2001 Translation

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.

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

G5297

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: hoo-pen-ekh-THEN-tohn

Translations: of those having been brought under, of those having been borne, of those having been endured, of those having been submitted to

Notes: This is a genitive plural aorist passive participle of the verb 'ὑποφέρω' (hypopherō). It describes a group of people or things that have undergone or endured something, or have been brought under a certain condition or burden. It implies a past action that was done to them, resulting in their current state.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΣΤΑΖΩ, ΥΠΟΜΕΝΩ

Etymology: The word 'ὑποφέρω' (hypopherō) is a compound word formed from 'ὑπό' (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'by,' and 'φέρω' (pherō), meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry.' Thus, it literally means 'to bear under' or 'to carry under,' leading to meanings like 'to endure' or 'to submit to.'

G1627

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-FEH-roo-see

Translations: they carry out, they bring out, they lead out, they bear out, they produce, they declare, they wage (war)

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'εκ' (out of) and the verb 'φερω' (to carry, bear). It means to carry, bring, or lead something out from a place. It can also mean to produce something, to declare or make known, or, in a military context, to wage or carry on war.

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

Synonyms: ΕΞΑΓΩ, ΠΡΟΑΓΩ, ΑΝΑΦΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΚΦΕΡΩ is a compound of the preposition ΕΚ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ΦΕΡΩ (pherō), meaning 'to bear', 'to carry', or 'to bring'. The combination signifies the action of bringing something forth or out.

G3923

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: pah-lah-ee-STEE-noys

Translations: (to) Palestinians, (for) Palestinians

Notes: This word refers to the inhabitants of Philistia, a region on the coast of ancient Canaan. In the biblical context, these were often the Philistines, a people frequently in conflict with the Israelites. The word is used here in the dative plural, indicating the recipients of an action or the beneficiaries of something.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, Masculine

Etymology: The word "Palestinos" is derived from the Hebrew word "Peleshet," which referred to the land of the Philistines. The Greek term was adopted to describe the people inhabiting this region.

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'.

G5037

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Particle

Sounds like: TEH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΔΕ, ΑΛΛΑ

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

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.

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.

G5197

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: hyoo-BRIS-tai

Translations: insolent person, an insolent person, arrogant person, an arrogant person, violent person, a violent person, abuser, an abuser

Notes: This word refers to someone who is insolent, arrogant, or violent. It describes a person who acts with contempt and disregard for others, often with a sense of superiority or a desire to inflict harm or humiliation. It can be used to describe someone who is an abuser or a perpetrator of violence.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡΗΦΑΝΟΣ, ΑΛΑΖΩΝ, ΚΑΤΑΦΡΟΝΗΤΗΣ

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: geh-NO-meh-noy

Translations: having become, being, having come to pass, having arisen, having been born, having happened

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle derived from the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to come into being,' 'to happen,' or 'to be born.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred or a state that has been achieved. It often translates as 'having become' or 'those who have become,' indicating a completed action that results in a new state or identity.

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

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΤΕΣ, ΕΓΕΝΟΝΤΟ

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.

G0765

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ah-SEH-bays

Translations: ungodly, impious, wicked, unrighteous, a wicked person, the ungodly

Notes: This word describes someone who is irreverent towards God, lacking in piety, or acting contrary to divine law. It can be used as an adjective to describe things or people, or substantively as a noun to refer to 'the ungodly' or 'wicked people'. It implies a deliberate disregard for religious or moral obligations.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΝΟΜΟΣ, ΑΔΙΚΟΣ, ΠΟΝΗΡΟΣ

G0568

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-PEH-khon-toh

Translations: they were holding back, they were keeping away, they were abstaining, they were refraining, they were receiving in full

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to hold back from', 'to keep away from', 'to abstain from', or 'to refrain from'. It can also mean 'to receive in full' or 'to have received payment in full', especially when used with an accusative object. Its meaning depends on the context, particularly whether it's used transitively or intransitively, and with what prepositions or cases.

Inflection: Imperfect Indicative, Middle/Passive Voice, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΩΛΥΩ, ΕΧΩ

Etymology: The word ἀπέχω (apechō) is a compound word formed from the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'.

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.

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.

G1094

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: geh-ROHN

Translations: old man, an old man, elder

Notes: This word refers to an old man or an elder. It is used to describe someone who is advanced in age, often implying wisdom or respect due to their years. It can be used in a general sense for any elderly male, or specifically for an elder in a community or religious context.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΡΕΣΒΥΤΗΣ, ΠΡΕΣΒΥΣ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵerh₂- meaning 'to grow old'. It is related to the Greek word γῆρας (gēras), meaning 'old age'.

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.

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.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-LAM-bah-non

Translations: they were taking, they used to take, they were receiving, they used to receive, they took, they received

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive'. The imperfect tense describes an ongoing, repeated, or customary action in the past. So, 'ἘΛΑΜΒΑΝΟΝ' means 'they were taking' or 'they used to take', indicating an action that was happening continuously or habitually in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ

G724

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: har-pa-GAYS

Translations: plunder, spoil, a plunder, a spoil, robbery, a robbery

Notes: This word refers to the act of plundering, seizing, or carrying off by force, or the spoils obtained from such an act. It describes something that has been snatched away or taken violently. It can be used to refer to the act of robbery or the items stolen.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΡΠΑΓΗ, ΛΑΦΥΡΟΝ, ΣΚΥΛΟΝ

Etymology: The word comes from the verb ἁρπάζω (harpazō), meaning 'to seize, snatch, carry off'.

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'.

G2356

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: thrays-KAY-ah

Translations: religion, worship, religious observance, a religion

Notes: This word refers to religion or religious worship, specifically emphasizing the outward expression and practice of one's faith. It denotes the system of religious beliefs and practices, or the act of performing religious duties and rituals. It can be used to describe a specific religious system or the general concept of piety and devotion.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥΣΕΒΕΙΑ, ΛΑΤΡΕΙΑ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be derived from a root meaning 'to be afraid' or 'to tremble', possibly referring to the awe or reverence felt in the presence of the divine. It describes the outward expression of religious devotion.

G3854

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pa-ra-ghi-NO-me-nas

Translations: coming, arriving, being present, having arrived, those coming, those arriving, those being present

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'παραγίνομαι' (paraginomai), meaning 'to come alongside,' 'to arrive,' or 'to be present.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action or state in relation to another verb. In this specific form, it refers to 'those who are coming,' 'those who are arriving,' or 'those who are present,' often implying a movement towards or an appearance at a particular place or time.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΗΚΩ, ΦΘΑΝΩ

G5195

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hy-BRI-zon

Translations: insulting, abusing, treating with contempt, outrage, to act with insolence, to treat despitefully

Notes: This word describes the act of treating someone with insolence, contempt, or abuse. It implies a sense of arrogance and a disregard for the dignity of others, often involving verbal or physical mistreatment. It can be used to describe someone who is acting in an overbearing or disrespectful manner.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter, Singular; or Present, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine, Singular; or Present, Active, Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter, Plural; or Imperfect, Active, Indicative, Third Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΛΟΙΔΟΡΕΩ, ΚΑΤΑΦΡΟΝΕΩ, ΥΠΕΡΗΦΑΝΕΥΟΜΑΙ

G5356

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ftho-RAIS

Translations: (to) decay, (to) corruption, (to) destruction, (to) ruin, (by) decay, (by) corruption, (by) destruction, (by) ruin

Notes: This word refers to the process of decay, corruption, or destruction. It can describe physical deterioration, moral corruption, or the ruin of something. It is often used in contexts relating to perishing or being brought to an end.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΠΩΛΕΙΑ, ΔΙΑΦΘΟΡΑ, ΟΛΕΘΡΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb φθείρω (phtheirō), meaning 'to corrupt, destroy, spoil'.

G4374

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: pros-FEH-ron-tes

Translations: offering, bringing, presenting, sacrificing, yielding, bringing to, bringing forward

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'prospherō', meaning 'to bring to, offer, present, or sacrifice'. It describes an ongoing action of bringing something towards someone or something, often with the intent of giving, presenting, or making an offering. It can be used in various contexts, such as offering gifts, sacrifices, prayers, or even bringing a person to another.

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

Synonyms: ΦΕΡΩ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ

Etymology: The word προσφέρω (prospherō) is a compound word formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to, toward, with', and the verb φέρω (pherō), meaning 'to bear, carry, bring'.

G3762

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: oo-THEN

Translations: nothing, no one, none, not at all, in no way

Notes: This word is an indeclinable form of the indefinite pronoun/adjective meaning 'no one' or 'nothing'. It is used to express absolute negation. When used as an adjective, it modifies a noun, meaning 'no' or 'not any'. When used as an adverb, it means 'not at all' or 'in no way'. It emphasizes the complete absence or non-existence of something.

Inflection: Indeclinable

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΔΕΝ, ΜΗΔΕΝ

Etymology: The word ΟΥ̓ΔΕΙΣ (from which ΟΥ̓ΘΕΝ is derived) is a compound of the negative particle ΟΥ̓ (ou, 'not') and ΕἸΣ (heis, 'one'). It literally means 'not one'.

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'.

G0979

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: BEE-os

Translations: life, a life, living, means of life, livelihood, wealth, property

Notes: This word refers to life in its physical sense, often emphasizing the duration or manner of one's existence, or the means by which one lives, such as one's livelihood or possessions. It can describe the course of life, the resources for life, or even the substance of life itself. It is distinct from other Greek words for life, such as 'ζωή' (zoe), which often refers to life in its essential, spiritual, or eternal aspect.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΖΩΗ, ΖΩΗΝ, ΒΙΟΤΗ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *gʷih₃w- meaning 'to live'. It is related to the verb 'ζάω' (zaō), meaning 'to live'.

