2001 Translation

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

G5105

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: TOY-noon

Translations: therefore, then, accordingly, consequently, so then

Notes: This word is an adverb used to indicate a logical consequence or transition. It often introduces a conclusion, a summary, or a new point that follows from what has just been said. It can be translated as 'therefore,' 'then,' or 'accordingly,' signaling that what follows is a result or a logical next step.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥΝ, ΑΡΑ, ΔΙΟ

Etymology: From the demonstrative particle τοι (toi), meaning 'indeed, surely,' and the enclitic particle νυν (nun), meaning 'now, then.' It emphasizes a logical connection or consequence.

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.

G1169

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: DEH-nah

Translations: terrible, dreadful, fearful, dire, awful, grievous, severe, terrible things, dreadful things

Notes: This word describes something that is terrible, dreadful, or severe. It can refer to things that cause fear, great difficulty, or intense suffering. In its plural form, it often refers to 'terrible things' or 'dire circumstances'. It is used to emphasize the gravity or intensity of a situation, event, or punishment.

Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΦΟΒΕΡΟΣ, ΧΑΛΕΠΟΣ, ΒΑΡΥΣ

G2532

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

Notes: ΚΑΙ is a very common conjunction in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'and' to connect words, phrases, or clauses. It can also function as an adverb, emphasizing a word or phrase with meanings like 'also' or 'even'. In some contexts, it can introduce a contrast, similar to 'but', or indicate sequence, meaning 'then'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΚΑΙ is an ancient particle, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has remained remarkably stable in form and function throughout the history of the Greek language.

G4978

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: SKHET-lee-ah

Translations: cruel, hard, ruthless, unsparing, wretched, miserable, grievous, terrible

Notes: This word describes something or someone as cruel, hard, or ruthless. It can also describe a person or situation as wretched, miserable, or grievous. It is often used to express indignation or a sense of something being unbearable.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Vocative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΕΙΝΟΣ, ΣΚΛΗΡΟΣ, ΤΑΛΑΙΠΩΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word derives from the Greek verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold', implying something that is hard to bear or hold up against.

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: en

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

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

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

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

Part of Speech: Letter, Numeral, Prefix

Sounds like: AL-fah (as the letter name), ah (as the sound)

Translations: Alpha, A, one, un-, a-

Notes: This is the first letter of the Greek alphabet, equivalent to the English 'A'. It can also function as the numeral '1'. Furthermore, it is commonly used as a prefix (known as the 'alpha privative') when placed before a word, indicating negation, absence, or the opposite of the word's meaning, similar to the English prefixes 'un-' or 'a-'. For example, 'atheist' (without God) comes from 'a-' (without) and 'theos' (God).

Inflection: Does not inflect as a letter or numeral. As a prefix, it modifies the meaning of the word it precedes.

Etymology: The letter 'Alpha' is derived from the Phoenician letter 'aleph', which meant 'ox'. It was adopted by the Greeks and became the first letter of their alphabet.

G2723

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tay-go-REE-ken

Translations: he has accused, he has charged, he has spoken against

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to accuse' or 'to charge'. It is used to describe the act of bringing a formal charge against someone or speaking against them, often in a legal or public context. It implies a declaration of wrongdoing.

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

Synonyms: ΕΓΚΑΛΕΩ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΗΓΟΡΕΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ΑΓΟΡΕΥΩ (agoreuō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to declare' (from ΑΓΟΡΑ, agora, 'assembly' or 'marketplace'). Thus, it literally means 'to speak against' or 'to speak down upon' someone in a public setting.

G5346

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PHAY-sin

Translations: he says, she says, it says, he said, she said, it said

Notes: This word is a common verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is used to report what someone else has said or to introduce a direct quote. It can be translated as 'he says', 'she says', or 'it says', and often implies 'he/she/it said' in narrative contexts.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word ΦΗΜΙ (phēmi) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to speak' or 'to show'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of speaking or declaring.

G4314

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

G0250

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-li-MEH-non

Translations: harborless, without a harbor, without a port

Notes: This word describes something that lacks a harbor or port. It is used to characterize a place, such as a coast or sea, that offers no safe anchorage for ships. It implies a dangerous or inhospitable environment for maritime travel.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΠΡΟΣΟΡΜΙΣΤΟΣ, ΑΝΟΡΜΟΣ

Etymology: From ἀ- (a-, a privative prefix meaning 'not' or 'without') and λιμήν (limēn, meaning 'harbor' or 'port'). It literally means 'without a harbor'.

G2281

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: tha-LAS-san

Translations: sea, a sea

Notes: This word refers to a large body of salt water, such as an ocean or a large lake. It is commonly used to describe the sea as a physical location or as a powerful natural force. In sentences, it often appears as the direct object of a verb, indicating something done to or with the sea.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΩΚΕΑΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'thalassa' is of pre-Greek, Mediterranean origin, likely borrowed into Greek from an earlier language spoken in the Aegean region. It is not derived from Proto-Indo-European roots.

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: gayt-nee-A-san-tes

Translations: having been neighbors, having bordered, having been adjacent

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'geitniazo', meaning 'to be a neighbor' or 'to be adjacent to'. It describes an action that has already occurred, indicating that the subjects have previously been in close proximity or shared a border. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, and can be translated as 'those who have been neighbors' or 'having been adjacent'.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Plural, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΣΙΑΣΑΝΤΕΣ, ΣΥΝΟΡΕΥΣΑΝΤΕΣ

G1610

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ek-bo-LAIS

Translations: (to) castings out, (to) ejections, (to) discharges, (to) shipwrecks

Notes: This word refers to the act of casting out, ejecting, or discharging something. In a nautical context, it can specifically mean the jettisoning of cargo from a ship, which can lead to a shipwreck. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΕΚ (out of) and the verb ΒΑΛΛΩ (to throw).

Inflection: Dative, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΒΟΛΗ, ΡΙΨΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΚΒΟΛΗ (ekbolē) is derived from the verb ἐκβάλλω (ekballō), meaning 'to cast out, throw out, eject'. This verb itself is a compound of the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of', and βάλλω (ballō), meaning 'to throw'.

G3767

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: oo-KOON

Translations: therefore, then, accordingly, consequently, so, well then, is it not so?

Notes: This is a compound particle formed from ΟΥ̓Κ (not) and ΟΥ̓Ν (therefore, then). It is used to draw a conclusion or inference, often with a sense of 'therefore' or 'consequently'. When used in a question, it expects an affirmative answer, similar to 'is it not so?' or 'surely then?'. It can also introduce a new point in an argument or narrative, meaning 'well then' or 'accordingly'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ἌΡΑ, ΤΟΊΝΥΝ

Etymology: The word ΟΥ̓ΚΟΥΝ is a compound of the negative particle ΟΥ̓Κ (not) and the inferential particle ΟΥ̓Ν (therefore, then).

G1519, G1487, G1488

Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Verb

Sounds like: E

Translations: into, to, for, unto, in, if, you are

Notes: This word is an elided form, indicated by the coronis (the apostrophe-like mark) at the end. It most commonly represents the preposition 'εἰς' (eis), meaning 'into, to, for', especially when followed by a vowel. It can also represent the conjunction 'εἰ' (ei), meaning 'if', or the verb 'εἶ' (ei), meaning 'you are'. In the provided examples, it functions as the preposition 'into' or 'to', indicating motion towards a place or object. It is used with the accusative case.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an elided form); the original words it represents have their own inflections (e.g., 'εἰς' is a preposition and does not inflect; 'εἰ' is a conjunction and does not inflect; 'εἶ' is a verb, 2nd Person Singular, Present, Indicative, Active).

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.

G3303

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEN

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΓΕ, ΚΑΙ

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

G1161

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: DEH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΑΛΛΑ

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

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KEE-ness

Translations: of that, of her

Notes: This word is the genitive singular feminine form of the demonstrative pronoun/adjective 'ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ', meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It is used to point to something or someone distant in space or time, or to refer back to something previously mentioned. As a genitive form, it indicates possession, origin, or separation, often translated with 'of' or 'from'. When used as an adjective, it modifies a feminine noun in the genitive case. When used as a pronoun, it stands in for a feminine noun.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

G1063

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears second in a clause. It introduces a reason, explanation, or confirmation for what has just been stated. It can also indicate a logical consequence or a transition in thought, often translated as 'for' or 'because'. In some contexts, it can simply add emphasis or affirm a statement.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ

Etymology: The particle ΓΑΡ is believed to be a contraction of the particles γε (ge) meaning 'indeed' or 'at least' and ἄρα (ara) meaning 'then' or 'therefore'. It has been in use since ancient Greek.

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.

G3313

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MEH-ross

Translations: part, a part, share, a share, portion, a portion, region, a region, side, a side

Notes: This word refers to a part, share, or portion of something. It can also denote a region or a side. It is commonly used to indicate a division or segment of a whole, or a specific area or direction.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΜΟΙΡΑ, ΚΛΗΡΟΣ, ΤΜΗΜΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *smer- 'to allot, assign'. It is related to the verb μείρομαι (meiromai), meaning 'to receive one's share'.

G5613

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: OHS

Translations: as, like, when, how, about, approximately, that, so that

Notes: ΩΣ is a versatile particle in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction or adverb. It is used to introduce comparisons ('as,' 'like'), indicate time ('when'), express manner ('how'), or denote purpose or result ('so that,' 'that'). It can also indicate approximation ('about,' 'approximately') or serve as a preposition meaning 'to' or 'towards' with certain cases.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣΠΕΡ, ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣΑΝΕΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to demonstrative pronouns and adverbs indicating manner or comparison.

G1519

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'.

G2733

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kah-toy-KAY-sin

Translations: dwelling, habitation, residence, a dwelling, a habitation, a residence

Notes: This word refers to the act of dwelling or residing in a place, or the place itself where one lives. It can describe a permanent home or a temporary lodging. It is often used to denote a place of habitation or a settlement.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑ, ΟΙΚΗΤΗΡΙΟΝ, ΜΟΝΗ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΟΙΚΗΣΙΣ (katoikēsis) is derived from the verb κατοικέω (katoikeō), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. This verb is itself a compound of κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'in', and οἰκέω (oikeō), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit', which comes from οἶκος (oikos), meaning 'house'.

G2570

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.'

G2453

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ee-oo-DAH-ee-oy

Translations: Jews, the Jews

Notes: This word refers to the Jewish people, the inhabitants of Judea, or those who are ethnically or religiously Jewish. It is often used in the New Testament to distinguish the Jewish people from Gentiles (non-Jews).

