of understanding, information, or awareness, often implying a moral or intellectual deficiency. It is used to describe the state of being ignorant or having committed something out of ignorance.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΑΓΝΩΣΙΑ, ΑΜΑΘΙΑ, ΑΣΥΝΕΣΙΑ
G0264
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-mar-TAH-no-men
Translations: we may sin, we might sin, we should sin, we are sinning
Notes: This word means 'to sin' or 'to miss the mark'. It is used to describe an action of failing to meet a standard, whether moral, ethical, or a target. In this inflected form, it indicates a potential or hypothetical action performed by a group ('we').
Inflection: First Person Plural, Present, Active, Subjunctive
Synonyms: ΑΠΟΤΥΓΧΑΝΩ, ΠΛΑΝΑΩ
G5268
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: hoo-po-TEE-may-sin
Translations: undervaluation, a depreciation, a disparagement, a contempt
Notes: This word refers to the act of undervaluing, depreciating, or holding something in contempt. It describes a situation where something is considered to be of less worth or importance than it truly is, or is treated with disdain. It is a compound word formed from 'ὑπό' (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'less than', and 'τίμησις' (timēsis), meaning 'valuation' or 'estimation'.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΦΡΟΝΗΣΙΣ, ΑΤΙΜΙΑ
Etymology: From the verb ὑποτιμάω (hypotimaō), meaning 'to undervalue' or 'to estimate at too low a price'. It combines the prefix ὑπό (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'less than', with τιμάω (timaō), meaning 'to honor' or 'to value'.
G2570
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: KAL-lis-ton
Translations: most beautiful, finest, best, a most beautiful thing, the most beautiful thing
Notes: This word is the superlative form of the adjective 'καλός' (kalos), meaning 'good' or 'beautiful'. As a superlative, it indicates the highest degree of beauty, goodness, or excellence. It can be translated as 'most beautiful,' 'finest,' or 'best.' It is used to describe something that surpasses all others in quality or appearance.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΑΡΙΣΤΟΣ, ΚΡΑΤΙΣΤΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΚΑΛΟΣ (kalos) is of uncertain origin, but it is an ancient Greek word meaning 'beautiful,' 'good,' or 'noble.'
G0316
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ah-nang-KAI-oh-tah-ton
Translations: most necessary, most important, most urgent, a most necessary thing, a most important thing
Notes: This word is the superlative form of the adjective 'ἀναγκαῖος' (anagkaios), meaning 'necessary' or 'important'. As a superlative, it indicates the highest degree of necessity or importance. It can be used to describe something that is absolutely essential, indispensable, or of paramount significance. For example, it might describe the most crucial task, the most vital resource, or the most pressing matter.
Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Superlative
Synonyms: ἈΝΑΓΚΑΙΟΤΑΤΟΣ, ἈΝΑΓΚΑΙΟΤΑΤΗ
Etymology: The word ἀναγκαῖος (anagkaios) comes from ἀνάγκη (anankē), meaning 'necessity' or 'compulsion'. The suffix -τατος (-tatos) is used to form the superlative degree of adjectives in Greek.
G0667
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-peh-DEIK-seh
Translations: showed, demonstrated, proved, appointed, declared, exhibited
Notes: This word is the aorist active indicative form of the verb 'ἀποδείκνυμι' (apodeiknymi). It means to show forth, demonstrate, prove, or appoint. It describes an action that was completed in the past, emphasizing the act of making something evident or establishing a fact. It can be used to describe someone showing evidence, proving a point, or formally appointing someone to a position.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΔΕΙΞΕ, ΕΦΑΝΕΡΩΣΕ, ΕΔΕΙΞΕ
G3809
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: pai-DEH-oo-mah
Translations: discipline, instruction, training, correction, chastisement, a discipline, an instruction, a training, a correction, a chastisement
Notes: This word refers to the act or result of training, instruction, or discipline. It can denote the process of educating or bringing up a child, or the correction and chastisement that leads to moral improvement. It is often used in contexts relating to moral or spiritual guidance.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΙΑ, ΝΟΥΘΕΣΙΑ, ΕΠΙΤΙΜΙΑ
Etymology: The word ΠΑΙΔΕΥΜΑ is derived from the verb παιδεύω (paideuō), meaning 'to train, educate, or discipline,' which itself comes from παῖς (pais), meaning 'child.' Thus, it originally related to the upbringing and instruction of children.