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'.

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-.

G5124

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toys

Translations: (to) these, (for) these, (with) these, (by) these

Notes: This word is the dative plural form of the demonstrative pronoun/adjective meaning 'this' or 'that'. It points to something specific, indicating 'these things' or 'these people'. As a dative case, it often indicates the indirect object of a verb, the recipient of an action, or the means/instrument by which something is done. It can be translated as 'to these', 'for these', 'with these', or 'by these', depending on the context.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, All genders (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter)

Synonyms: ΟΥ͂ΤΟΙ, ἘΚΕΊΝΟΙΣ

G3745

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: OH-son

Translations: as much as, as many as, as great as, how much, how many, how great, as far as, as long as, as soon as, as

Notes: This word is a relative adjective or pronominal adjective, meaning 'as much as' or 'as many as'. It is often used to indicate quantity, extent, or degree. When used as an adverb, it can mean 'as far as', 'as long as', or 'as soon as'. It can introduce a clause that specifies a measure or comparison. For example, 'as much as you want' or 'as many people as there are'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΠΟΣΟΣ, ΗΛΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun *ho* (the) and the suffix -sos, indicating quantity or measure. It is related to ὅς (hos, 'who, which') and τοσοῦτος (tosoutos, 'so great, so much').

G4328

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: pros-do-KOHN

Translations: expecting, waiting for, looking for, looking forward to

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'expecting' or 'waiting for'. It describes an ongoing action of anticipation. It is often used to indicate someone who is looking forward to an event or outcome, whether good or bad. It can be used in a sentence like 'The people were expecting the king's arrival' or 'He was waiting for the sign'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΚΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΠΕΚΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΜΕΝΩ

Etymology: The word προσδοκάω (prosdokao) is a compound word formed from the preposition πρός (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards', and δοκάω (dokao), which is related to δέχομαι (dechomai), meaning 'to receive' or 'to accept'. Thus, it conveys the idea of looking towards something with the expectation of receiving or encountering it.

G2240

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: HEK-sane

Translations: to come, to have come, to arrive

Notes: This word is the future active infinitive of the verb ἥκω (hēkō), meaning 'to come' or 'to arrive'. It describes an action of coming or arriving that is expected to happen in the future. It is often used in indirect statements or to express purpose or result.

Inflection: Future, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΑΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΦΘΑΝΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *sekʷ- ('to follow'). It is related to Latin sequor ('to follow') and English 'sequence'.

G4238

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: PRAH-toh-meh-noys

Translations: (to) those doing, (to) those practicing, (to) those performing, (to) those accomplishing, (to) those acting

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle derived from the verb 'πράσσω' (prassō), meaning 'to do,' 'to practice,' 'to perform,' or 'to accomplish.' In this form, it refers to 'those who are doing' or 'those who are being done to,' depending on the context. It describes an ongoing action and is used here in the dative case, indicating the indirect object of an action or the recipient of something.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine, Present, Middle or Passive, Participle

Synonyms: ΠΟΙΟΥΜΕΝΟΙΣ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΕΝΟΙΣ

G4128

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PLAY-thoss

Translations: multitude, a multitude, crowd, a crowd, great number, abundance, a great number

Notes: This word refers to a large number or quantity of people or things. It can be used to describe a crowd of people, a large amount of something, or a general abundance. For example, it might refer to a large gathering of disciples or a great quantity of fish.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΧΛΟΣ, ΠΟΛΥΣ, ΑΓΕΛΗ

Etymology: From the Greek root *pleth-* meaning 'to be full' or 'to fill'. It is related to words indicating fullness or abundance.

G1413

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-dyss-foh-REH-ee

Translations: was ill at ease, was vexed, was annoyed, was displeased, was impatient, was indignant

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning to be ill at ease, to be vexed, or to be displeased. It describes a state of discomfort, annoyance, or indignation. It is often used to express a strong negative reaction or feeling towards a situation or action.

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΑΝΑΚΤΕΩ, ΒΑΡΥΝΟΜΑΙ, ΛΥΠΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΔΥΣΦΟΡΕΩ is a compound of the prefix ΔΥΣ- (dys-), meaning 'badly, ill, hard', and the verb ΦΟΡΕΩ (phoreō), meaning 'to bear, carry'. Thus, it literally means 'to bear badly' or 'to carry with difficulty', leading to the sense of being ill at ease or vexed.

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.

G2316

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THEH-os

Translations: God, a God, Lord

Notes: ΘΕΟΣ (theos) is a singular noun meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, it is frequently used to refer to the singular, supreme God, often with the definite article. It can also refer to a generic deity or even a human figure considered divine. It functions as a subject or object in sentences, depending on its case.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ

Etymology: The word ΘΕΟΣ is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root, though its precise origin is debated. It has cognates in various Indo-European languages.

G5119

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: TOH-teh

Translations: then, at that time, at that moment, thereupon, therefore

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'then' or 'at that time'. It is used to indicate a point in time, often referring to a past or future event that follows another. It can also be used to introduce a consequence or result, similar to 'therefore' or 'in that case'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΙΤΑ, ΕΙΤΑ, ΟΥΝ

Etymology: The word ΤΟΤΕ is a primary adverb, meaning it is not derived from another word in Greek. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun 'το' (this/that).

G5319

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: fah-neh-RON

Translations: manifest, evident, clear, visible, apparent, known, a manifest thing, an evident thing

Notes: This word describes something that is visible, apparent, or clear. It is used to indicate that something is easily seen, understood, or made known. It can refer to something that is openly displayed or something that becomes obvious.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΔΗΛΟΣ, ΕΜΦΑΝΗΣ, ΓΝΩΣΤΟΣ

Etymology: From φανερόω (phaneroō, 'to make visible, reveal'), from φανός (phanos, 'light, torch'), from φαίνω (phainō, 'to bring to light, make appear').

G3997

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PEN-thoss

Translations: mourning, a mourning, grief, sorrow, lamentation

Notes: This word refers to a state of deep sorrow, grief, or lamentation, often expressed outwardly through weeping or other signs of distress. It is commonly used to describe the emotional response to death, loss, or disaster.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΘΡΗΝΟΣ, ΚΟΠΕΤΟΣ, ΛΥΠΗ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the verb πάσχω (paschō), meaning 'to suffer' or 'to experience'.

G0071

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: AY-geh

Translations: led, brought, drove, carried, went, came

Notes: This is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'ago' (ἀγώ). It means 'he/she/it led' or 'he/she/it brought'. It describes an action of leading, bringing, or carrying that occurred in the past and is completed. It can also mean to go or come, especially when referring to a journey or movement.

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

Synonyms: ΦΕΡΩ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₂eǵ- ('to drive, pull, move').

G1014

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: BOO-loh-my

Translations: to wish, to want, to desire, to intend, to purpose

Notes: This verb expresses a deliberate and considered wish or intention, often implying a choice or purpose. It is used to indicate what someone wants to do or what they intend to happen. For example, it can be used in sentences like 'I wish to go' or 'He intends to speak'.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Indicative, First Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΘΕΛΩ, ΕΘΕΛΩ

Etymology: From the root *βουλ- (boul-), meaning 'will, counsel, plan'. It is related to the noun βουλή (boulē), meaning 'will, counsel, plan'.

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'.

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.

G4387

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: PRO-teh-ron

Translations: before, formerly, first, earlier, a former thing, a prior thing

Notes: This word functions primarily as an adverb meaning 'before' or 'formerly' in time, indicating something that happened earlier or previously. It can also be the neuter singular form of the comparative adjective 'πρότερος', meaning 'prior' or 'former', often used substantively to refer to 'the former thing' or 'that which was before'. It is used to contrast with something that comes later.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative (often used adverbially)

Synonyms: ΠΡΙΝ, ΠΑΛΑΙ, ΕΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ is a comparative form derived from the preposition πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.

G1330

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: dee-ex-el-THON

Translations: having gone through, having passed through, having recounted, having narrated, having related

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having gone through' or 'having passed through'. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'διά' (through), 'ἐξ' (out of), and the verb 'ἔρχομαι' (to come or go). It can refer to physically passing through a place, or metaphorically to recounting or narrating something in detail, going through all the points.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΗΓΗΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΔΙΕΞΕΛΗΛΥΘΩΣ

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).

G3816

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PAI-das

Translations: children, boys, servants, slaves

Notes: This word refers to children, particularly boys, but can also denote young people in general, or even servants and slaves regardless of age, depending on the context. It is used here in the accusative plural form, indicating that the children/boys/servants are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΑ, ΥΙΟΙ, ΔΟΥΛΟΙ

Etymology: The word 'ΠΑΙΣ' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'child' or 'boy'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that refer to young people or offspring.

G2036

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ay-PINE

Translations: to say, to speak, to tell

Notes: This word is an aorist infinitive verb meaning 'to say', 'to speak', or 'to tell'. It is used to express the action of speaking or communicating something, often in a general sense without specifying the subject or object of the action. It can be used in various constructions, such as after verbs of commanding or desiring, or to express purpose.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΕΙΝ, ΛΑΛΕΙΝ, ΦΑΝΑΙ

Etymology: ΕἸΠΕΙΝ is the aorist infinitive of the verb ΕἸΠΩ, which is a suppletive aorist form used with the present tense verbs ΛΕΓΩ and ΦΗΜΙ. Its origin traces back to Proto-Indo-European roots related to speaking or declaring.