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΒΡΑΙΟΙ, ΙΣΡΑΗΛΙΤΑΙ

Etymology: The word originates from the Hebrew word 'Yehudi' (יהודי), meaning 'of Judah' or 'from the land of Judah'. It refers to the descendants of Judah, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, and later to the inhabitants of the kingdom of Judah.

G0971

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: bee-ah-SAH-meh-noy

Translations: forcing, having forced, pressing, having pressed, doing violence, having done violence, striving, having striven, entering by force, having entered by force

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle derived from the verb 'βιάζω'. It describes an action of forcing, pressing, or doing violence, often implying a strong effort or compulsion. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing the subject's action or state, such as 'those who forced' or 'by forcing'. The middle voice suggests that the action is performed by the subject upon themselves or for their own benefit, or that they are experiencing the action.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΚΑΖΩ, ΚΑΤΑΝΑΓΚΑΖΩ

G2722

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-TES-khon

Translations: they held, they possessed, they occupied, they seized, they restrained, they suppressed

Notes: ΚΑΤΕΣΧΟΝ is the third person plural aorist active indicative form of the verb ΚΑΤΕΧΩ. This verb generally means to hold fast, possess, occupy, seize, or restrain. In its aorist form, it describes an action that occurred in the past, often completed or viewed as a whole. It can be used to describe taking possession of land, holding onto something firmly, or restraining someone or something.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΕΧΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G3361, G3366

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: MAYD

Translations: not, lest, neither, nor, not even

Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express prohibition, a negative condition, or a negative wish. It often appears in conjunction with other words, such as in the compound word 'μηδέ' (neither, nor, not even) or 'μηδαμῶς' (by no means). It is used with the subjunctive mood to forbid an action or express a negative purpose. It can also indicate a negative consequence or a fear that something might happen.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ, ΟΥΚ, ΟΥΧ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *meh₂- (not). It is a primary negative particle, expressing a subjective or conditional negation.

G5306

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: HOO-steh-ron

Translations: later, afterward, last, finally, the latter, the end, a later time, the later

Notes: This word indicates a point in time that comes after another, or something that is last in a sequence. It can function as an adverb meaning 'later' or 'afterward', or as an adjective/noun meaning 'the last' or 'the latter part'. It is often used to refer to a subsequent event or a final outcome.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative (when functioning as a noun/adjective), Adverbial

Synonyms: ΟΨΕ, ΕΠΕΙΤΑ, ΤΕΛΟΣ

Etymology: From the comparative form of the adverb 'ὑπό' (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'below', indicating a position or time that is subsequent or inferior.

G1601

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-PEH-sain

Translations: to fall out, to fall away, to fail, to be cast out, to lose, to be deprived of

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'εκπίπτω'. It means to fall out, to be cast out, to fail, or to lose something. It describes an action of being removed from a position, failing in an endeavor, or being deprived of something.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΙΠΤΩ, ΑΠΟΠΙΠΤΩ, ΑΠΟΒΑΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word 'εκπίπτω' is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'εκ' (out of, from) and the verb 'πίπτω' (to fall).

G5039

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: tek-MEH-ree-on

Translations: proof, evidence, sign, a proof, an evidence

Notes: This word refers to a sure sign or a conclusive proof, something that provides undeniable evidence. It is used to denote a definitive indication or demonstration of a fact or truth. For example, one might present 'tekmerion' to support an argument or to show that something is true.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΗΜΕΙΟΝ, ΕΛΕΓΧΟΣ, ΠΙΣΤΙΣ

Etymology: From the verb τεκμαίρομαι (tekmairomai), meaning 'to fix a limit, determine, judge,' which is related to τέκμαρ (tekmar), meaning 'a fixed mark, goal, or sign.' The word thus conveys the idea of something that serves as a definitive marker or indicator.

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOYS

Translations: (to) them, (to) themselves, (to) it, (to) him, (to) her

Notes: This word is a dative plural form of the personal/demonstrative pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It typically means 'to/for them' or 'to/for themselves', depending on the context. It can refer to people or things. When used reflexively, it emphasizes the subject performing an action on or for themselves. It can also be used to refer to 'it', 'him', or 'her' in the dative case when the gender and number are clear from context, though 'them' is its primary plural translation.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

G220

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-lek-SAN-dros

Translations: Alexander

Notes: This is a common Greek proper name, meaning 'defender of mankind' or 'protector of men'. It refers to various historical figures, most notably Alexander the Great, the king of the ancient Greek kingdom of Macedon. It is used as a subject in sentences, indicating the person performing an action.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Alexandros' is derived from the Greek verb ἀλέξω (alexō), meaning 'to ward off, to defend, to help', and ἀνήρ (anēr), meaning 'man' (genitive ἀνδρός, andros). Thus, it means 'defender of mankind'.

G3844

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'.

G3110

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: mah-keh-DOH-see

Translations: Macedonians, to Macedonians, for Macedonians

Notes: This word refers to the people of Macedonia, an ancient kingdom located in the northeastern part of the Greek peninsula. It is used here in the dative plural, indicating 'to' or 'for' the Macedonians, or simply 'Macedonians' when used as an indirect object.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine

Etymology: The word originates from the ancient Greek term Μακεδών (Makedōn), referring to the inhabitants of Macedon. The name of the region itself is thought to be related to the Greek adjective μακεδνός (makednós), meaning 'tall' or 'lofty', possibly referring to the inhabitants or the mountainous nature of the land.

G5092

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: tee-MACE

Translations: of honor, of value, of price, of a price, of an honor

Notes: This word is a noun that refers to honor, value, or price. It is used to express the worth, esteem, or cost associated with a person, object, or action. It can denote the respect given to someone, the monetary value of something, or the inherent worth of a concept.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΞΙΑ, ΚΟΣΤΟΣ, ΔΟΞΑ

Etymology: The word ΤΙΜΗ (timē) comes from an ancient root meaning 'to value' or 'to estimate'. It is related to the verb τιμάω (timaō), meaning 'to honor' or 'to value'.

G2013

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PEH-too-khon

Translations: I obtained, I achieved, I attained, I met with, I found

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to obtain, achieve, or attain something, or to meet with someone or something. It implies success in reaching a goal or encountering a desired outcome. It is often used with a genitive case to indicate what is obtained or met with.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 1st Person Plural

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'to', and the verb τυγχάνω (tunchanō), meaning 'to happen', 'to meet', or 'to obtain by chance'. Together, they convey the sense of 'happening upon' or 'obtaining'.

G3756

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.

G1492

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: OY-dah

Translations: know, understand, perceive, be aware of

Notes: This verb means 'to know' or 'to understand'. It is a perfect tense verb that functions with a present meaning, indicating a state of knowing that has resulted from a past act of perceiving or learning. It is often used to express a deep, intuitive, or experiential knowledge, as opposed to merely intellectual knowledge. It can be used with an accusative object, or with a clause introduced by 'ὅτι' (that) or an interrogative pronoun.

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Indicative, 1st Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *weyd- 'to see, to know'. In Greek, it developed into a perfect tense verb with a present meaning, signifying a state of knowing that comes from having seen or perceived.

G5101

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

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

G0302

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: AHN

Translations: if, ever, might, would, should

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

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.

G3499

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: neh-kroh-POH-lee

Translations: to a necropolis, in a necropolis, at a necropolis, to a city of the dead, in a city of the dead, at a city of the dead

Notes: This word refers to a large cemetery or burial ground, often one of historical significance, literally meaning 'city of the dead'. It is a compound word formed from 'νεκρός' (nekros), meaning 'dead', and 'πόλις' (polis), meaning 'city'. It is used to indicate a location or direction towards or within such a place.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΑΦΟΣ, ΜΝΗΜΑ, ΚΟΙΜΗΤΗΡΙΟΝ

G2730

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-TOH-koon

Translations: they were dwelling, they dwelt, they inhabited, they lived

Notes: This word is the 3rd person plural imperfect active indicative form of the verb κατοικέω (katoikeō), which means to dwell, inhabit, or reside. It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, indicating that a group of people or creatures were living or settling in a particular place. It is a compound word formed from κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'in', and οἰκέω (oikeō), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'.

Inflection: 3rd Person, Plural, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΕΩ, ΖΑΩ, ΜΕΝΩ

G3361

Part of Speech: Particle, Adverb

Sounds like: MAY

Translations: not, lest, no, do not

Notes: ΜΗ is a negative particle used in Koine Greek to express a subjective negation. It is typically used with non-indicative moods (like the subjunctive, imperative, infinitive, or participle) to express prohibition, a condition, or a denial of something that is wished for or imagined. For example, it is used in commands like 'do not do this' or in clauses expressing fear or purpose, such as 'lest something happen'. It contrasts with 'οὐ' (ou), which negates objective facts.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΜΗ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient negative particle that has been present in various forms across Indo-European languages.

G0937

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: bah-see-lee-KOYS

Translations: royal, kingly, of the king, (to) royal ones, (to) kingly ones, (to) royal things

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'royal' or 'kingly', referring to something that belongs to a king or is characteristic of a king. It can describe people, objects, or concepts associated with royalty. In the provided examples, it modifies 'bibliophylakiois' (archives/treasuries), 'oikonomois' (stewards), and 'thoraxin' (breastplates), indicating that these are 'royal archives', 'royal stewards', and 'royal breastplates'. It is used here in the dative plural case.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΣ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣ (basileus), meaning 'king'. The suffix -ικός (-ikos) is used to form adjectives indicating 'belonging to' or 'pertaining to'.

G2476

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ee-DROO-meh-noy

Translations: having been set, having been established, having been founded, having been placed, having been settled

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been set' or 'having been established'. It describes something that has been placed, founded, or settled in a particular position or state. It is often used to describe buildings, statues, or institutions that have been set up or founded.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Masculine, Nominative or Vocative, Plural

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΙΔΡΥΜΕΝΟΙ, ΤΕΘΕΜΕΛΙΩΜΕΝΟΙ

G3360

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEKH-ree

Translations: until, up to, as far as, even to, while, during

Notes: This word indicates a point in time or space that is reached, meaning 'until' or 'up to'. As a preposition, it takes the genitive case and specifies the limit of an action or state. As an adverb, it can modify verbs or clauses, indicating duration or extent. As a conjunction, it introduces a temporal clause, meaning 'while' or 'until'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΩΣ, ΑΧΡΙ

Etymology: From an assumed base *mekh-, perhaps related to μέγας (megas, “great”) or μήκος (mēkos, “length”). It denotes a limit or extent.