G3756
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle
Sounds like: OOK
Translations: not, no
Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express absolute negation. It typically precedes verbs, adjectives, or adverbs to deny or contradict a statement. It is used when the negation is a statement of fact, as opposed to a hypothetical or willed negation. It has variant forms like οὐ (ou) before a consonant and οὐχ (ouch) before a rough breathing.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΜΉ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'not'. It is an ancient negative particle found in various Indo-European languages.
G1524
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: ice-AH-pax
Translations: once for all, once and for all, once only
Notes: This is a compound adverb formed from the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis, 'into, to') and the adverb ἉΠΑΞ (hapax, 'once'). It signifies an action that occurs a single time with a definitive and lasting effect, emphasizing its finality or uniqueness. It is used to describe something that happens one time and is sufficient for all future occasions.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΑΠΑΞ, ΜΟΝΟΝ
Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the adverb ἉΠΑΞ (hapax), meaning 'once'.
G0191
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: ak-roh-ah-SOH-meh-noys
Translations: those who are about to hear, those who are about to listen, to those who are about to hear, to those who are about to listen
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to hear' or 'to listen'. It describes individuals who are in the process of, or are about to, hear or listen to something. It is used in a dative case, indicating the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to' or 'for' those who are about to hear.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine, Future, Middle Voice, Participle
Synonyms: ΑΚΟΥΟΝΤΕΣ, ΕΠΑΚΟΥΟΝΤΕΣ
G1364
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: DEES
Translations: twice, two times, again
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'twice' or 'two times'. It is used to indicate that an action or event occurs on two separate occasions or is repeated. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He went to the city twice'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΔΕΥΤΕΡΟΝ, ΠΑΛΙΝ
Etymology: This word comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'two'.
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.
G4178
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: pol-LAK-is
Translations: often, many times, frequently
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'often' or 'frequently'. It is used to indicate that an action or event occurs on numerous occasions. For example, one might say 'he often visits' or 'it frequently happens'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΣΥΧΝΩΣ, ΠΟΛΛΑ
Etymology: The word 'ΠΟΛΛΑΚΙΣ' is derived from the adjective 'ΠΟΛΥΣ' (polys), meaning 'much' or 'many', combined with the adverbial suffix '-κις' (-kis), which denotes 'times' or 'on occasions'.
G1538
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: eh-KAS-tays
Translations: of each, of every, each, every
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'each' or 'every'. It is used to refer to individual items or persons within a group, emphasizing their distinctness. It often precedes the noun it modifies, indicating that something applies to every single member of a set.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
G1659
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: heb-do-MA-dos
Translations: of a week, of seven, of a period of seven
Notes: This word refers to a period of seven, most commonly a week. It is used to denote a span of seven days, or more generally, any group or period consisting of seven units. In the provided examples, it clearly refers to a week or a period of seven years, as seen in prophetic contexts.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
G0243
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: AL-lohn
Translations: of other, of others, of another, of different
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'other' or 'another'. It is used to refer to things or people that are distinct from those already mentioned or implied. As a genitive plural, it often translates to 'of others' or 'of other things', indicating possession or relation.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter
Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΩΝ, ΛΟΙΠΩΝ
G0863
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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)
Sounds like: ah-feh-MEH-noos
Translations: having sent away, having let go, having forgiven, having left, having permitted
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'aphiēmi'. It describes an action that has been completed by the subject, indicating that they have sent away, let go, forgiven, left, or permitted something. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, and can be translated in various ways depending on the context, often implying a past action with ongoing relevance.
Inflection: Aorist, Middle/Passive Voice, Masculine, Plural, Accusative
Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΣΑΝΤΑΣ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΗΣΑΝΤΑΣ, ΕΙΑΣΑΝΤΑΣ
G203
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ak-ROH-ah-sin
Translations: hearing, a hearing, report, a report, audience, an audience
Notes: This word refers to the act of hearing, or that which is heard, such as a report or a message. It can also denote an assembly of listeners or an audience. It is used in sentences to describe the reception of information through sound or the gathering of people to listen.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΑΚΟΗ, ΛΟΓΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΑΚΡΟΑΣΙΣ comes from the verb ἀκροάομαι (akroaomai), meaning 'to listen' or 'to hear'.