G1952

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dys-too-KHEE-an

Translations: misfortune, calamity, ill-fortune, adversity, distress, a misfortune, a calamity

Notes: This word refers to a state of misfortune, calamity, or adversity. It describes a situation of bad luck or suffering. It is typically used to denote an unfortunate event or condition that brings distress or hardship.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΑΚΟΝ, ΣΥΜΦΟΡΑ, ΠΑΘΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΔΥΣΤΥΧΙΑ (dystychia) is a compound word formed from the prefix δυσ- (dys-), meaning 'bad' or 'ill', and the noun τυχία (tychia), meaning 'fortune' or 'luck'. Thus, it literally means 'bad fortune' or 'ill luck'.

G2992

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: lah-OH

Translations: people, a people, nation, a nation

Notes: This word refers to a people, a nation, or a multitude of individuals, often used in the context of a specific group or community, such as the people of Israel or the people of God. It can be used to describe a general populace or a distinct ethnic or national group.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΟΧΛΟΣ

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to λᾶς (lās, "stone"), referring to people as "stones" or "foundations." It is also suggested to be from Proto-Indo-European *leh₂w- ("people, army").

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: geh-no-MEH-neen

Translations: having become, having come to be, having happened, having occurred, having arisen, having been made, having been done

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to come into being,' 'to happen,' or 'to be made.' As a participle, it describes an action that has already taken place, functioning like an adjective or adverb to modify a noun or verb. It indicates a completed state or event, often translated with 'having been' or 'having become' followed by a past participle.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Feminine, Singular, Accusative

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΥΙΑΝ, ΠΕΦΥΚΥΙΑΝ

G3019

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: le-VEE-tays

Translations: Levite, a Levite

Notes: A Levite was a member of the tribe of Levi, one of the twelve tribes of Israel. In ancient Israel, Levites served as assistants to the priests in the Temple, performing various religious duties such as maintaining the sanctuary, singing, and teaching the law. They were not priests themselves, but they were dedicated to the service of God.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: From Hebrew לֵוִי (Levi), referring to the tribe of Levi, one of the sons of Jacob. The name itself is thought to mean 'joined' or 'attached'.

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: 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.

G4471

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: RAH-mah-than

Translations: Ramathan, Ramathaim, Ramathaim-Zophim

Notes: Ramathan is a proper noun, referring to a specific place, often identified with Ramathaim-Zophim, a city in the hill country of Ephraim. It is known as the birthplace and burial place of the prophet Samuel. It is used in sentences to denote the location of events or the origin of individuals, as seen in the provided examples where someone is described as dwelling in or leaving Ramathan.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The name 'Ramathan' is of Hebrew origin, derived from 'Ramathaim-Zophim', meaning 'the two heights of the Zophites'. It refers to a specific geographical location in ancient Israel.

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.

G2730

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: kah-toy-KOHN

Translations: dwelling, inhabiting, residing, living, who dwells, one who dwells, a dweller, an inhabitant

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'katoikeō', meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing someone or something that is currently dwelling or inhabiting a place. It can be translated as 'dwelling', 'inhabiting', or 'one who dwells/inhabits', depending on the context. It describes a continuous state of living in a particular location.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΩΝ, ΕΝΟΙΚΩΝ, ΜΕΝΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΟΙΚΕΩ (katoikeō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'in', and the verb ΟΙΚΕΩ (oikeō), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to inhabit'. Thus, it literally means 'to dwell down' or 'to settle in'.

G1060

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GAH-mei

Translations: married, was marrying, took a wife, was taking a wife

Notes: This word describes the act of marrying or taking a spouse. It is used to indicate that someone was in the process of getting married or had already married. It is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb, indicating continuous or repeated action in the past.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΟΙΚΕΩ, ΝΥΜΦΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word ΓΑΜΕΩ comes from the noun ΓΑΜΟΣ (gamos), meaning 'marriage' or 'wedding'.

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: GHEE-non-tai

Translations: they become, they happen, they come to pass, they are, they arise, they are made

Notes: This is a common verb meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' or 'to come into being.' It describes a process of change or occurrence, indicating that something is coming into existence or transitioning into a new state. It can also simply mean 'to be' in certain contexts, especially when referring to events or situations.

Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΦΥΟΜΑΙ

G0782

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-TEK-non

Translations: childless, without children, an heirless one, a childless one

Notes: This word describes someone who is without children or offspring. It is often used to refer to a person who has no heirs. It is a compound word formed from the alpha privative (Ἀ-) meaning 'not' or 'without' and 'ΤΕΚΝΟΝ' (child).

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ἈΓΟΝΟΣ, ἈΚΑΡΠΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΤΕΚΝΟΣ is derived from the alpha privative (Ἀ-) meaning 'not' or 'without', combined with the noun ΤΕΚΝΟΝ (child). It literally means 'without a child'.

G1510

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: OO-san

Translations: being, existing, that is, that exists

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to be'. As a participle, it describes something that is 'being' or 'existing' at the time of the action. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, or can be used substantively (as a noun). In this form, it is feminine, singular, and in the accusative case, meaning it would be the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition, referring to a feminine noun.

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

Etymology: The verb ΕἸΜΙ (eimi) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to be' or 'to exist'. It is one of the most fundamental verbs in the Greek language.

G1301

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-eh-TEH-leh-ee

Translations: he continued, he kept on, he remained, he spent (time)

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative third person singular form of the verb διατελέω (diateleo). It is a compound word formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'throughout', and τελέω (teleo), meaning 'to complete' or 'to finish'. When combined, it signifies an action that is ongoing or continuous, often translated as 'to continue', 'to persevere', 'to remain', or 'to spend time'. The imperfect tense indicates a past action that was in progress or habitual.

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΝΩ, ΕΠΙΜΕΝΩ, ΔΙΑΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

G0864

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-fee-ko-MEH-noo

Translations: having come, having arrived, having reached, of one who has come, of one who has arrived

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'aphikneomai', meaning 'to arrive' or 'to come'. It describes an action that has already taken place, often functioning like an adjective or adverb to modify a noun or verb in the sentence. It indicates that someone or something has reached a particular place or state.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΛΘΟΝΤΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΥ

Etymology: The word ἀφικνέομαι (aphikneomai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb ἱκνέομαι (hikneomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to reach'. Thus, it literally means 'to come from' or 'to arrive from'.

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'.

G1677

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: al-KAH-noo

Translations: of Elkanah

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the proper noun 'ἈΛΚΑΝΟΣ' (Alkanos), which is the Greek transliteration of the Hebrew name Elkanah. It refers to a specific person named Elkanah. As a genitive case, it indicates possession or origin, often translated with 'of' or 'belonging to'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'ἈΛΚΑΝΟΣ' is a Greek transliteration of the Hebrew name 'Elkanah' (אֶלְקָנָה), meaning 'God has acquired' or 'God has created'. It is found in the Old Testament.

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'.

G2380

Part of Speech: Verb, Noun

Sounds like: thoo-SAI

Translations: to sacrifice, to offer, to kill (for sacrifice)

Notes: This word is an aorist active infinitive, meaning 'to sacrifice' or 'to offer a sacrifice'. It refers to the act of presenting an offering, often an animal, to a deity. It can also mean to kill an animal specifically for the purpose of sacrifice. It is used to express the purpose or result of an action, similar to 'in order to sacrifice' or 'for sacrificing'.

Inflection: Aorist Active Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ, ΑΝΑΦΕΡΩ

Etymology: From a primary verb, probably akin to the root of Latin 'fumus' (smoke), suggesting an original meaning related to burning offerings.

G1759

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: en-TOW-tha

Translations: here, there, in this place, in that place

Notes: This word is an adverb indicating location, meaning 'here' or 'there'. It refers to a specific place or point in time, often emphasizing the immediate vicinity or the current situation. It can be used to mean 'at this point' or 'at that point' in a narrative.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ὩΔΕ, ἘΚΕΙ, ΑΥ̓ΤΟΥ͂

Etymology: From the Greek preposition 'ἐν' (en, 'in') and the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos, 'this'). It literally means 'in this very place'.

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.

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.

G4636

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: skay-NAY

Translations: tent, a tent, tabernacle, a tabernacle, dwelling, a dwelling, booth, a booth

Notes: This word refers to a temporary dwelling or shelter, such as a tent or a booth. It can also refer to a more permanent, sacred structure like the Tabernacle in the Old Testament. It is used to describe a place of habitation, whether literal or figurative.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΙΑ, ΟΙΚΗΤΗΡΙΟΝ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΜΑ

Etymology: The word "skēnē" is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is related to the verb "skēnoō" (to dwell in a tent).

G4078

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-PAY-gee

Translations: had been fixed, had been pitched, had been set up, had been made firm

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'πήγνυμι' (pēgnymi), meaning to fix, to pitch (a tent), to set up, or to make firm. It describes something that was established or made stable in the past. It is often used in contexts like pitching a tent or establishing a camp.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Pluperfect, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to fasten' or 'to fix'. It is related to words signifying 'to make firm' or 'to build'.

G2531

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: KAH-thohss

Translations: just as, even as, according as, as, exactly as, in proportion as, like, according to, inasmuch as

Notes: This is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'according to') and the adverb ὡς (hōs, meaning 'as' or 'how'). It functions as an adverb or conjunction, primarily used to introduce a comparison, indicating that something is done or happens in the same way as something else. It can also express correspondence or proportion, meaning 'inasmuch as' or 'to the extent that'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑ

Etymology: From the Greek preposition κατά (kata, 'down, according to') and the adverb ὡς (hōs, 'as, how').