G3588, G3739, G2228

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

Sounds like: AY

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

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

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

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

G5443

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: foo-LEE

Translations: tribe, a tribe, race, a race, nation, a nation, people, a people

Notes: This word refers to a tribe, a race, or a nation, often denoting a group of people descended from a common ancestor or sharing a common origin. It is frequently used in the context of the twelve tribes of Israel in the Bible. It can also refer more broadly to a people or a nation.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΓΕΝΟΣ

Etymology: From an assumed root meaning 'to grow, produce'. It refers to a group of people descended from a common ancestor, hence a tribe or race.

G3110

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: mah-keh-DOH-nes

Translations: Macedonians

Notes: This word refers to the people from Macedonia, a historical region and kingdom located on the Balkan Peninsula in southeastern Europe. In ancient times, the Macedonians were a distinct group, known for their military prowess, especially under leaders like Philip II and Alexander the Great.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: From Μακεδονία (Makedonía), the name of the region. The name itself is thought to be related to the ancient Greek word μακεδνός (makednós), meaning 'tall' or 'highlander', possibly referring to the inhabitants of the mountainous region.

G3767

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OON

Translations: therefore, then, so, consequently, accordingly, now, indeed

Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a logical consequence, transition, or emphasis. It often connects a statement to what precedes it, meaning 'therefore' or 'consequently'. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a summary, translated as 'then' or 'now'. In some contexts, it adds emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'certainly'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ἈΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥ͂Ν

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *nu, meaning 'now' or 'then'. It is related to Latin 'nunc' (now) and English 'now'.

G0314

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nah-GNOOS

Translations: having read, reading, having recognized, recognizing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to read' or 'to recognize'. It describes an action that has been completed or is ongoing, often implying that the subject has gained knowledge or understanding through reading or recognition. It can be used to describe someone who has read something and is now acting based on that knowledge, or someone who is in the process of reading.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Singular

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

G223

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-lek-SAN-droo

Translations: of Alexander

Notes: This is the genitive form of the proper noun 'Alexander'. It refers to a person named Alexander, most notably Alexander the Great, the Macedonian king who conquered much of the ancient world. It is used to indicate possession or origin, similar to 'Alexander's' or 'belonging to Alexander' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: From the Greek name Alexandros, meaning 'defender of mankind' or 'protector of men'. It is a compound of 'alexein' (to defend, help) and 'aner' (man, male).

G3588, G3778

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun, Particle

Sounds like: too

Translations: of the, of him, of it, of this, to, in order to

Notes: This word is a form of the definite article 'the' or a demonstrative pronoun 'this/that'. It is most commonly used to indicate possession or relationship, translating as 'of the' or 'of him/it'. It can also be used before an infinitive verb to express purpose, meaning 'to' or 'in order to'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word 'Ο' (ho), from which 'ΤΟΥ' is derived, comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient word that has evolved to serve various grammatical functions in Greek.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

Translations: with, after, among, behind, by, in company with, in pursuit of, according to

Notes: This word is a preposition that can also function as an adverb. Its meaning varies depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'with' or 'in company with'. When used with the accusative case, it usually means 'after' or 'behind' (indicating sequence or pursuit). It can also denote a change of state or position.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition, it governs cases)

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'μετά' (meta) comes from Proto-Indo-European *met- 'in the middle, among, with'. It is related to English 'mid' and 'middle'.

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-non

Translations: that (one), him, it

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'that' or 'that one'. It refers to something distant in space or time, or something previously mentioned or understood from the context. As a pronoun, it can stand alone, meaning 'that one' or 'him/it'. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, meaning 'that [noun]'. In this form, it is used for a masculine singular object of a verb or preposition.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΤΟΣ, ὉΔΕ

Etymology: The word ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ (ekeinos) is derived from the adverb ἐκεῖ (ekei), meaning 'there'. It refers to something 'over there' or 'that one there', indicating distance.

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.

G1793

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: en-TY-khon

Translations: having met, having encountered, having appealed, having interceded, having pleaded

Notes: This word is the aorist active participle of the verb 'ἘΝΤΥΓΧΆΝΩ'. It describes an action of meeting, encountering, or making an appeal or intercession that has been completed. It can function adverbially, indicating the circumstances or time of the main verb's action, or adjectivally, modifying a noun.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΥΓΧΆΝΩ, ΠΡΟΣΈΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΔΈΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ἘΝΤΥΓΧΆΝΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἘΝ (en), meaning 'in' or 'among', and the verb ΤΥΓΧΆΝΩ (tynchanō), meaning 'to happen upon', 'to obtain', or 'to meet'.

G1121

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GRAHM-mah-see

Translations: (to) letters, (by) writings, (with) documents, (in) literature

Notes: This word refers to a letter of the alphabet, a written character, or more broadly, a piece of writing, a document, or even literature. In its dative plural form, as seen in ΓΡΑΜΜΑΣΙ, it often indicates the means or instrument by which something is done, such as 'by means of letters' or 'with writings'. It can also denote location or association, like 'in letters' or 'among writings'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΓΡΑΦΑΙ, ΒΙΒΛΙΑ, ΕΠΙΣΤΟΛΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΓΡΑΜΜΑ comes from the verb γράφω (graphō), meaning 'to write'. It originally referred to a mark or line, then developed to mean a written character or letter, and subsequently, a piece of writing.

G4769

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: STEE-layn

Translations: pillar, a pillar, monument, a monument, column, a column

Notes: This word refers to an upright slab or block, often made of stone, used as a monument, a boundary marker, or a support. It can also denote a column or a stele, which is a stone slab with inscriptions or carvings.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΙΩΝ, ΟΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'στήλη' (stēlē) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *stel-, meaning 'to stand, to put, to place'. It refers to something that stands upright.

G2476

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ess-TOH-sahn

Translations: let them stand, let them be, let them be appointed, let them be established

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb ἵστημι (histēmi), which means 'to stand', 'to set', 'to place', or 'to cause to stand'. In this form, it is used as a command or exhortation for a group of people to stand, be, or be established. It implies a state of being or a position that is to be maintained.

Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Aorist, Active, Imperative

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΕΣΘΩΣΑΝ, ΚΑΘΙΣΤΑΣΘΩΣΑΝ

G4025

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: peh-ree-EH-khoo-san

Translations: containing, surrounding, encompassing, holding, embracing, a containing, a surrounding, an encompassing, a holding, an embracing

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'περιέχω' (periechō), meaning 'to contain,' 'to surround,' or 'to encompass.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or an adverb, describing an action or state. In this form, it describes something that is actively containing, surrounding, or holding something else. It is often used to describe a situation or condition that encloses or involves a subject.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine, Present, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΕΧΩ, ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΣΥΝΕΧΩ

G2541

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: KAI-sar

Translations: Caesar

Notes: This word refers to Caesar, a title used by Roman emperors. It is derived from the family name of Julius Caesar and was adopted by subsequent emperors as a title of imperial authority. It is used in the New Testament to refer to the reigning Roman emperor.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The word "ΚΑΙΣΑΡ" is a transliteration of the Latin name "Caesar," which was originally the cognomen of a branch of the gens Julia, most famously Gaius Julius Caesar. After his death, his adopted son Octavian (Augustus) used it as part of his title, and it subsequently became a title for Roman emperors.

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'.

G3173

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: MEH-gas

Translations: great, large, mighty, important, significant, powerful

Notes: ΜΕΓΑΣ is an adjective meaning "great" or "large." It is used to describe the size, intensity, or importance of something or someone. For example, it can refer to a large storm, a great priest, or a significant event. As an adjective, it changes its form to match the gender, number, and case of the noun it describes.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative. As an adjective, it inflects for gender, number, and case to agree with the noun it modifies.

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΣ, ΜΕΓΑΛΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *meǵh₂- (great). It is a primary adjective in Greek.

G5346

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: FEE-mee

Translations: say, speak, declare, affirm, assert

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

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΕΡΩ

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

G1097

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: ghee-GNO-skohn

Translations: knowing, understanding, perceiving, recognizing, learning, realizing, discerning, becoming aware

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'to know'. It describes someone who is in the process of knowing, understanding, or perceiving something. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun (e.g., 'the knowing man'), or adverbially, describing the manner of an action (e.g., 'he spoke, knowing the truth'). It implies a continuous or ongoing state of knowledge or recognition.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΔΑ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ

Etymology: The verb γιγνώσκω (gignōskō) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵneh₃- meaning 'to know'. It is related to Latin (g)noscere and English 'know'.

G1727

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: TA-nan-TEE-ah

Translations: the opposite things, the adversaries, the opponents

Notes: This word is a crasis (contraction) of the neuter plural definite article ΤΑ (the) and the adjective/noun ἘΝΑΝΤΙΑ (opposite, opposing, adversaries). It refers to things that are opposite or contrary, or to people who are adversaries or opponents. It is used to denote opposition or contradiction.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ἈΝΤΙΚΕΙΜΕΝΑ, ἈΝΤΙΔΙΚΟΙ

Etymology: The root word ἘΝΑΝΤΙΟΣ (enantios) comes from ἘΝ (en, 'in') and ἈΝΤΙ (anti, 'against'). It literally means 'in opposition to' or 'facing against'.

G5111

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-TOL-ma

Translations: dared, was daring, ventured, presumed, had the courage

Notes: This word describes the act of daring, venturing, or having the courage to do something. It implies a boldness or willingness to undertake an action, often despite potential risks or opposition. It can be used in sentences to describe someone who took a bold step or acted with presumption.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Imperfect Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΘΑΡΡΕΩ, ΤΟΛΜΗ

Etymology: The word ΤΟΛΜΑΩ comes from the noun ΤΟΛΜΑ (tolma), meaning 'daring' or 'boldness'. Its ultimate origin is uncertain, but it is related to the idea of enduring or bearing.

G4190

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: po-NEE-ros

Translations: evil, wicked, bad, malicious, harmful, worthless, a wicked person, the evil one

Notes: This word describes something or someone as evil, wicked, or bad. It can refer to moral depravity, harmfulness, or worthlessness. It is often used to describe people who are morally corrupt or actions that are harmful. When used substantively, it can refer to 'the evil one,' often understood as the devil.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΚΑΚΟΣ, ΦΑΥΛΟΣ, ΑΣΕΒΗΣ

Etymology: The word is derived from πονέω (poneō), meaning 'to toil, labor, suffer,' suggesting something that causes toil or suffering, hence 'evil' or 'painful.'

G3367

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'.

G1987

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ay-PIS-tah-toh

Translations: knew, understood, was acquainted with, was skilled in, was aware of

Notes: This is the third person singular imperfect indicative middle/passive form of the verb 'ἐπίσταμαι' (epistamai). It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past. It means 'he/she/it knew' or 'he/she/it understood' or 'he/she/it was acquainted with'. It can also mean 'he/she/it was skilled in' or 'he/she/it was aware of'. It is often used to describe knowledge or understanding that is deep and practical, rather than just theoretical.

Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Imperfect, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΟΙΔΑ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek 'ἐπίσταμαι' (epístamai), which is a compound of 'ἐπί' (epí, 'upon, over') and 'ἵστημι' (hístēmi, 'to stand'). The original sense was 'to stand upon, to be set over', which evolved into 'to be skilled in, to understand'.

G0026

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-pah-EE-dehv-tos

Translations: uninstructed, unlearned, ignorant, uneducated, a person without instruction

Notes: This word describes someone who is uninstructed, unlearned, or uneducated. It refers to a lack of formal training or intellectual development. It can be used to describe a person who is ignorant or unskilled in a particular area. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix 'ἀ-' (a-, meaning 'not') and 'παιδεύω' (paideuo, meaning 'to educate' or 'to train').

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΓΡΑΜΜΑΤΟΣ, ΙΔΙΩΤΗΣ, ΑΜΑΘΗΣ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the privative alpha (ἀ-, meaning 'not' or 'without') and the root of 'παιδεύω' (paideuo), which means 'to educate' or 'to train'. The root 'παιδεύω' comes from 'παῖς' (pais), meaning 'child', indicating the process of raising and instructing a child.

G2296

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: thav-MAH-zayn

Translations: to wonder, to marvel, to be amazed, to admire

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'θαυμάζω'. It means to be filled with wonder, amazement, or admiration. It can be used to express surprise, awe, or a deep sense of respect for something or someone. For example, one might 'wonder at' a great deed or 'marvel at' a beautiful sight.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΕΚΠΛΗΣΣΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ, ΑΠΟΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word 'θαυμάζω' (thaumazō) comes from 'θαῦμα' (thauma), meaning 'a wonder, a marvel, a sight'. Its origin is likely related to the root 'thea-' meaning 'to see' or 'to gaze at', implying something that causes one to gaze in wonder.

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.

G240

Part of Speech: Reciprocal Pronoun

Sounds like: al-LAY-lone

Translations: of one another, of each other

Notes: This word is a reciprocal pronoun, meaning 'of one another' or 'of each other'. It is used to indicate that an action or relationship is mutual among multiple subjects. It always appears in the plural and is used to express actions or relationships that are directed back and forth between individuals within a group.

Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All genders

Etymology: This word is derived from the reduplication of the stem of ἄλλος (ALLOS), meaning 'other'. The reduplication indicates reciprocity.

G1308

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ah-FEH-roh-sin

Translations: they differ, they excel, they are better, they carry through, they endure, they are borne through

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to differ', 'to excel', 'to be better', 'to carry through', or 'to endure'. It is often used to describe a distinction or superiority between things or people, or to indicate the act of carrying something to completion or bearing something through a period of time.

Inflection: Third Person Plural, Present Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΚΡΙΝΩ, ΥΠΕΡΕΧΩ, ΠΡΟΕΧΩ

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lam-BAH-noo-sin

Translations: they take, they receive, they get, they seize, they obtain

Notes: This word is the third person plural present active indicative form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. It describes an action of taking, seizing, or obtaining something, performed by a group of people or things. It can be used in various contexts, such as taking an object, receiving a gift, or seizing control.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

G1163

Part of Speech: Impersonal Verb

Sounds like: DEH-ee

Translations: it is necessary, one must, it is proper, it behooves

Notes: This is an impersonal verb meaning 'it is necessary' or 'one must'. It expresses a strong sense of obligation, necessity, or inevitability. It is often used with an infinitive to indicate what must be done or what is destined to happen.

Inflection: Impersonal, 3rd person singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΧΡΗ, ΑΝΑΓΚΗ ΕΣΤΙΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *deyh₂- (to shine, to gleam), which developed into the sense of 'to be visible, to appear', and then 'to be proper, to be necessary'.

G4012

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PEH-ree

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ

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

G2730

Part of Speech: Participle, Noun

Sounds like: kah-toy-KOON-tes

Translations: dwelling, inhabiting, residing, living, those who dwell, those who inhabit, those who reside, those who live

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'katoikeō', meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. It describes someone or something that is currently dwelling or residing in a place. When used as a noun, it refers to 'those who dwell' or 'the inhabitants' of a particular area. It is often used to describe people living in a specific region or on the earth.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΕΣ, ΕΝΟΙΚΟΥΝΤΕΣ

G4174

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: po-li-TEI-an

Translations: citizenship, a citizenship, commonwealth, a commonwealth, conduct, a conduct, way of life, a way of life

Notes: This word refers to the rights and duties of a citizen, the administration of a state or commonwealth, or one's manner of life and conduct. It can describe the political system of a community or an individual's behavior within that community. In the provided form, it is the accusative singular, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΙΤΕΥΜΑ, ΒΙΟΣ, ΑΓΩΓΗ

G2596

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.

G0001

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ai-OH-nee-an

Translations: eternal, everlasting, perpetual, an eternal, an everlasting

Notes: This word describes something that is without beginning or end, existing for an infinite duration. It is often used to refer to God's nature, the afterlife, or a covenant that is permanent. It can be used to modify nouns, indicating their timeless quality.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑἸΔΙΟΣ, ἈΤΕΛΕΥΤΗΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΑἸΩΝΙΟΣ (aiōnios) is derived from the noun ΑἸΩΝ (aiōn), meaning 'age' or 'eternity'. It describes something pertaining to an age or eternity.

G3778

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.

G3930

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: par-as-KHON-ton

Translations: having provided, having supplied, having offered, having granted, of those who provided

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'παρέχω' (parechō), meaning 'to provide' or 'to offer'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, often functioning adjectivally or adverbially in a sentence. In this form, it indicates 'of those who have provided' or 'of those who have offered', typically modifying a plural noun in the genitive case.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter, Plural

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΟΝΤΩΝ, ΠΑΡΕΧΟΜΕΝΩΝ

G1245

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-ah-DOKH-ohn

Translations: of successors, of heirs, of those who follow

Notes: This word refers to those who follow in succession, such as heirs, successors to a throne or office, or those who come after in a sequence. It is used to describe a group of people who take the place of others.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΛΗΡΟΝΟΜΩΝ, ΕΠΙΓΟΝΩΝ

Etymology: From διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'after', and δέχομαι (dechomai), meaning 'to receive'. It literally means 'one who receives in succession'.

G5363

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: fee-lan-throh-PEE-ah

Translations: love for mankind, philanthropy, humanity, kindness, a love for mankind, a philanthropy, a humanity, a kindness

Notes: This word is a compound noun meaning 'love for mankind' or 'philanthropy'. It combines 'φίλος' (philos), meaning 'loving' or 'dear', and 'ἄνθρωπος' (anthropos), meaning 'man' or 'human being'. It describes a benevolent disposition or action towards humanity in general, often implying kindness, compassion, or generosity. It can be used to describe a general attitude or specific acts of kindness.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥΣΠΛΑΓΧΝΙΑ, ΑΓΑΠΗ, ΕΥΕΡΓΕΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΦΙΛΑΝΘΡΩΠΙΑ is a compound of φίλος (philos), meaning 'loving' or 'dear', and ἄνθρωπος (anthropos), meaning 'man' or 'human being'. It literally means 'love of man' or 'love for humanity'.

G3398

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: mee-KROO

Translations: (of) small, (of) little, (of) short, (of) young, (of) unimportant, (of) the small one, (of) the little one, (of) the least

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the adjective 'ΜΙΚΡΟΣ' (mikros), meaning 'small' or 'little'. It can describe something as being of small size, quantity, or importance. When used substantively, it refers to 'the small one' or 'the least'. It is often used in phrases contrasting with 'great' or 'large', such as 'from great to small' (ἀπὸ μεγάλου ἕως μικροῦ), meaning 'from the greatest to the least' or 'from everyone, regardless of status'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΛΙΓΟΣ, ΒΡΑΧΥΣ, ΕΛΑΧΙΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΜΙΚΡΟΣ (mikros) is of uncertain origin, possibly from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'small'. It is related to the Latin 'minor' and 'minimus'.

G1163

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DEIN

Translations: to be necessary, to be needful, to be proper, to be right, to be fitting, to be binding, to be obligatory, to be due, to be destined, to be fated, to be required, to be compelled, to be obliged, to need, to have to, must, ought

Notes: This is the present active infinitive form of the impersonal verb 'ΔΕΙ'. It means 'to be necessary' or 'it is necessary'. It is often used to express obligation, necessity, or what is proper or destined to happen. It typically takes an infinitive as its subject, indicating what must or ought to be done.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΧΡΗ, ΑΝΑΓΚΗ ΕΣΤΙΝ

G3330

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-tah-DEH-doh-ken

Translations: has given a share, has imparted, has shared, has given, has distributed

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from μετά (meta, 'with, among') and δίδωμι (didomi, 'to give'). It means to give a share of something, to impart, or to distribute. It implies sharing something that one possesses with others, often in a generous or benevolent way. It is used in sentences to describe an action of sharing or imparting something to someone.

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΚΟΙΝΩΝΕΩ, ΜΕΡΙΖΩ

G3440

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: MO-non

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΜΟΝΩΣ, ΜΟΝΟΓΕΝΗΣ

G0235

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: AL-lah

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΠΛΗΝ, ΟΜΩΣ

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

G3173

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: meh-GAH-loys

Translations: to great, with great, by great, to large, with large, by large, to mighty, with mighty, by mighty

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'great', 'large', or 'mighty'. It is used to describe the size, importance, or power of nouns. In its dative plural form, as seen here, it indicates the indirect object or the means/instrument by which something is done, often translated with prepositions like 'to', 'with', or 'by'. It can refer to both people and things.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΙΣΧΥΡΟΣ, ΜΕΓΑΛΕΙΟΣ

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-BEH-res

Translations: Iberians

Notes: This word refers to the Iberians, an ancient people who inhabited the Iberian Peninsula (modern-day Spain and Portugal). It is used to denote the people themselves, often in a collective sense.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The word 'ἸΒΗΡ' (Iber) is of ancient origin, referring to the inhabitants of the Iberian Peninsula. Its precise etymology before Greek usage is uncertain, but it is believed to be derived from a local name for the Ebro River (ancient Iberus) or a related indigenous term.

G1161

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: goon

Translations: then, therefore, accordingly, at least, at any rate

Notes: This word is an inferential particle used to draw a conclusion or consequence from what has just been said. It often introduces a statement that follows logically from the preceding one, indicating a result or a summary. It can also be used to emphasize a point, meaning 'at least' or 'at any rate'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΡΑ, ΟΥΝ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be a strengthened form of the particle 'γε' (ge).