G2753
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-keh-LEH-oo-seh
Translations: commanded, ordered, bade
Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'κελεύω', meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. It describes an action that was completed in the past, indicating that 'he', 'she', or 'it' gave a command or issued an order. It is typically followed by an infinitive or a clause indicating what was commanded.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΑΤΤΩ, ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ
G4863
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: soo-leh-GEH-sthai
Translations: to be gathered, to be collected, to be assembled
Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from 'σύν' (together with) and 'λέγω' (to gather, to pick). It means to be gathered together, to be collected, or to be assembled. It is often used to describe people or things coming together in one place, or being brought together.
Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩ, ΑΘΡΟΙΖΩ
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: TOO-ton
Translations: this, this one, him, it
Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, used to point out something specific that is near in proximity, time, or thought, or something that has just been mentioned. As a pronoun, it can stand in for a noun, meaning 'this one' or 'him/it'. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, meaning 'this' (e.g., 'this house'). In this form, it is masculine singular and in the accusative case, meaning it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΟΔΕ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΝ
G0199
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: ak-ree-BOHSS
Translations: exactly, accurately, precisely, strictly, diligently, carefully
Notes: This word means 'exactly,' 'accurately,' or 'precisely.' It is used to describe an action performed with great care, strictness, or without deviation. It emphasizes the precision or thoroughness of an action or statement.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἈΚΡΙΒΩΣΤΕΡΟΝ, ἈΚΡΙΒΕΣΤΑΤΑ
G1621
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ek-MAN-tha-nayn
Translations: to learn thoroughly, to learn well, to ascertain, to find out
Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb μανθάνω (manthanō), meaning 'to learn'. It signifies learning something completely, thoroughly, or by heart, often implying a deep understanding or mastery of the subject. It can also mean to ascertain or find out something definitively.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ
Etymology: The word ἐκμανθάνω is a compound of the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of, from', and the verb μανθάνω (manthanō), meaning 'to learn'. The prefix ἐκ intensifies the meaning of learning, suggesting a complete or thorough acquisition of knowledge.
G1211
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle
Sounds like: DAY
Translations: now, indeed, then, already, certainly, truly, come, go to
Notes: This word is an indeclinable particle used to give emphasis, urgency, or to mark a transition in discourse. It can express a sense of 'now' or 'already', or it can be used to urge someone to action, similar to 'come on' or 'go to'. It often adds a sense of immediacy or certainty to a statement.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΑΡΑ, ΓΕ, ΝΥΝ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient particle used to emphasize or urge.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tes
Translations: all, every, whole
Notes: This word means 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate the totality or completeness of a group or quantity, often referring to 'all' members of a set or 'every' single item. It can also mean 'whole' when referring to a single entity.
Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: HOLOS
G1503
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eh-OY-kah-sin
Translations: they are like, they seem, they resemble, they appear
Notes: This verb means 'to be like', 'to resemble', 'to seem', or 'to appear'. It is often used impersonally or with a dative case to indicate what something or someone is like or to whom they seem similar. It describes a state of being or appearance rather than an action.
Inflection: 3rd Person Plural, Perfect Active Indicative
Synonyms: ΟΜΟΙΟΩ, ΠΑΡΑΠΛΗΣΙΟΣ, ΦΑΙΝΟΜΑΙ
Etymology: The word ἔοικα (eoika) is a perfect tense form that functions as a present tense verb. It is related to the root *weik- meaning 'to be like' or 'to resemble'.
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.
G3550
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: noh-moh-THEH-tai
Translations: lawgivers, legislators
Notes: This word refers to individuals who establish or enact laws. It is a compound word formed from 'νόμος' (nomos), meaning 'law', and 'τίθημι' (tithemi), meaning 'to place' or 'to set'. Therefore, a nomothetes is literally one who 'sets laws'. It is used to describe those who create or administer legal systems.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative
Synonyms: ΝΟΜΟΦΥΛΑΚΕΣ, ΝΟΜΟΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΟΙ
Etymology: The word ΝΟΜΟΘΕΤΗΣ is a compound of two Greek words: νόμος (nomos), meaning 'law', and the root of τίθημι (tithemi), meaning 'to place' or 'to set'. It describes someone who establishes or lays down laws.
G3889
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pa-ra-LI-pain
Translations: to omit, to neglect, to leave out, to pass over, to leave undone, to fail to do
Notes: This word means to omit, neglect, or leave out something. It can refer to leaving something undone, passing over a detail, or failing to perform a duty. It is often used in contexts where something is intentionally or unintentionally left out or disregarded.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΕΚΛΕΙΠΩ, ΑΜΕΛΕΩ
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