G2165

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: yoo-oh-KHEE-ah

Translations: feast, a feast, feasting, good cheer, revelry

Notes: This word refers to a feast or a banquet, often implying a time of good cheer, revelry, or luxurious living. It describes a gathering for eating and drinking, typically on a grand scale, and can also denote the enjoyment or pleasure derived from such an event. It is used in sentences to describe the act of holding a feast or participating in one.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΠΟΣΙΟΝ, ΔΕΙΠΝΟΝ, ΕΥ̓ΦΡΟΣΥΝΗ

Etymology: The word Εὐωχία (euōchia) comes from the Greek words εὖ (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. Thus, it literally means 'having well' or 'being well off', referring to a state of prosperity or good living, which then extended to mean a feast or good cheer.

G3552

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: NEH-mon-tos

Translations: of distributing, of pasturing, of possessing, of dwelling, of giving, of assigning, of apportioning

Notes: This word is the genitive singular masculine or neuter participle of the verb 'νεμώ' (nemō). It describes an action of distributing, pasturing, possessing, or dwelling. It is used to indicate the one who is performing the action in a genitive context, often translated with 'of' or implying 'the one who is distributing'.

Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΟΙΚΕΩ

Etymology: From a root meaning 'to distribute, apportion, or assign'. It is related to the concept of managing or administering something, often with a sense of giving each person their due portion.

G2300

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: theh-ah-SAH-meh-nee

Translations: having seen, seeing, beholding, looking at

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'theaomai', meaning 'to behold' or 'to gaze upon'. It describes an action of seeing or observing that has already occurred or is ongoing, often with a sense of wonder or careful attention. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun or pronoun, and indicates that the subject has performed the action of seeing.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Feminine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΟΡΑΩ, ΕΙΔΟΝ

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.

G4026

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: peh-ree-kah-thee-MEH-noos

Translations: those sitting around, those encircling, those besieging

Notes: This word is a compound participle, formed from the preposition περί (peri), meaning "around" or "about," and the verb καθῆμαι (kathēmai), meaning "to sit." Therefore, it literally means "sitting around." It is used to describe people who are seated in a circle or surrounding something, often with the implication of besieging or blockading a place. It can refer to those who are encamped around a city or a person.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΗΜΕΝΟΥΣ, ΚΥΚΛΟΘΕΝ

G4363

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: proo-OO-peh-seh

Translations: fell down before, prostrated oneself, worshipped, fell at the feet of

Notes: This word describes the action of falling down before someone, often as a sign of respect, supplication, worship, or humility. It implies a physical act of prostration or kneeling before another person, typically in a position of reverence or entreaty. It is used in the past tense, indicating an action that has already occurred.

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

Synonyms: ΠΙΠΤΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΥΝΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΣΠΙΠΤΩ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros), meaning 'to, toward, in addition to', and the verb ΠΙΠΤΩ (piptō), meaning 'to fall'. Thus, it literally means 'to fall towards' or 'to fall upon'.

G0001

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-pai-DEE-as

Translations: childlessness, a childlessness, barrenness

Notes: This word refers to the state of being without children, or childlessness. It describes a condition where a person or couple has no offspring. It is typically used to describe a state of barrenness or the lack of progeny.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ἈΤΕΚΝΙΑ

Etymology: The word Ἀπαιδίας (apaidias) is derived from the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'not' or 'without', and the word παῖς (pais), meaning 'child' or 'boy'. Thus, it literally means 'without a child'.

G3889

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pa-ra-my-THEE-as

Translations: of consolation, of comfort, of encouragement

Notes: This word refers to the act or state of providing comfort, solace, or encouragement, especially in times of distress or sorrow. It can also mean exhortation or admonition. It is often used in contexts where someone is offering support or relief to another.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΚΛΗΣΙΣ, ΑΝΕΣΙΣ, ΘΑΡΣΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΙΑ (paramythia) comes from the Greek verb παραμυθέομαι (paramytheomai), meaning 'to speak to, address, encourage, console'. It is formed from παρά (para), meaning 'beside, alongside', and μῦθος (mythos), meaning 'word, speech, story'. Thus, it literally means 'speaking alongside' someone to offer comfort or encouragement.

G3077

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LOO-pay

Translations: sorrow, grief, pain, sadness, a sorrow, a grief, a pain, a sadness

Notes: This word refers to a state of emotional distress, sadness, or grief. It can also denote physical pain or affliction. It is commonly used to describe deep emotional suffering or sorrow caused by loss, disappointment, or adverse circumstances.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΕΝΘΟΣ, ΟΔΥΝΗ, ΣΤΕΝΑΓΜΟΣ

Etymology: From the root λύπη (lupē), meaning 'pain, grief'. It is related to the verb λύω (luō), 'to loosen, release', possibly implying a loosening or breaking of the spirit.

G2902

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: kra-TAY-sa-sa

Translations: having taken hold of, having seized, having held, having overcome, having prevailed, having grasped, having arrested

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'krateo', meaning to be strong, to rule, to prevail, or to take hold of. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred and modifies a noun or pronoun, indicating that the subject has performed the action of taking hold, seizing, or overcoming something. It implies a firm grip or control, either literally or figuratively.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Feminine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΝΙΚΑΩ

G2424

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ee-keh-TEH-oo-sah

Translations: imploring, supplicating, entreating, beseeching

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'imploring' or 'supplicating'. It describes someone who is in the act of making an earnest and humble request, often to a deity or a person in authority. It conveys a sense of desperate appeal or entreaty.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΟΜΕΝΗ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΟΥΣΑ, ΕΝΤΥΓΧΑΝΟΥΣΑ

Etymology: The word ἱκετεύω (hiketeuō) comes from ἱκέτης (hiketēs), meaning 'suppliant' or 'petitioner', which itself is related to ἵκω (hikō), meaning 'to come' or 'to arrive', implying one who comes as a suppliant.

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TEH

Translations: she, herself, to her, for her, of her, her, it, itself, to it, for it, of it, its, they, them, themselves

Notes: This word is a form of the pronoun 'autos', meaning 'self' or 'same'. It can function as a personal pronoun (he, she, it, they), a reflexive pronoun (himself, herself, itself, themselves), or an intensive pronoun (the very, the same). Its specific meaning depends on its case, number, and gender, and the context of the sentence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine; or Singular, Dative, Feminine; or Singular, Genitive, Feminine; or Plural, Nominative, Neuter

Etymology: The word 'autos' (from which 'autē' is derived) comes from Proto-Indo-European *h₁ew-to-, a pronominal stem. It is related to other pronouns and demonstratives in various Indo-European languages.

G1861

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ep-ang-GEL-loh-men-ay

Translations: promising, professing, declaring, announcing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'epangello', meaning 'to promise', 'to profess', or 'to declare'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action performed by a noun or pronoun. It indicates someone who is in the act of promising, professing, or declaring something.

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

Synonyms: ὙΠΙΣΧΝΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΗΛΟΩ, ΚΑΤΑΓΓΕΛΛΩ

G4413

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: PRO-ton

Translations: first, foremost, chief, principal, a first thing, before, at the first, in the first place

Notes: This word means 'first' in terms of order, time, importance, or rank. As an adjective, it describes something as being the first of its kind or in a sequence. As an adverb, it indicates something happening initially or in the first instance. It can also refer to the chief or most important person or thing.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΗ, ΠΡΩΤΙΣΤΟΣ, ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'πρῶτος' (prōtos) is a superlative form derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *pro- meaning 'forward, before'. It is related to the Greek preposition 'πρό' (pro), meaning 'before' or 'in front of'.

Part of Speech: Participle, Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: geh-nee-SOH-meh-non

Translations: that which is about to be, that which will happen, the future, a future thing

Notes: This word is a future middle/passive participle of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai), meaning 'to become' or 'to happen'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing something that is going to come into existence or occur. In its neuter singular form, it often refers to 'that which is about to be' or 'the future'.

Inflection: Future, Middle/Passive, Participle, Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΜΕΛΛΟΝ, ΕΣΟΜΕΝΟΝ

G1248

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-ah-koh-NEE-ah

Translations: service, a service, ministry, a ministry, administration, an administration, relief, ministration

Notes: This word refers to the act of serving or ministering, often in a religious or charitable context. It can describe the performance of duties, the provision of aid, or the office of a minister or servant.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΛΕΙΤΟΥΡΓΙΑ, ΥΠΗΡΕΣΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΔΙΑΚΟΝΙΑ (diakonia) comes from the verb διακονέω (diakoneō), meaning 'to serve' or 'to minister', which itself is derived from διάκονος (diakonos), meaning 'servant' or 'minister'.

G2399

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ee-dee-OH-taiss

Translations: (to) private persons, (to) common people, (to) unlearned people, (to) laymen, (to) unskilled persons

Notes: This word refers to a private person, as opposed to someone in public office or a professional. It can also denote a commoner, someone who is unlearned, uneducated, or unskilled in a particular art or profession. In a religious context, it often refers to a layman, someone not part of the clergy. The form ἸΔΙΩΤΑΙΣ is the dative plural, indicating 'to' or 'for' such individuals.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΓΡΑΜΜΑΤΟΣ, ΑΜΑΘΗΣ, ΑΤΕΧΝΟΣ

Etymology: From ἴδιος (idios), meaning 'one's own, private, peculiar'. The suffix -ώτης (-ōtēs) indicates a person associated with or characterized by the root.