G3819

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: pa-LAI

Translations: long ago, of old, formerly, anciently

Notes: This word is an adverb of time, meaning 'long ago' or 'of old'. It is used to refer to events or states that occurred in the distant past. It can modify verbs, adjectives, or other adverbs, indicating that the action or quality described happened or existed a considerable time before the present.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΝΩΘΕΝ, ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΝ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to spread, flat'. In Greek, it developed to refer to something that is 'old' or 'ancient', leading to its use as an adverb for 'long ago'.

G3778

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

G4174

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: po-li-TEI-as

Translations: of citizenship, of commonwealth, of state, of government, of way of life, of a way of life

Notes: This word refers to the rights and duties of a citizen, the administration of a state, or the form of government. It can also describe a person's conduct or way of life within a community. It is often used in contexts discussing political systems or the collective body of citizens.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΙΣ, ΚΟΙΝΩΝΙΑ, ΒΙΟΣ

Etymology: From ancient Greek, derived from the word 'πολίτης' (politēs), meaning 'citizen', which itself comes from 'πόλις' (polis), meaning 'city' or 'state'.

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GOHN

Translations: saying, speaking, telling

Notes: ΛΕΓΩΝ is the present active participle of the verb λέγω (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is commonly used to introduce direct or indirect speech, functioning similarly to 'saying' or 'speaking' in English. For example, it might be translated as 'he came saying...' or 'they decreed, speaking...'. It describes an ongoing action of speaking or declaring.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΩΝ, ΦΩΝΩΝ, ΕΡΩΝ

Etymology: The word λέγω (legō) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to collect, gather, pick out'. In Greek, it evolved to mean 'to speak' or 'to say', perhaps from the idea of 'picking out words'.

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TON

Translations: him, it, them, himself, itself, the same

Notes: This word is an inflection of the pronoun 'ΑΥΤΟΣ'. It can function as a personal pronoun meaning 'him' or 'it' (singular), or 'them' (plural). It can also be used as an intensive pronoun, meaning 'himself' or 'itself', emphasizing the subject. Additionally, when used with an article, it can function as an adjective meaning 'the same'. Its meaning depends on the context and whether it's used alone or with an article.

Inflection: Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Singular; or Accusative, Masculine, Plural

G1080

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: gen-nee-THEIS

Translations: having been born, begotten

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle, meaning 'having been born' or 'begotten.' It describes someone or something that has undergone the process of birth or generation. It functions like an adjective or adverb in a sentence, indicating a completed action in the past that resulted in the state of being born.

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

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΠΟΙΗΘΕΙΣ, ΦΥΣΙΟΓΕΝΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΓΕΝΝΑΩ comes from the Greek root γένος (genos), meaning 'race, stock, family.' It refers to the act of procreation or bringing forth offspring.

G4280

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-EI-pon

Translations: said before, told beforehand, foretold, declared beforehand

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before', and the verb ἐρῶ (erō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It means to say something in advance, to declare it beforehand, or to foretell it. It is often used to refer to something that has already been mentioned or stated earlier in a text or conversation.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Singular or 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΛΕΓΩ, ΠΡΟΦΗΤΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of', and the aorist stem of the verb ἐρῶ (erō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'.

G0899

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: bah-thoo-TAH-toh

Translations: deepest, most profound, to the deepest, to the most profound

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the adjective 'deep' or 'profound', in its superlative degree. It describes something as being the 'deepest' or 'most profound'. It would be used in a sentence to indicate the recipient or location of an action related to the greatest depth or profundity, often translated with 'to' or 'in' (e.g., 'to the deepest part', 'in the most profound way').

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter, Superlative

Synonyms: ΒΑΘΥΤΑΤΟΣ

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-.

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: EHF

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, because of, with, by

Notes: This word is an elided form of the Greek preposition ἘΠΊ (epi), which means 'on,' 'upon,' or 'over.' The final vowel of ἘΠΊ is dropped before a word beginning with a vowel, especially a rough breathing mark, resulting in ἘΦ. Its precise meaning depends on the case of the noun it governs: with the genitive, it means 'on' or 'upon' (of place or time); with the dative, it means 'on,' 'at,' 'by,' or 'for' (of position or cause); and with the accusative, it means 'on,' 'to,' 'against,' or 'over' (of motion or purpose). It is also commonly used as a prefix in compound words.

Inflection: Does not inflect; it is an elided form of the preposition ἘΠΊ. Its meaning varies depending on the case of the noun it governs (Genitive, Dative, or Accusative).

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *opi, meaning 'on, near, against'. It is cognate with Latin ob and Sanskrit api.

G0001

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ay-ksee-OH-ken

Translations: has deemed worthy, has thought worthy, has considered worthy, has judged worthy, has demanded, has claimed

Notes: This word is the third person singular perfect active indicative form of the verb ἀξιόω (axioō). It means 'he/she/it has deemed worthy,' 'has considered worthy,' or 'has judged worthy.' It can also mean 'has demanded' or 'has claimed' something as due or fitting. It describes an action completed in the past with continuing relevance to the present.

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

Synonyms: ΚΡΙΝΩ, ΝΟΜΙΖΩ

Etymology: The verb ἀξιόω (axioō) is derived from the adjective ἄξιος (axios), meaning 'worthy' or 'deserving.' The suffix -όω is commonly used to form verbs meaning 'to consider or make worthy of' something.

G0337

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ah-nah-ee-roo-MEH-nays

Translations: being taken up, being taken away, being destroyed, being killed, being abolished, of being taken up, of being taken away, of being destroyed, of being killed, of being abolished

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'anaireō'. It describes an action that is ongoing or in progress, indicating something 'being taken up,' 'being taken away,' 'being destroyed,' 'being killed,' or 'being abolished.' It often implies the removal or destruction of something, or the taking of a life. As a genitive form, it typically functions to modify a noun, indicating possession or relationship, similar to saying 'of the one being taken away' or 'concerning the thing being destroyed.'

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive Voice, Participle, Singular, Feminine, Genitive

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΛΛΥΜΕΝΗΣ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΟΜΕΝΗΣ, ΦΟΝΕΥΟΜΕΝΗΣ

Etymology: The word ἀναιρέω (anaireō) is a compound verb formed from ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again,' and αἱρέω (haireō), meaning 'to take' or 'to seize.' Thus, it literally means 'to take up' or 'to take away,' and by extension, 'to destroy' or 'to kill.'

G2543

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: KAI-toy

Translations: and yet, although, though, nevertheless, yet, even though

Notes: ΚΑΙΤΟΙ is a conjunction or adverb used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or qualifies what has just been said. It often implies a sense of 'and yet' or 'nevertheless,' indicating a concession or a surprising fact. It can be used to introduce a counter-argument or to emphasize a point despite previous information.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙΠΕΡ, ΟΜΩΣ, ΠΛΗΝ

Etymology: ΚΑΙΤΟΙ is a compound word formed from the conjunction ΚΑΙ (kai, 'and, also, even') and the particle ΤΟΙ (toi, 'indeed, surely'). It emphasizes the 'and yet' or 'nevertheless' aspect.

G3625

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: oy-koo-MEH-nays

Translations: of the inhabited earth, of the world, of the Roman Empire, of the inhabited land

Notes: This word refers to the inhabited earth, the world, or more specifically, the Roman Empire during the time of the New Testament. It is often used to denote the entire civilized world as known to the ancients, particularly the Roman Empire. It is a feminine noun.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΟΣΜΟΥ, ΓΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΟΙΚΟΥΜΕΝΗ (oikoumenē) is the feminine present participle of the verb ΟΙΚΕΩ (oikeō), meaning 'to inhabit' or 'to dwell'. It literally means 'the inhabited (land)' and came to refer to the known world.

G3335

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-tah-lam-BAH-neen

Translations: to partake, to share, to receive, to take a share of, to obtain

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to take a share of' or 'to partake'. It implies receiving or sharing in something, often with others. It can be used in contexts of sharing food, knowledge, or experiences. The infinitive form 'ΜΕΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΕΙΝ' means 'to partake' or 'to share'.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΕΧΩ, ΚΟΙΝΩΝΕΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΜΕΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ is a compound of two Greek words: μετά (meta), meaning 'with' or 'after', and λαμβάνω (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. Thus, it literally means 'to take with' or 'to take a share'.

G0533

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-EE-ray-kah-sin

Translations: they have given up, they have despaired, they have forbidden, they have prohibited

Notes: This word describes the action of giving up, becoming disheartened, or forbidding something. It is often used to indicate a state of exhaustion or despair, or to express a prohibition. It is a compound word formed from ἀπό (apo, 'from, away from') and ἀγορεύω (agoreuō, 'to speak in the assembly, to declare').

Inflection: Third Person Plural, Perfect Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΕΚΛΥΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΜΝΩ, ΑΠΟΓΙΓΝΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: The word ἀπαγορεύω (apagoreuō) is derived from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἀγορεύω (agoreuō), meaning 'to speak in the assembly' or 'to declare'. Over time, its meaning evolved to include 'to forbid' or 'to give up'.

G1081

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: gen-NAI-os

Translations: noble, high-born, brave, courageous, generous, a noble, a high-born, a brave, a courageous, a generous

Notes: This word describes someone or something as noble, high-born, or of good stock. It can also refer to someone who is brave, courageous, or generous in spirit. It is used to commend a person's character or lineage, often implying a sense of inherent quality or virtue.

Inflection: Nominative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΥΓΕΝΗΣ, ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΑΝΔΡΕΙΟΣ

Etymology: From γένος (genos), meaning 'race, stock, family, birth'. The word relates to being 'of good birth' or 'well-born', which then extended to qualities associated with nobility such as bravery and generosity.

G3348

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-teh-KHEIN

Translations: to partake, to share in, to have a share in, to participate in

Notes: This word means to have a share in something, to participate in it, or to partake of it. It implies a joint possession or involvement with others. It is often followed by a genitive case to indicate what is being shared or participated in.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΟΙΝΩΝΕΩ, ΜΕΡΙΖΩ, ΣΥΜΜΕΤΕΧΩ

Etymology: The word ΜΕΤΕΧΩ is a compound of the preposition ΜΕΤΑ (meta), meaning 'with' or 'among', and the verb ΕΧΩ (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. Thus, it literally means 'to have with' or 'to hold among', leading to the sense of sharing or partaking.