G4160

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: poy-ay-SOH-meh-non

Translations: about to make, about to do, about to create, about to produce, about to perform

Notes: This word is a future middle participle, indicating an action that someone is about to do or make for themselves, or an action that will be done. It is used to describe a person or thing that is in the process of, or intending to, perform an action. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, acting as a noun itself.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Future, Middle Voice, Participle

Synonyms: ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΤΙΘΗΜΙ

G1304

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: dee-ah-tree-BOO-sees

Translations: of spending time, of tarrying, of delaying, of staying, of dwelling

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'διατρίβω', which means to spend time, to tarry, to delay, or to dwell. It is a compound word formed from 'διά' (through, throughout) and 'τρίβω' (to rub, to wear out). As a participle, it describes an action that is ongoing or concurrent with the main verb of the sentence, often functioning like an adjective or adverb. In this genitive form, it indicates possession or relationship, often translated with 'of' or implying 'while' or 'because' someone is doing the action.

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΝΩ, ΚΑΘΗΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΓΩ

G0749

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AR-khee-eh-REFS

Translations: high priest, a high priest

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'ἀρχή' (arche), meaning 'first' or 'chief', and 'ἱερεύς' (hiereus), meaning 'priest'. It refers to the chief priest, the highest religious official in ancient Israel, responsible for leading the temple worship and performing the most sacred rituals. It can also refer to a chief priest in a more general sense. It is used in sentences to denote the specific individual holding this esteemed religious office.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΙΕΡΕΥΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΡΧΙΕΡΕΥΣ is a compound of two Greek words: ἀρχή (archē), meaning 'beginning, rule, chief', and ἱερεύς (hiereus), meaning 'priest'. It literally means 'chief priest' or 'first priest'.

G2521

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-KATH-eh-zeh-toh

Translations: he was sitting, she was sitting, it was sitting, he sat down, she sat down, it sat down

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to sit down' or 'to be seated'. It is often used to describe someone taking a seat or being in a seated position. It is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata, 'down') and the verb ἕζομαι (hezomai, 'to sit'). The form provided, ἘΚΑΘΕΖΕΤΟ, is in the imperfect tense, indicating a continuous or repeated action in the past.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΗΜΑΙ, ΚΑΘΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΘΕΖΟΜΑΙ is derived from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ἕζομαι (hezomai), meaning 'to sit' or 'to be seated'.

G4253

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PRO

Translations: before, in front of, for, on behalf of, in the presence of, prior to, instead of

Notes: This word is a preposition that typically takes the genitive case. It can indicate a spatial relationship, meaning 'before' or 'in front of' something or someone. It can also denote a temporal relationship, meaning 'before' in time, or a causal relationship, meaning 'for' or 'on behalf of' someone or something. In some contexts, it can also mean 'instead of' or 'in the presence of'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ, ΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'before, in front of'. It is cognate with English 'for' and Latin 'pro'.

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.

G3943

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: pa-roy-NOO-san

Translations: behaving outrageously, being drunken, insulting, acting violently, being abusive

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'behaving outrageously' or 'being drunken'. It describes someone who is acting in a violent, abusive, or drunken manner. It is used to describe an action that is ongoing or habitual.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine, Present Active Participle

Synonyms: ΥΒΡΙΖΟΥΣΑΝ, ΜΕΘΥΟΥΣΑΝ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΟΙΝΕΩ (paroineō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ΠΑΡΑ (para), meaning 'beside' or 'contrary to', and ΟΙΝΟΣ (oinos), meaning 'wine'. It literally means 'to act beside or contrary to wine', implying behavior that is inappropriate or violent due to drunkenness.

G2753

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-KEH-lew-en

Translations: was commanding, commanded, was ordering, ordered

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to command' or 'to order'. It is used to describe an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He was commanding them to go' or 'He ordered them repeatedly'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΤΑΤΤΩ, ἘΠΙΤΑΤΤΩ, ΔΙΑΤΑΣΣΩ

Etymology: The word κελεύω (keleuō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to κέλλω (kello, 'to drive, urge'). It has been in use since ancient Greek times to denote the act of commanding or urging someone to do something.

G0565

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pee-EH-nai

Translations: to go away, to depart, to leave, to go off

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'ἀπεῖμι', meaning 'to go away' or 'to depart'. It describes the action of moving from one place to another, specifically leaving a location. It can be used in various contexts to indicate a physical departure or a general act of going.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ἈΠΕΡΧΕΣΘΑΙ, ἘΞΕΡΧΕΣΘΑΙ, ἈΝΑΧΩΡΕΙΝ

Etymology: The word 'ἀπεῖμι' is a compound verb formed from the prefix 'ἀπό' (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb 'εἶμι' (eimi), meaning 'to go'.

G5346

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: fah-MEH-nays

Translations: saying, speaking, asserting, declaring

Notes: This word is a present active participle from the verb φημί (phēmi), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It describes an action that is ongoing or contemporaneous with the main verb of the sentence. It can be translated as 'saying' or 'while saying', and often functions adjectivally (e.g., 'the one saying') or adverbially (e.g., 'by saying'). In this specific form, ΦΑΜΕΝΗΣ, it is a masculine or feminine, singular, genitive participle.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine, Present, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩΝ, ΛΑΛΩΝ

Etymology: The word φημί (phēmi) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *bʰeh₂- meaning 'to speak, tell, say'. It is related to Latin fārī ('to speak') and English 'fame'.

G3076

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: loo-POO-meh-nays

Translations: of grieving, of sorrowing, of being grieved, of being sorrowful

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'λυπέω', meaning 'to grieve' or 'to cause sorrow'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action or state. In this form, it indicates someone who is in the process of grieving or experiencing sorrow. It can be translated as 'of one who is grieving' or 'of a sorrowing one'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΝΘΟΥΣΗΣ, ΣΤΕΝΑΖΟΥΣΗΣ

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'.

G2477

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-keh-TEH-oo-een

Translations: to supplicate, to implore, to entreat, to beg

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'ΙΚΕΤΕΥΩ'. It means to make an earnest and humble request, often to a deity or a person in authority. It implies a sense of desperation or urgency in the request. It is used to express the act of pleading or begging for something.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΔΕΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΕΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ

Etymology: From the Greek word ἱκέτης (hiketēs), meaning 'suppliant' or 'one who comes as a suppliant'. It is related to the idea of approaching someone for help or protection.

G2292

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: thar-SEH-in

Translations: to be courageous, to be confident, to be of good courage, to take courage, to be bold, to be cheerful

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'tharseō' (or 'tharreō'). It means to be courageous, confident, or to take heart. It is often used as an encouragement, urging someone to be brave or to not be afraid. It can be used in various contexts where one needs to show boldness or confidence.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΘΑΡΡΕΩ, ΕΥΘΥΜΕΩ, ΤΟΛΜΑΩ

Etymology: The verb 'tharseō' comes from the noun 'tharsos' (θάρσος), meaning 'courage' or 'boldness'. It is related to 'tharrheō' (θαρρέω), which has the same meaning and is often used interchangeably.

G3853

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-ke-LEH-yoo-eh-toh

Translations: he was exhorting, he was encouraging, he was urging, he was admonishing

Notes: This word is the imperfect middle/passive indicative form of the verb 'παρακελεύομαι'. It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, indicating that someone was exhorting, encouraging, or urging another person or group. It implies a continuous effort to persuade or motivate.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΤΡΕΠΩ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΕΩ, ΠΑΡΑΙΝΕΩ

G3930

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-EX-ayn

Translations: to provide, to furnish, to supply, to offer, to grant, to cause, to present, to afford

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb παρέχω (parechō). It means 'to provide' or 'to furnish' something to someone. It can also mean 'to offer' or 'to grant' a benefit or service. In a broader sense, it can imply 'to cause' or 'to present' a certain state or condition. It is often used in contexts where one person or entity makes something available to another.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΑΡΑΣΧΕΙΝ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

Etymology: The word παρέχω (parechō) is a compound verb formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. Thus, its literal meaning is 'to hold alongside' or 'to have ready', which evolved into 'to provide' or 'to furnish'.

G2605

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: kah-tang-GEL-lohn

Translations: proclaiming, announcing, declaring, preaching, telling, publishing

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'καταγγέλλω', meaning 'to proclaim' or 'to announce'. It is a compound word formed from 'κατά' (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and 'ἀγγέλλω' (angellō), meaning 'to announce' or 'to report'. When used as a participle, it describes someone who is in the act of proclaiming or announcing something, often with a sense of making it widely known or publicly declaring it. It can be used to describe someone who is preaching a message or making an official declaration.

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

Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΣΣΩ, ΕΥΑΓΓΕΛΙΖΩ, ΛΕΓΩ

G3854

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: pa-ra-ge-NO-me-nee

Translations: having come, having arrived, being present, having become, having appeared

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'παραγίνομαι' (paraginomai), meaning 'to come alongside', 'to arrive', or 'to be present'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred and functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, or like an adverb, describing how an action is performed. In this form, it refers to a feminine singular subject who has performed the action of coming or arriving.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Singular, Feminine, Nominative or Vocative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΗΚΩ, ΦΘΑΝΩ

G2116

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: yoo-EL-pees

Translations: hopeful, optimistic, full of good hope, a hopeful person

Notes: This word is a compound adjective meaning 'hopeful' or 'optimistic'. It describes someone who has good expectations or is full of good hope. It is formed from the Greek words 'εὖ' (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and 'ἐλπίς' (elpis), meaning 'hope'. It can be used to describe a person's disposition or a situation that inspires hope.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΥ̓ΕΛΠΙΣΤΟΣ, ΕΛΠΙΣΤΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΕΛΠΙΣ is a compound word derived from the Greek adverb εὖ (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and the noun ἐλπίς (elpis), meaning 'hope'. It literally means 'having good hope'.

G0435

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: AN-dra

Translations: man, a man, husband, a husband

Notes: This word refers to a male human being, often specifically an adult male, or a husband. It is the accusative singular form of the noun 'ἈΝΗΡ' (anēr), meaning 'man' or 'husband'. It is used when the man or husband is the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.

Inflection: Accusative, Singular, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΝΘΡΩΠΟΣ, ΑΝΗΡ

Etymology: The word 'ἈΝΗΡ' (anēr) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also refer to a male human being.

G5463

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: khai-ROO-sah

Translations: rejoicing, a rejoicing one, being glad, a glad one, greeting, a greeting one

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'χαίρω' (chairo), meaning 'to rejoice' or 'to be glad'. As a participle, it describes an action that is ongoing or simultaneous with the main verb of the sentence. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun (e.g., 'the rejoicing woman'), or substantively, acting as a noun itself (e.g., 'the one who is rejoicing'). It can also be used in the sense of 'greeting' or 'farewell'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΑΓΑΛΛΙΩ, ΕΥΦΡΑΙΝΩ

G4374

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-EEN-eng-ka-toh

Translations: brought, offered, presented, brought to, offered to, presented to

Notes: This word is an aorist middle indicative form of the verb 'προσφέρω' (prospherō), meaning 'to bring to,' 'to offer,' or 'to present.' It describes an action completed in the past, where the subject performs the action for their own benefit or in their own interest. It is often used in contexts of bringing gifts, sacrifices, or food to someone, or presenting oneself.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Middle Voice, Third Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΦΕΡΩ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ

G0390

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-nah-STREP-san-TON

Translations: of those who returned, of them having returned, of those who turned back, of those who conducted themselves

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἀναστρέφω', meaning 'to turn back', 'to return', or 'to conduct oneself'. As a participle, it describes an action that is completed before or concurrent with the main verb of the sentence. It often functions adverbially, indicating time or circumstance, and can be translated with phrases like 'when they returned' or 'after they had returned'. In this genitive plural form, it refers to the action of a group of people.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΣΤΡΕΦΩ, ΥΠΟΤΡΕΦΩ

Etymology: The word ἀναστρέφω is a compound of ἀνά (aná), meaning 'up' or 'back', and στρέφω (stréphō), meaning 'to turn'.

G2943

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: koo-EH-een

Translations: to be pregnant, to conceive, to bear, to bring forth

Notes: This verb means to be pregnant, to conceive, or to bear a child. It can also be used more broadly to mean to bring forth or produce something, not necessarily biological. It describes the state of carrying a developing life or the act of giving birth.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΤΙΚΤΩ, ΓΕΝΝΑΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *keu- 'to swell, to be hollow'. It is related to words meaning 'to swell' or 'to be full', which connects to the idea of pregnancy.

G0756

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eer-XAH-toh

Translations: began, started

Notes: This is a verb form meaning 'he/she/it began' or 'he/she/it started'. It is used to indicate the commencement of an action or state, often implying that the subject initiated the action themselves (middle voice) or that the action simply began (passive voice).

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Middle/Passive, 3rd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΝΑΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From the Greek word ἄρχω (archō), meaning 'to be first, to rule, to begin'. The middle voice ἄρχομαι means 'to begin' or 'to take the lead'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: GHI-neh-tai

Translations: becomes, happens, is, is born, comes into being, takes place, arises

Notes: This verb is very common and versatile, meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' 'to be born,' or 'to come into being.' It describes a state of transition or occurrence, indicating that something is coming into existence or changing its state. It can be used in various contexts to describe events, transformations, or the origin of something.

Inflection: 3rd Person Singular, Present Tense, Indicative Mood, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΤΙΚΤΩ

G3813

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pai-DEE-on

Translations: child, a child, infant, an infant, little child, a little child

Notes: This word refers to a young child or an infant. It is a diminutive form of the word 'παῖς' (pais), meaning 'child' or 'servant', emphasizing the smallness or tenderness of the child. It can be used generally to refer to any young person, often implying innocence or youth.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΒΡΕΦΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek 'παιδίον' (paidíon), a diminutive of 'παῖς' (paîs, “child, boy, servant”).

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: thay-AI-tay-ton

Translations: Theaetetus

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to Theaetetus, a prominent ancient Greek mathematician and philosopher from Athens. He was a student of Socrates and is known for his contributions to the theory of irrational numbers and the construction of the five regular polyhedra. The word is used to refer to him by name.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Theaetetus is of Greek origin, meaning 'one who is sought by God' or 'divinely sought'. It is derived from the Greek words θεός (theos), meaning 'god', and αἰτητός (aitētos), meaning 'sought' or 'desired'.

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.

G5101

Part of Speech: Interrogative Pronoun, Indefinite Pronoun, Interrogative Adjective

Sounds like: TEES

Translations: who, what, which, what kind of, someone, something, anyone, anything, a certain one, a certain thing

Notes: ΤΙΣ is a versatile pronoun and adjective in Koine Greek. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', or 'anything', often implying an unspecified person or thing. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it has an accent.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative. It is a highly inflected word.

Etymology: The word ΤΙΣ is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, indicating its long history and fundamental role in language.

G5228

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-PER

Translations: over, above, for, on behalf of, concerning, beyond, more than

Notes: ΥΠΕΡ is a Koine Greek preposition. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often means 'on behalf of', 'for the sake of', 'concerning', or 'instead of'. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'over', 'above', 'beyond', or 'more than', often indicating position or motion.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΙ, ΠΕΡΙ, ΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *uperi, meaning 'over, above'. It is cognate with English 'over' and Latin 'super'.

G2380

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: thoo-SON-tes

Translations: sacrificing, about to sacrifice, going to sacrifice, who will sacrifice

Notes: This word is a future active participle of the verb 'to sacrifice'. It describes an action that will happen in the future, performed by the subject. It can be translated as 'sacrificing' in the sense of 'being about to sacrifice' or 'who will sacrifice'. It is used to indicate someone who is in the act of, or intends to, offer a sacrifice.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ, ΑΝΑΦΕΡΩ

G0363

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nahm-nees-THEY-sah

Translations: having remembered, having recalled, having been reminded

Notes: This word is a compound verb meaning 'to remember' or 'to recall'. It is formed from the prefix 'ἀνά' (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again', and 'μιμνῄσκω' (mimnēskō), meaning 'to remind' or 'to remember'. It describes an action of recalling something to mind, often implying a past event or a forgotten fact. It is used to indicate that someone has brought something back into their memory.

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

Synonyms: ΜΙΜΝΗΣΚΩ, ΜΝΗΜΟΝΕΥΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀναμιμνῄσκω (anamimnḗiskō), a compound of ἀνά (aná, 'up, again') and μιμνῄσκω (mimnḗiskō, 'to remind, to remember').

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-geh-NEE-meh-nays

Translations: of having become, of having been, of having come into being, of having happened

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to become' or 'to be born'. As a perfect participle, it describes an action that has been completed in the past but has ongoing results. In this specific form, it is used to modify a feminine noun in the genitive case, indicating possession or relationship, often translated with 'of' or 'belonging to'. It can refer to something that has come into existence, happened, or been born.

Inflection: Perfect Participle, Genitive, Singular, Feminine

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΑΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΜΙ

G3860

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-reh-DIH-doo

Translations: he was handing over, she was handing over, it was handing over, he was delivering, she was delivering, it was delivering, he was entrusting, she was entrusting, it was entrusting, he was betraying, she was betraying, it was betraying

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'paradidomi'. It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past. It means to hand over, deliver, entrust, or betray. The specific nuance depends on the context; it can refer to physically handing something over, delivering a message, entrusting someone with a task, or betraying someone to an enemy.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΕΠΙΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

G0390

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ah-nah-tee-THEY-sah

Translations: dedicating, devoting, offering up, presenting, laying up, setting forth

Notes: This word is a present active participle, feminine, singular, nominative, derived from the verb ἀνατίθημι (anatithēmi). It means 'dedicating,' 'devoting,' or 'offering up' something to someone or something, often in a religious context. It can also mean 'to lay up' or 'to set forth' for consideration. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action performed by the subject of the sentence, often translated as 'while dedicating' or 'she who dedicates'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ

Etymology: The word ἀνατίθημι (anatithēmi) is a compound verb formed from ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'again,' and τίθημι (tithēmi), meaning 'to place' or 'to put.' Thus, it literally means 'to place up' or 'to set up,' leading to the sense of dedicating or offering.

G2864

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KO-may

Translations: hair, a hair, head of hair, a head of hair

Notes: This word refers to hair, specifically the hair of the head. It is commonly used to describe a person's locks or a full head of hair. It can be used in various contexts where hair is mentioned, such as its appearance, length, or as a physical attribute.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΘΡΙΞ, ΠΛΟΚΑΜΟΣ

Etymology: The origin of the word 'ΚΟΜΗ' is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the verb 'κομέω' (komeō), meaning 'to take care of, to tend'.

G0447

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-NEH-ee-toh

Translations: was let go, was released, was relaxed, was loosened, was given up, was abandoned

Notes: This is an inflected form of the verb ἀνίημι (aniēmi), meaning 'to let go, release, relax, loosen, give up, abandon'. The form 'ἀνεῖτο' indicates an action that was happening in the past and was continuous or repeated. It describes something that was being released or allowed to happen.

Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ἈΦΙΗΜΙ, ΧΑΛΑΩ

Etymology: The word ἀνίημι is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀνά (aná), meaning 'up' or 'back', and the verb ἵημι (hiēmi), meaning 'to send' or 'to throw'. Thus, it literally means 'to send up' or 'to send back', which evolved into the sense of 'to let go' or 'release'.