G0514, G0516

Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective

Sounds like: ax-ee-OHN

Translations: worthy, deserving, fitting, suitable, to deem worthy, to consider worthy, to ask, to request, to expect, to think fit, of worthy ones, of those who are worthy

Notes: This word can function as a verb or an adjective. As a verb (from ἀξιόω), it means 'to deem worthy,' 'to consider worthy,' 'to ask,' 'to request,' or 'to expect.' As an adjective (from ἄξιος), it means 'worthy,' 'deserving,' 'fitting,' or 'suitable.' The form 'ἈΞΙΩΝ' can be a present active participle (nominative masculine singular) of the verb 'ἀξιόω', meaning 'deeming worthy' or 'asking'. It can also be the genitive plural (masculine, feminine, or neuter) of the adjective 'ἄξιος', meaning 'of worthy ones' or 'of those who are worthy'. Its meaning depends on the context.

Inflection: Present Active Participle (Nominative, Masculine, Singular) or Genitive Plural (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter)

Synonyms: ΕΥ̓ΛΟΓΟΣ, ΔΙΚΑΙΟΣ, ΠΡΕΠΩΝ

G5177

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: too-KHEIN

Translations: to obtain, to happen, to meet, to attain, to get, to receive, to befall

Notes: This word means to obtain or get something, often by chance or fortune, but also through effort. It can also mean to happen or to meet someone or something. It is frequently used in the sense of 'to attain' a goal or 'to receive' a benefit. It is an infinitive form, often used after verbs like 'to be able' or 'to desire'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word ΤΥΓΧΑΝΩ comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to hit' or 'to obtain'. It is related to words signifying 'chance' or 'fortune'.

G4811

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soo-koh-fan-TEIN

Translations: to accuse falsely, to slander, to extort, to inform against

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to accuse falsely, to slander, or to extort money by false accusations. It is often used in legal or political contexts to describe someone who brings groundless charges or uses threats to gain an advantage. It is a compound word, literally meaning 'fig-shower' or 'one who shows figs', referring to an informer who reported illegal fig exports in ancient Athens.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΒΑΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΗΓΟΡΕΩ, ΕΚΒΙΑΖΩ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΚΟΦΑΝΤΕΩ (sykophanteō) is a compound of σῦκον (sykon, 'fig') and φαίνω (phainō, 'to show' or 'to reveal'). Its original meaning is thought to refer to someone who informed on those who illegally exported figs from Attica, which was forbidden. Over time, it evolved to mean a malicious accuser or slanderer.

G2021

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ekh-ei-REE-seh

Translations: he attempted, he undertook, he tried, he endeavored

Notes: This word describes the action of attempting or undertaking something, often with the implication of putting one's hand to a task or making an effort. It is used to express that someone made an effort or began an action, whether successfully or not. It is a compound word formed from 'ἐπί' (upon, over) and 'χειρέω' (to handle, from 'χείρ' meaning hand).

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΡΑΖΩ, ΤΟΛΜΑΩ, ΕΠΙΒΑΛΛΩ

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).

G2983

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: lah-BON-tahs

Translations: having taken, taking, receiving, having received, having gotten, getting

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambano), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has occurred prior to or concurrently with the main verb of the sentence. It often conveys the sense of 'having taken' or 'having received' something.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Accusative, Plural, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΑΙΡΕΩ

G639

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-po-REE-ah

Translations: perplexity, a perplexity, difficulty, a difficulty, distress, a distress, want, a want, lack, a lack

Notes: This word refers to a state of being at a loss, without resources, or in great difficulty. It can describe a situation of perplexity or embarrassment, or a lack of means, such as poverty or destitution. It is often used to describe a state of being without a way forward or a solution.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΡΟΣ, ΕΝΔΕΙΑ, ΠΕΝΙΑ

Etymology: From the Greek prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'not' or 'without', and πόρος (poros), meaning 'passage', 'way', or 'resource'. Thus, it literally means 'no way' or 'without resource'.

G3611

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: oy-KAY-son-ton

Translations: of those who will dwell, of those who will inhabit, of those who will reside

Notes: This word is a future active participle, meaning 'those who will dwell' or 'those who will inhabit'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, often translated with a relative clause (e.g., 'those who will...'). It indicates an action that will take place in the future by the subjects.

Inflection: Future Active Participle, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter, Plural

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΟΙΚΗΣΟΝΤΩΝ, ΕΝΟΙΚΗΣΟΝΤΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΟΙΚΕΩ (oikeō) comes from the noun ΟΙΚΟΣ (oikos), meaning 'house' or 'dwelling'. The verb thus means 'to dwell in a house' or 'to inhabit'.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

Translations: with, among, after, behind, afterward, besides

Notes: ΜΕΤΑ is a versatile word that functions as both a preposition and an adverb. As a preposition, its meaning depends on the case of the noun it governs: when followed by a genitive noun, it means 'with' or 'among', indicating association or presence; when followed by an accusative noun, it means 'after' or 'behind', indicating sequence or pursuit. As an adverb, it typically means 'afterward' or 'besides'. It is a very common word in Koine Greek.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΟΠΙΣΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *met- 'in the middle, among, with'. It is cognate with English 'mid' and 'middle'.

G4710

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: spoo-DEHS

Translations: (of) diligence, (of) haste, (of) earnestness, (of) zeal, (of) eagerness

Notes: This word refers to a state of earnestness, diligence, or eagerness. It can also denote speed or haste in action. It is used to describe the quality of being diligent or the act of doing something quickly and with great effort.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΑΧΟΣ, ΕΠΙΜΕΛΕΙΑ, ΖΗΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word σπουδή (spoudē) is derived from the verb σπεύδω (speudō), meaning 'to hasten' or 'to be eager'. It refers to the quality of being quick or earnest in action.

G5259

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

G4172

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: POH-lin

Translations: city, a city

Notes: The word 'πόλιν' is the accusative singular form of the noun 'πόλις', meaning 'city'. It refers to a populated place, typically larger than a village, with a defined administrative structure. As an accusative case, it functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions, indicating the destination or the object being acted upon. For example, one might 'go into the city' or 'see the city'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The word 'πόλις' comes from Proto-Indo-European, referring to a fortified place or citadel. It developed to mean a city-state in ancient Greece, encompassing both the physical settlement and its citizens.

G2251

Part of Speech: Possessive Pronoun

Sounds like: hay-meh-TEH-rohn

Translations: (of) our, (of) ours

Notes: This word is a possessive pronoun meaning 'our' or 'ours'. It indicates possession by a group including the speaker. As a genitive plural, it typically modifies a noun, indicating that the noun belongs to 'us'. For example, 'our house' or 'the house of ours'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΗΜΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'ἡμέτερος' (hēmeteros) comes from 'ἡμεῖς' (hēmeis), meaning 'we'. It is a possessive adjective derived from the first person plural pronoun.

G5100

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE-nas

Translations: who, what, some, any, some people, any people, some things, any things

Notes: ΤΙΝΑΣ is an inflected form of the pronoun/adjective ΤΙΣ. It serves as both an interrogative (asking 'who?' or 'what?') and an indefinite (meaning 'someone,' 'something,' 'some,' or 'any'). In this form, it is the masculine or feminine, plural, accusative case. It can be used to ask about the identity of multiple people or things, or to refer to an unspecified group of people or things.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

G1960

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ep-ee-meh-LOHS

Translations: carefully, diligently, assiduously, accurately

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'carefully' or 'diligently'. It describes an action performed with great attention to detail and thoroughness. It can be used to emphasize the precision or earnestness with which something is done.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΚΡΙΒΩΣ, ΣΠΟΥΔΑΙΩΣ

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙΜΕΛΩΣ (epimelōs) is derived from the adjective ἘΠΙΜΕΛΗΣ (epimelēs), meaning 'careful' or 'diligent', which itself comes from the verb ἘΠΙΜΕΛΕΟΜΑΙ (epimeleomai), meaning 'to take care of'.

G703

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-reh-TAYS

Translations: of virtue, of excellence, of moral goodness, of valor

Notes: This word refers to moral excellence, virtue, or valor. It describes a quality of high moral standing or outstanding ability, often implying courage or effectiveness.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΟΣΥΝΗ, ΚΑΛΟΚΑΓΑΘΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'Ἀρετή' (aretē) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to 'ἀρή' (arē), meaning 'prayer' or 'curse', or from the root 'ἀρ-' (ar-), meaning 'to fit' or 'to join'. It evolved to signify excellence of any kind, and later, moral excellence.

G2251

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: hay-MEH-teh-roys

Translations: our, our own, our people, our things

Notes: This word is a possessive adjective meaning 'our' or 'our own'. It is used to indicate possession by the first person plural (we). It can refer to people ('our people') or things ('our things') belonging to 'us'. In this form, it is a plural dative, meaning 'to/for our' or 'with/by our'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΗΜΩΝ, ΗΜΕΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From the Koine Greek pronoun ἡμεῖς (hēmeis), meaning 'we'. It is a possessive adjective formed from the first person plural pronoun.

G1083

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GEH-ras

Translations: privilege, a privilege, gift, a gift, honor, an honor, reward, a reward

Notes: This word is a noun referring to a privilege, a gift, an honor, or a reward. It often denotes a special mark of respect or a prize given for achievement or status. It can be used in contexts where something is given as a due or a right, rather than a mere gratuity.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΩΡΟΝ, ΤΙΜΗ, ΜΙΣΘΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'γέρας' is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is related to the concept of old age and the respect or privileges associated with it.

G5091

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-TEE-ma

Translations: was honoring, used to honor, honored, was valuing, used to value, valued

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'τιμάω' (timaō), meaning 'to honor' or 'to value'. The imperfect tense indicates an ongoing, repeated, or customary action in the past. It describes an action that was happening over a period of time, rather than a single completed event. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He was honoring God' or 'She used to value her friends'.

Inflection: Imperfect, Active, Indicative, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΣΕΒΩ, ΔΟΞΑΖΩ

G1484

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ETH-nos

Translations: nation, a nation, people, a people, Gentiles, a Gentile

Notes: This word refers to a nation, a people group, or a race. In the New Testament, it often refers specifically to the Gentiles, meaning non-Jewish people. It can be used to describe a large group of people united by common descent, culture, or language.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΑΟΣ, ΦΥΛΗ

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to ἔθος (ethos, 'custom, habit'). It refers to a group of people sharing common customs or characteristics.