G2413, G2411

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: ee-eh-ROH

Translations: holy, sacred, temple, a temple, sacred place, a sacred place, (to) a temple, (to) a sacred place

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'holy' or 'sacred', or as a noun meaning 'temple' or 'sacred place'. When used as a noun, it refers to a sacred building or area, often specifically the Temple in Jerusalem. As an adjective, it describes something set apart for God or dedicated to religious purposes. In the provided form, it is in the dative case, indicating 'to' or 'for' a holy thing or place.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΓΙΟΣ, ΝΑΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἱερός (hieros) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to sacrifice, to consecrate'. It is related to words signifying 'sacred' or 'holy' in various Indo-European languages.

G5142

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: TREH-foh-meh-nos

Translations: being nourished, being fed, being brought up, being reared

Notes: This word is a present passive participle derived from the verb 'τρέφω' (trephō), meaning 'to nourish' or 'to feed'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that is in the process of being nourished, fed, or brought up. It can be used to describe a person or animal receiving sustenance or care.

Inflection: Present, Passive, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΒΟΣΚΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΘΑΛΠΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G4137

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: pep-lay-RO-koss

Translations: having fulfilled, having completed, having filled, having made full

Notes: This word is a perfect active participle, indicating an action that has been completed in the past and whose results continue into the present. It describes someone who has brought something to completion, filled something up, or made something full. It is often used to describe the fulfillment of prophecy or a task.

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

Synonyms: ΤΕΛΕΩ, ΑΝΑΠΛΗΡΟΩ, ΕΚΠΛΗΡΟΩ

G2235

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: AY-day

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΝΥΝ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΕΥΘΕΩΣ

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

G1427

Part of Speech: Ordinal Numeral, Adjective

Sounds like: doh-DEH-kah-ton

Translations: twelfth, a twelfth

Notes: This word means 'twelfth' and functions as an ordinal number, indicating position in a sequence. It is used as an adjective to describe a noun, such as 'the twelfth day' or 'the twelfth hour'. It is derived from the word for 'twelve'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative. This word inflects for gender, number, and case, so it can also be Masculine or Feminine, and in other cases like Genitive or Dative.

Etymology: The word ΔΩΔΕΚΑΤΟΣ (dōdekatos) is derived from the cardinal number ΔΩΔΕΚΑ (dōdeka), meaning 'twelve'. It follows a common pattern for forming ordinal numbers in Greek by adding the suffix -τος (-tos) to the cardinal number.

G4395

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-ay-fay-TEH-yeh

Translations: he prophesied, she prophesied, it prophesied, he was prophesying, she was prophesying, it was prophesying

Notes: This verb means to prophesy, to speak under divine inspiration, or to foretell future events. It describes the act of delivering a message from God or a deity. It is used to describe someone who was in the process of prophesying or who prophesied repeatedly in the past.

Inflection: Imperfect Active Indicative, Third Person Singular

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΦΗΤΕΥΩ (prophēteuō) comes from the Greek word προφήτης (prophētēs), meaning 'prophet', which is itself derived from πρό (pro), meaning 'before' or 'forth', and φημί (phēmi), meaning 'to speak'. Thus, it literally means 'to speak forth' or 'to speak before' (either in time or on behalf of someone).

G4218

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: PO-teh

Translations: at some time, ever, once, formerly, when, at any time, sometime

Notes: This word is an adverb that indicates a point in time, often indefinite. It can mean 'at some time' or 'ever,' referring to an unspecified past or future moment. It can also mean 'once' or 'formerly' when referring to a past event. In interrogative contexts, it means 'when?'. It is used to ask about or state the timing of an action or event.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΟΤΕΡΟΝ, ΠΟΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From the interrogative stem *po- (related to 'who,' 'what') combined with the temporal suffix -te. It refers to an indefinite point in time.

G2837

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: koy-MOH-meh-non

Translations: sleeping, one sleeping, a sleeping one, lying down, one lying down

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to sleep' or 'to lie down'. It describes someone or something that is in the act of sleeping or lying down. In the provided examples, it refers to a person who is sleeping or lying with someone or something else, often in a sexual context, or simply lying down.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Present, Middle/Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΕΥΔΩΝ, ΥΠΝΟΥΝΤΑ

G3688

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: oh-no-MAS-tee

Translations: by name, specifically, expressly

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'by name' or 'specifically'. It is used to indicate that someone or something is referred to or addressed individually, rather than generally or collectively. For example, it might be used when calling people out one by one.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΞ ΟΝΟΜΑΤΟΣ, ΚΑΤΑ ΟΝΟΜΑ

Etymology: The word ὈΝΟΜΑΣΤΙ is derived from the noun Ὄνομα (onoma), meaning 'name'. The suffix -στι forms adverbs indicating 'by means of' or 'in the manner of'.

G3543

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: noh-MEE-sas

Translations: having supposed, having thought, thinking, supposing, believing, considering

Notes: ΝΟΜΙΣΑΣ is the aorist active participle of the verb ΝΟΜΙΖΩ. It describes an action that was completed before the action of the main verb in the sentence. It means 'having supposed' or 'having thought', indicating that the subject formed an opinion or belief. It is often used to introduce a clause explaining the reason or basis for the main action.

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

Synonyms: ΟΙΟΜΑΙ, ΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΟΚΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΝΟΜΙΖΩ comes from νόμος (nomos), meaning 'custom' or 'law'. It originally meant 'to do by custom' or 'to hold as a custom', and then evolved to mean 'to believe', 'to suppose', or 'to consider' in accordance with custom or general opinion.

G5259

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-POH

Translations: under, by, from, with, subject to, at the hand of

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the dative case, it denotes a static position 'under' something. When used with the accusative case, it signifies motion 'under' or 'into subjection to'.

Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs the Genitive, Dative, and Accusative cases.

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'under'. It is cognate with English 'up' and 'over', showing a shared root related to position.

G0749

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ar-khee-eh-REH-ohs

Translations: (of) high priest, (of) chief priest

Notes: This is a compound noun, meaning 'high priest' or 'chief priest'. It refers to the principal priest, often the head of the priestly order, who held significant religious and sometimes political authority. It is used to indicate possession or origin, such as 'belonging to the high priest' or 'from the high priest'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΙΕΡΕΥΣ, ΠΡΩΤΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἀρχιερεύς (archiereus) is a compound of ἀρχι- (archi-), meaning 'chief' or 'first', and ἱερεύς (hiereus), meaning 'priest'. It literally means 'chief priest'.

G5346

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: fah-MEH-noo

Translations: saying, speaking, asserting, declaring

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, genitive singular, of the verb 'φημί' (phēmi), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It describes someone who is in the act of saying or speaking, often used to introduce a statement or a reported speech. In the provided examples, it functions adverbially, indicating 'while saying' or 'because he said'.

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

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩΝ, ΕΙΠΩΝ, ΑΠΟΦΑΙΝΟΜΕΝΟΣ

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.

G1294

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: dee-ah-oo-GAH-sthais

Translations: having shone through, having dawned, having become clear, having become bright

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'διαυγάζω', meaning 'to shine through' or 'to dawn'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed in the past, often functioning like an adjective or adverb in a sentence. It indicates that something has become clear or bright, or that light has shone through something.

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

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΤΕΛΛΩ, ΕΚΛΑΜΠΩ

Etymology: The word διαυγάζω (diaugazo) is a compound word formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and αὐγάζω (augazo), meaning 'to shine' or 'to behold'. It literally means 'to shine through'.

G0243

Part of Speech: Prefix

Sounds like: ALL

Translations: other, another, different, foreign

Notes: This is a prefix form of the word 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other' or 'another'. It is used to form compound words that convey the idea of something being different, foreign, or belonging to another group. For example, 'ἀλλογενῶν' means 'of other races', 'ἀλλότριοι' means 'strangers' or 'foreigners', and 'ἀλλόφυλους' means 'foreigners' or 'of another tribe'.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix)

Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *alyos, meaning 'other, another'. It is related to Latin alius and English else.

G1473

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-GOH

Translations: I, me

Notes: ἘΓΩ is the first-person singular personal pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning "I" or "me." It refers to the speaker and functions primarily as the subject of a sentence. While the first-person singular verb ending often makes the pronoun redundant, ἘΓΩ is frequently used for emphasis, similar to saying "I myself" or "even I" in English. It can also be used to clarify the subject when multiple individuals are involved.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: This word is an ancient pronoun, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has cognates in many Indo-European languages, reflecting a shared linguistic heritage.

G4250

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: PRIN

Translations: before, sooner, until, ere

Notes: This word functions as an adverb or a conjunction, indicating a point in time prior to another event or action. As an adverb, it means 'before' or 'sooner'. As a conjunction, it means 'before' or 'until', often introducing a clause that describes an event that has not yet happened. It is frequently used with an infinitive or a subjunctive verb.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟ, ΠΡΟΤΕΡΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *per- (forward, through). It is related to the preposition πρό (pro, before).

G2570

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: kah-LON

Translations: good, beautiful, noble, excellent, right, of good, of beautiful, of noble, of excellent, a good thing, a beautiful thing, a noble thing, an excellent thing

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning good, beautiful, noble, or excellent. It describes the quality or nature of something or someone. It can refer to moral goodness, physical beauty, or high quality. It is used to modify nouns, agreeing with them in gender, number, and case.

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

Synonyms: ΑΓΑΘΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΤΟΣ, ΕΥΓΕΝΗΣ

G4591

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: say-MAH-ee-neh

Translations: signify, show, indicate, make known, give a sign, give a signal, command, announce, declare, mean

Notes: ΣΗΜΑΙΝΕ is an inflected form of the verb ΣΗΜΑΙΝΩ, which means to give a sign, to signify, or to indicate. It can be used in various contexts to express the act of conveying information or a command, often through a signal or a clear indication. It can also mean to make something known or to declare it.