G3754

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-tee

Translations: that, because, for, since, how, what, which

Notes: ΟΤΙ is a versatile word in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction meaning 'that', 'because', 'for', or 'since'. It can introduce a clause explaining a reason or consequence, or it can introduce direct speech, similar to how quotation marks function in English. It can also act as a relative pronoun meaning 'what' or 'which'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΓΑΡ

Etymology: The word ΟΤΙ is derived from the neuter accusative singular of the relative pronoun ὅστις (hostis), meaning 'whoever, whatever'. Over time, it evolved to function primarily as a conjunction.

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: dee-AH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΕΝΕΚΑ

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

G1932

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ep-ee-I-kee-an

Translations: fairness, gentleness, clemency, equity, reasonableness, a fairness, a gentleness, a clemency, an equity, a reasonableness

Notes: This word refers to the quality of fairness, gentleness, or reasonableness. It implies a disposition to be mild and considerate, often going beyond the strict letter of the law to show clemency or equity. It describes a character trait of being yielding and not overly strict or harsh.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΡΗΣΤΟΤΗΣ, ΠΡΑΟΤΗΣ, ΕΥΓΝΩΜΟΣΥΝΗ

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: (to) him, (to) her, (to) it, (to) himself, (to) herself, (to) itself

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It functions as a personal pronoun meaning 'him', 'her', or 'it' when used as an indirect object, often translated with 'to' or 'for'. It can also function as an intensive pronoun meaning 'himself', 'herself', or 'itself', emphasizing the subject. In some contexts, especially with the definite article, it can act as a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'the same'. Its usage depends heavily on the surrounding context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

G3930

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-ES-khon

Translations: they provided, they offered, they gave, they granted, they presented

Notes: This word is the third person plural, aorist active indicative form of the verb παρέχω (parechō), meaning 'to provide, offer, give, grant, or present'. It describes an action that was completed in the past by a group of people ('they'). It can be used in sentences to indicate that a group of individuals supplied or made something available.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, Third Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ, ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word παρέχω (parechō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'from', and the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. Together, they convey the sense of 'holding out' or 'presenting from beside oneself'.

G4369

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-eth-EE-ken

Translations: he added, he put to, he increased, he continued

Notes: This verb means 'to add to,' 'to put to,' 'to increase,' or 'to continue.' It describes the action of joining one thing to another, making something larger or more numerous, or resuming an action. It is often used to indicate an action that follows or builds upon a previous one.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΘΗΚΕ, ΠΡΟΣΕΘΕΤΟ, ΠΡΟΣΕΘΗΚΑΝ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards,' and the verb τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to put' or 'to place.'

G0863

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-fo-ro-lo-GEE-ton

Translations: tax-exempt, untaxed, free from tribute, not subject to tribute

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'tax-exempt' or 'untaxed'. It describes something or someone that is not required to pay taxes or tribute. It is a compound word formed from the negative prefix 'ἀ-' (a-), meaning 'not' or 'without', and 'φορολογέω' (phorologeō), meaning 'to collect tribute' or 'to tax'. Thus, it literally means 'not taxed' or 'without tribute'. It is used to describe lands, people, or entities that are granted exemption from taxation.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word ἈΦΟΡΟΛΟΓΗΤΟΣ is derived from the negative prefix ἀ- (a-, 'not, without') and the verb φορολογέω (phorologeō, 'to collect tribute, to tax'). The verb φορολογέω itself comes from φόρος (phoros, 'tribute, tax') and λέγω (legō, 'to collect, to reckon').

G5426

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-phro-NEE-sen

Translations: he thought, he considered, he understood, he was minded, he set his mind

Notes: This word describes the act of thinking, considering, understanding, or having a particular mindset. It implies a mental activity of reflection or judgment. It is often used to express someone's attitude or disposition towards something.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΝΟΕΩ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word ΦΡΟΝΕΩ comes from the Greek word φρήν (phrēn), meaning 'mind' or 'intellect'. It is related to the concept of mental activity and understanding.

G1470

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: en-kheh-EE-ri-se

Translations: he handed over, she handed over, it handed over, he entrusted, she entrusted, it entrusted, he committed, she committed, it committed

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to hand over, entrust, or commit something to someone. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ἐν' (in, into) and the verb 'χειρίζω' (to handle, to manage with the hand), literally meaning 'to put into someone's hand'. It is used to describe the act of transferring responsibility, authority, or an object to another person.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΕΠΙΤΡΕΠΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΓΧΕΙΡΙΖΩ is a compound verb derived from the preposition 'ἐν' (in, into) and the verb 'χειρίζω' (to handle, to manage with the hand), which itself comes from 'χείρ' (hand). It literally means 'to put into the hand'.

G5432

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: froo-REE-ah

Translations: fortresses, garrisons, guard posts

Notes: This word refers to fortified places, such as a fortress, a castle, or a military post. It can also denote a garrison or a body of troops stationed in such a place. It is used to describe strongholds or secure locations.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΧΥΡΩΜΑΤΑ, ΠΥΡΓΟΙ, ΤΕΙΧΗ

Etymology: The word ΦΡΟΥΡΙΟΝ (phrourion) comes from the verb φρουρέω (phroureō), meaning 'to guard' or 'to keep watch'. It is related to φρουρός (phrouros), meaning 'a guard' or 'a watchman'.

G2956

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: koo-RAY-nays

Translations: of Cyrene

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of 'Cyrene', referring to an ancient Greek city and region in modern-day Libya. It was a significant center in the Hellenistic and Roman periods, known for its Jewish population. When used in a sentence, it indicates possession or origin, such as 'the Jews of Cyrene' or 'from Cyrene'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The name 'Cyrene' is of Greek origin, referring to the ancient city founded by Greeks from Thera. It is believed to be named after a spring or a nymph named Cyrene.

G0757

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: AR-khein

Translations: to rule, to govern, to lead, to begin, to be first

Notes: This is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'ἈΡΧΩ'. It means 'to rule' or 'to govern', indicating the act of exercising authority or leadership over someone or something. It can also mean 'to begin' or 'to be first', referring to the initiation of an action or being in a primary position. 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

Synonyms: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΩ, ΚΥΡΙΕΥΩ, ΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From the noun ἀρχή (archē), meaning 'beginning, origin, rule, authority'. The verb thus relates to both the concept of starting something and holding a position of power.

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: OW-tas

Translations: them, themselves

Notes: This word is a pronoun meaning 'them' or 'themselves'. It is used to refer to a group of feminine nouns or persons in the accusative case, indicating that they are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition. It can function as a simple pronoun or as an intensive pronoun, emphasizing the subjects themselves.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΦΑΣ, ΣΦΕΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient Greek pronoun that has been in use since classical times, referring to 'self' or 'same', and developing into a general third-person pronoun.

G5361

Part of Speech: Adjective, Proper Noun

Sounds like: fee-lah-DEL-foss

Translations: brotherly, loving brothers, loving sisters, fond of one's brother, fond of one's sister, a brotherly one

Notes: This word is a compound adjective meaning 'loving brothers' or 'loving sisters', often translated as 'brotherly'. It is formed from 'φίλος' (philos), meaning 'dear, beloved, friend', and 'ἀδελφός' (adelphos), meaning 'brother'. It can describe someone who has a strong affection for their siblings or fellow believers. It was also used as an epithet, notably for Ptolemy II Philadelphus, indicating his love for his sister (and wife).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΦΙΛΑΔΕΛΦΙΑ

Etymology: The word is a compound of Ancient Greek φίλος (philos, 'dear, beloved, friend') and ἀδελφός (adelphos, 'brother'). It literally means 'brother-loving' or 'fond of one's brother'.

G1941

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ep-ee-klay-THEYS

Translations: called, named, surnamed, invoked, appealed to

Notes: This word is a passive participle derived from the verb 'epikaleō'. It means 'having been called', 'having been named', or 'having been surnamed'. It can also refer to someone who has been invoked or appealed to. It is often used to describe someone who is known by a particular name or title, or to whom an appeal is made.

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

Synonyms: ΟΝΟΜΑΖΩ, ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΠΡΟΣΑΓΟΡΕΥΩ

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: pa-RAH

Translations: beside, by, near, from, with, at, along, beyond, against, through, in the presence of, alongside, a

Notes: This word functions primarily as a preposition, indicating proximity, origin, or comparison. It can mean 'beside,' 'from,' 'with,' 'at,' or 'alongside,' depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used as a prefix in compound words, it often conveys ideas of proximity, deviation, or intensity, such as 'alongside,' 'beyond,' 'contrary to,' or 'through.'

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition); as a prefix, it modifies the meaning of the verb or noun it attaches to.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΣΥΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *per- (meaning 'forward, through'). It is cognate with English 'for' and 'through'.

G4178

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'.

G3173

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: MEH-giss-ton

Translations: greatest, largest, most important, a greatest thing

Notes: This word is the superlative form of the adjective 'μέγας' (megas), meaning 'great' or 'large'. Therefore, 'μέγιστον' translates to 'greatest', 'largest', or 'most important'. It is used to describe something that surpasses all others in size, importance, or degree. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating the highest degree of a quality.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΜΕΓΑΛΟΝ, ΥΠΕΡΜΕΓΕΘΕΣ

Etymology: The word 'μέγας' (megas), from which 'μέγιστον' is derived, comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'great' or 'large'. It has cognates in many Indo-European languages.

G1939

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: eh-pee-thoo-MAY-tays

Translations: desirer, one who desires, one who lusts, a desirer, a lustful person

Notes: This word refers to someone who desires or longs for something, often with a strong or intense craving. It can carry a negative connotation, implying a lustful or covetous person, especially in a moral or spiritual context. It is a compound word formed from 'ἐπί' (upon, toward), 'θυμός' (passion, spirit), and the agent suffix '-της' (one who does).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΘΥΜΙΑ, ΠΟΘΟΣ

Etymology: This word is derived from the verb ἐπιθυμέω (epithymeō, to desire, long for) and the agent noun suffix -της (-tēs). The verb itself comes from ἐπί (epi, upon, toward) and θυμός (thymos, passion, spirit).

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEH-neh-toh

Translations: it happened, it came to pass, it became, it was, it came into being

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist indicative middle/passive of the verb γίνομαι (ginomai). It signifies an event that occurred or a state that came into existence in the past. It is frequently used to introduce a new event or development in a narrative, often translated as 'it happened' or 'it came to pass'. It can also describe something becoming or being made into something else.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

G1097

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: gno-NAI

Translations: to know, to understand, to perceive, to learn, to recognize

Notes: This is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō), meaning 'to know'. It expresses the action of knowing or coming to know in a general sense, without specifying the time of the action. It is often used as the object of another verb or as a complement to an adjective, indicating purpose or result, such as 'to be able to know' or 'for the purpose of knowing'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΟΙΔΑ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ

G2251

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: hay-MEH-teh-roos

Translations: our, ours

Notes: This word is a possessive adjective meaning 'our' or 'ours'. It indicates possession by the first person plural ('we'). It is used to describe something that belongs to or is associated with 'us'. For example, it could be used in a phrase like 'our houses' or 'our people'.

Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Accusative

Etymology: The word Ἡμέτερος (hēméteros) is derived from the first person plural pronoun ἡμεῖς (hēmeis), meaning 'we'. It is an adjective formed to express possession related to 'us'.

G2413

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: hee-eh-RON

Translations: (of) holy, (of) sacred, (of) consecrated, (of) a holy thing, (of) sacred things, (of) holy places

Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the adjective 'holy' or 'sacred'. It describes something belonging to or associated with the divine, a temple, or religious rites. It can also function as a noun in the genitive plural, referring to 'holy things' or 'sacred places'. It is often used to describe objects, places, or actions that are set apart for religious purposes.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, All genders

Synonyms: ΑΓΙΩΝ, ΟΣΙΩΝ

Etymology: The word ἱερός (hieros) comes from an ancient root meaning 'sacred' or 'holy', often associated with that which is set apart for a deity or religious use. It is related to the concept of sacrifice and divine power.

G1125

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: grah-FOHN

Translations: writing, drawing, recording, one who writes, he who writes

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'to write' or 'to draw'. It describes an action that is currently happening or ongoing. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun (e.g., 'the writing man'), or substantivally, acting as a noun itself (e.g., 'the one who writes'). It can also imply the act of recording or registering something.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΓΓΡΑΦΩΝ, ΚΑΤΑΓΡΑΦΩΝ

G2059

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: er-mee-NEH-oo-sahn-tahs

Translations: those who will interpret, those who will explain, those who will translate, about to interpret, about to explain, about to translate

Notes: This word is a future active participle derived from the verb 'hermeneuō', meaning 'to interpret', 'to explain', or 'to translate'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that will perform the action of interpreting, explaining, or translating. It often implies a purpose or intention, indicating 'those who are going to interpret' or 'for the purpose of interpreting'.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine, Future, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΔΙΕΡΜΗΝΕΥΩ, ΕΞΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ

G3551

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.

G1125

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: grah-FEE-nai

Translations: to write, to be written, to record, to register

Notes: This is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'graphō', meaning 'to write'. It indicates an action of writing that is completed or viewed as a whole, and the subject of the action is being acted upon (passive voice). As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun and can be used in various grammatical constructions, often after verbs like 'to command' or 'to wish'. For example, 'he commanded to be written' or 'it is necessary to write'.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΓΓΡΑΦΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΡΑΦΩ

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-ris-TEH-ah

Translations: Aristeas

Notes: This is a proper noun, specifically a male personal name. It refers to an individual named Aristeas. In the provided context, it appears alongside other names, indicating it functions as a direct reference to a person.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Aristeas is derived from the Greek word 'ἄριστος' (aristos), meaning 'best' or 'most excellent'. It was a common name in ancient Greece, reflecting a desire to associate the individual with high quality or virtue.

G3809

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pai-DEI-ah

Translations: discipline, instruction, training, education, correction, chastening, a discipline, an instruction

Notes: This word refers to the process of training, educating, or disciplining someone, often with the aim of moral or intellectual improvement. It can encompass both positive instruction and corrective punishment, much like the English word 'discipline'. It is used to describe the upbringing and guidance of children, as well as the spiritual training or correction from God.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΙΑ, ΝΟΥΘΕΣΙΑ, ΕΠΙΤΙΜΙΑ

Etymology: From the Greek word 'παιδεύω' (paideuō), meaning 'to train, to educate', which in turn comes from 'παῖς' (pais), meaning 'child'. The word thus relates to the upbringing and instruction of children.

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: kath

Translations: according to, down, against, throughout, during, by, for, with respect to, concerning

Notes: This word is an elided form of the preposition 'κατά' (kata), which means 'down' or 'according to'. It is commonly used as a prefix in compound words or as a preposition governing various cases. When used as a preposition, it can indicate movement downwards, distribution, opposition, or a standard of comparison. For example, 'καθ' ἕνα' means 'one by one', and 'καθά' means 'just as' or 'according as'. The elision (dropping of the final vowel) occurs before a word beginning with a vowel and a rough breathing mark.

Inflection: Does not inflect (it is an elided form of a preposition)

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'κατά' (kata) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'down' or 'against'. It is a common preposition in ancient Greek, indicating various relationships of position, direction, or standard.

G1308

Part of Speech: Adjective, Participle

Sounds like: dee-ah-FEH-ron-tah

Translations: different, differing, excellent, excelling, superior, important, carrying through, enduring

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'διαφέρω' (diapherō), meaning 'to carry through, to differ, to excel, to be superior, or to be important'. As an adjective, it describes something that is distinct, superior, or of great importance. It can be used to describe people or things that stand out from others due to their qualities or significance.

Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative; or Plural, Masculine or Feminine, Accusative; Present, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΦΟΡΟΣ, ΕΞΟΧΟΣ, ΥΠΕΡΕΧΩΝ

G5438

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: foo-la-KAYN

Translations: guard, a guard, prison, a prison, watch, a watch, custody, a custody, keeping, a keeping

Notes: This word refers to the act of guarding or keeping, a place of custody like a prison, or a period of watching, such as a night watch. It can be used to describe a literal prison or a state of being held in custody. It can also refer to the act of keeping or observing something, like a command or a law.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΜΩΤΗΡΙΟΝ, ΤΗΡΗΣΙΣ, ΚΟΥΣΤΩΔΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΦΥΛΑΚΗ (phylakē) comes from the verb φυλάσσω (phylassō), meaning 'to guard, watch, protect'.

G1468

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eng-keh-kheh-khee-rees-MEH-noos

Translations: entrusted, committed, delivered, handed over, given charge of, a entrusted, a committed

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been entrusted' or 'having been committed'. It describes someone or something that has had a task, responsibility, or object placed into their hands or charge. It is often used to indicate a state of being responsible for something due to a prior act of entrusting.

Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Accusative, Perfect Passive Participle

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΝΑΤΙΘΗΜΙ

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEE

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, concerning, during, by, beside, near, among, with respect to

Notes: This is a very common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often means 'upon, over, on, at, in the time of, during, concerning, in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'upon, on, at, by, near, beside, in, for, in addition to, on the basis of, because of, in the time of, during, in the presence of, against'. With the accusative case, it typically means 'upon, on, to, against, over, for, with a view to, at, by, during, in the time of'. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'upon, besides, in addition'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to similar prepositions in other Indo-European languages, conveying ideas of 'on, upon, over'.

G1210

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: DAY-poo

Translations: doubtless, surely, perhaps, I suppose, of course

Notes: This word is an adverb used to express a degree of certainty, an assumption, or a rhetorical question implying an obvious answer. It often conveys a sense of 'surely' or 'doubtless' when the speaker expects agreement, or 'perhaps' when making a mild assumption. It can also be used to introduce a question that expects a negative answer, similar to 'surely not'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΡΑ, ΠΟΥ

Etymology: From the particle δῆ (dē), indicating emphasis or certainty, and the particle που (pou), indicating a place or an indefinite sense. Together, they form an adverb expressing a degree of certainty or an assumption.

G3961

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: PAH-tree-on

Translations: ancestral, hereditary, traditional, of the fathers, customary

Notes: This word describes something that belongs to or is inherited from one's fathers or ancestors. It refers to customs, laws, or traditions that have been passed down through generations. It can be used to describe anything that is characteristic of one's heritage or lineage.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΑΤΡΩΟΣ, ΠΑΤΡΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word πατήρ (patēr), meaning 'father', combined with the suffix -ιον, indicating belonging or relation.

G5385

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: fee-loh-so-FEE-an

Translations: philosophy, a philosophy

Notes: This word refers to the love of wisdom or the pursuit of knowledge, especially concerning fundamental truths about existence, knowledge, values, reason, mind, and language. It is a compound word formed from 'φίλος' (philos), meaning 'loving' or 'dear', and 'σοφία' (sophia), meaning 'wisdom'. In Koine Greek, it can refer to both the general pursuit of wisdom and specific philosophical systems or schools of thought.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΟΦΙΑ, ΓΝΩΣΙΣ

G1937

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-ee-thoo-MAY-sas

Translations: having desired, having longed for, having coveted, having lusted after

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having desired' or 'having longed for'. It describes an action of desiring that has already occurred. It can be used to describe someone who has a strong yearning or craving for something, whether good or bad. It often implies a strong emotional inclination towards an object or outcome.

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

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΘΕΛΩ, ΟΡΕΓΟΜΑΙ

G1621

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-ma-THAYN

Translations: to learn thoroughly, to learn well, to learn by heart, to ascertain, to find out, to understand fully

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from,' and the verb μανθάνω (manthano), meaning 'to learn.' Therefore, 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: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: The word ἐκμανθάνω (ekmanthano) is a compound of the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of, from,' and the verb μανθάνω (manthano), meaning 'to learn.' The prefix ἐκ intensifies the meaning of learning, suggesting a complete or thorough acquisition of knowledge.

G5530

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: khro-MEH-non

Translations: using, employing, having dealings with, associating with, of those using, of those employing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'χράομαι', meaning 'to use' or 'to employ'. It describes someone who is in the act of using or dealing with something or someone. It often implies a relationship or interaction, such as 'associating with' or 'having dealings with'. In the genitive plural form, as seen here, it typically translates to 'of those who are using' or 'of those who are employing'.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Genitive, Plural, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΧΟΝΤΩΝ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΩΝ

G2706

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-froh-NEH-ee

Translations: he was despising, he was looking down on, he was scorning, he was disdaining, he was neglecting

Notes: This word describes the act of despising, looking down on, or treating with contempt. It implies a sense of disdain or scorn towards someone or something, often indicating a lack of respect or a feeling of superiority. It can also mean to neglect or disregard something as unimportant.

Inflection: Imperfect Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΑΘΕΤΕΩ, ΟΥ̓ΔΕΝΙΖΩ, ΥΠΕΡΦΡΟΝΕΩ

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Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: LEE-ahn

Translations: very, exceedingly, greatly, much, extremely

Notes: This word is an adverb that means 'very' or 'exceedingly'. It is used to intensify the meaning of an adjective, another adverb, or a verb, indicating a high degree or extent of something. For example, it can be used to say 'very good' or 'greatly rejoice'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΦΟΔΡΑ, ΠΟΛΥ, ΜΑΛΑ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the idea of 'smoothness' or 'plainness', which then developed into the meaning of 'very' or 'exceedingly'.

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