Inflection: Second Person Singular, Imperfect Active Indicative or Second Person Singular, Present Active Imperative

Synonyms: ΔΗΛΟΩ, ΦΑΝΕΡΟΩ, ΓΝΩΡΙΖΩ

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.

G3915

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-TYNG-kha-noh

Translations: to happen to meet, to fall in with, to obtain by chance, to light upon

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from 'παρά' (para, meaning 'beside' or 'alongside') and 'τυγχάνω' (tynchanō, meaning 'to happen' or 'to obtain'). It means to happen to meet someone or something, to fall in with them, or to obtain something by chance. It implies an accidental or coincidental encounter or acquisition.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΥΓΧΑΝΩ, ΕΝΤΥΓΧΑΝΩ

Etymology: From the preposition παρά (para, "beside, by") and the verb τυγχάνω (tynchanō, "to happen, to obtain").

G5350

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: fth-eng-XAH-meh-noo

Translations: of speaking, of uttering, of proclaiming, of sounding forth

Notes: This word is the genitive singular masculine or neuter aorist middle participle of the verb ΦΘΕΓΓΟΜΑΙ (phthéngomai). It describes an action of speaking, uttering, or proclaiming that has already occurred. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, modifying a noun or verb, often indicating the circumstances or time of an action. For example, it could mean 'of the one who spoke' or 'after he spoke'.

Inflection: Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter, Aorist, Middle Participle

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΕΙΠΩΝ, ΦΩΝΕΩ

G0515

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ay-KSEE-oo

Translations: was thinking worthy, was deeming worthy, was demanding, was asking, was requesting, was claiming, was expecting

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'axioō'. It means 'to deem worthy,' 'to consider worthy,' 'to ask,' 'to request,' or 'to demand.' It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, indicating that someone was continuously or repeatedly considering something worthy, or making a request or demand. It often implies a sense of entitlement or a belief that one has a right to something.

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

Synonyms: ΑἸΤΈΩ, ΖΗΤΈΩ, ΔΈΟΜΑΙ

G2980

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lah-LEH-in

Translations: to speak, to talk, to say

Notes: This is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'λαλέω'. It means 'to speak' or 'to talk'. It is used to express the action of speaking in a general sense, often without specifying the content of the speech, or to indicate the ability to speak. It can be used in various contexts, such as speaking a language, speaking to someone, or simply making sounds.

Inflection: Infinitive, Present, Active

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΦΩΝΕΩ, ΕΡΩ

Etymology: From an onomatopoeic root, imitating the sound of babbling or chattering. It is related to the English word 'lullaby' and similar words in other languages that describe vocal sounds.

G5530

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: KHROH-meh-noys

Translations: using, employing, dealing with, associating with, of those who use, to those who use

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'χράομαι' (chraomai), meaning 'to use' or 'to employ'. In this form, it refers to 'those who are using' or 'those who are employing' something. It often implies a continuous or habitual action of using or dealing with something or someone. When used with the dative case, as it is here, it indicates the recipients or beneficiaries of the action, or the people involved in the 'using' or 'dealing with'.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Dative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΧΡΗΣΙΜΟΙ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΕΝΟΙ

Etymology: The verb 'χράομαι' (chraomai) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to use, to need'. It is related to words signifying 'need' or 'usefulness'.

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.

G3739

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: OYS

Translations: to whom, to which, to what

Notes: This word is a relative pronoun, meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what'. It is used to introduce a relative clause, connecting it to a noun or pronoun in the main clause. It indicates the indirect object of the verb in the relative clause, showing to whom or to what an action is directed. It can refer to people or things and is used for all genders.

Inflection: Dative, Plural, All genders

Synonyms: ΤΙΣ, ὉΠΟΙΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun and is a common form for relative pronouns across Indo-European languages.

G1893

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEI

Translations: since, because, for, when, after, inasmuch as

Notes: This word functions as a conjunction or adverb, introducing a clause that provides a reason, cause, or time. As a conjunction, it can mean 'since' or 'because' when indicating a cause, or 'when' or 'after' when indicating time. As an adverb, it can mean 'for' or 'inasmuch as'. It often introduces a dependent clause that explains the main clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΚΑΘΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙΔΗ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐπί (epi, 'upon, on') and the particle εἰ (ei, 'if'). It originally meant 'upon the condition that' or 'when'.

G3900

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-tyng-KHA-neis

Translations: you happen upon, you meet, you encounter, you obtain, you attain

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from 'παρά' (para, meaning 'beside' or 'alongside') and 'τυγχάνω' (tynchanō, meaning 'to happen' or 'to obtain'). It means to happen upon, to meet, or to encounter someone or something, often by chance. It can also mean to obtain or attain something. It is used to describe an accidental meeting or the successful acquisition of something.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΥΓΧΑΝΩ, ΕΝΤΥΓΧΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb 'τυγχάνω' (tynchanō), meaning 'to happen', 'to obtain', or 'to meet'.

G3129

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: man-THA-neh

Translations: learn, be taught, understand, perceive, inquire

Notes: This word means to learn, to be taught, or to understand something. It implies gaining knowledge or skill, often through instruction, study, or experience. It can be used in contexts where someone is acquiring information or developing an understanding of a subject.

Inflection: Present, Active, Imperative, Second Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΔΙΔΑΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *mn̥-th₂-n- (to learn, to think), related to English 'mind' and Latin 'mens'.

G3056

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: LOH-goo

Translations: of word, of account, of reason, of speech, of message, of saying, of statement, of report, of matter, of thing

Notes: This word refers to a word, speech, discourse, or a divine utterance. It can also mean an account, reason, or a matter/thing. In its genitive form, as seen here, it indicates possession or origin, often translated with 'of'. It is frequently used in contexts relating to communication, divine revelation, or logical reasoning.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΡΗΜΑ, ΜΥΘΟΣ, ΕΠΟΣ

G2348

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: teth-nee-XOH-meh-noos

Translations: about to die, those who are about to die, those who will have died

Notes: This word is a future perfect participle derived from the verb 'to die'. It describes someone or something that is on the verge of dying or will have died at some future point. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, and indicates a state of being about to die or having died in the future.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΘΝῌΣΚΩ, ΤΕΛΕΥΤΑΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *dʰwen- 'to die, disappear'. It is related to other words meaning 'to die' or 'to perish' in various Indo-European languages.

G3330

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: meh-teh-LEH-oo-soh-meh-neen

Translations: about to go after, about to pursue, about to follow after

Notes: This word is a future participle, meaning 'about to go after' or 'about to pursue'. It describes an action that will happen in the future, often with the sense of following someone or something, or pursuing a goal or vengeance. It is a compound word formed from 'μετά' (meta, 'with' or 'after') and 'ἔρχομαι' (erchomai, 'to come' or 'to go').

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine, Future, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΔΙΩΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΔΙΩΚΩ

G3123

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: MAHL-lon

Translations: more, rather, much more, especially

Notes: This word is a comparative adverb meaning 'more' or 'rather'. It is used to indicate a preference, a greater degree, or an intensification of something. It often appears in contexts where a comparison is being made, suggesting that one thing is true to a greater extent than another, or that one action is preferred over another. For example, it can mean 'more' in terms of quantity or intensity, or 'rather' when expressing a choice or preference.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΟΝ, ΜΑΛΙΣΤΑ

Etymology: ΜΑΛΛΟΝ is a comparative adverb derived from an obsolete positive form related to the concept of 'much' or 'very'. It functions as the comparative degree of this implied positive.

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'.

G4851

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: soom-FEH-ron

Translations: advantageous, profitable, useful, beneficial, expedient, what is advantageous, what is profitable, advantage, profit, benefit

Notes: This word describes something that is advantageous, profitable, or beneficial. As an adjective, it can modify a noun to indicate that it is useful or expedient. When used as a neuter substantive (like 'το συμφέρον'), it refers to 'that which is advantageous' or 'the advantage/benefit' itself. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (together with) and 'φέρω' (to bear, carry).

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΩΦΕΛΙΜΟΣ, ΧΡΗΣΙΜΟΣ

G0971

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

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

Translations: having forced, having done violence, having raped, having violated

Notes: This word is an aorist participle, indicating an action completed prior to the main verb. It describes someone who has used force or violence, often with the implication of sexual assault or violation. It can be used to describe someone who has overcome another by force or has acted violently.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle/Passive Voice, Masculine, Singular, Nominative Participle

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΓΚΑΖΩ, ΚΡΑΤΕΩ, ΒΙΑΙΩ

Etymology: From βία (bia), meaning 'force, violence'. The verb βιάζω means 'to use force, to compel, to do violence'.

G3727

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OR-koys

Translations: oaths, to oaths, by oaths

Notes: This word refers to solemn promises or vows, often made with an appeal to a divine being or a sacred object as a witness. It is used to denote a formal declaration or pledge, and in the provided context, it appears in the dative plural, indicating 'to oaths' or 'by means of oaths'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΜΟΛΟΓΙΑ, ΔΙΑΘΗΚΗ

Etymology: The word "ΟΡΚΟΣ" (horkos) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the Proto-Indo-European root *serk- meaning 'to fence, to enclose', implying a boundary or a binding agreement.

G1014

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-BOO-leh-toh

Translations: he was wishing, he wanted, he intended, he purposed, he desired

Notes: This word is a verb that expresses a strong desire, intention, or purpose. It describes someone's will or resolve to do something. It is often used to indicate a deliberate choice or a settled intention, rather than a fleeting wish.

Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Middle/Passive, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΘΕΛΩ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΩ

Etymology: From the root ΒΟΥΛ-, related to will or counsel. It is connected to the concept of deliberate choice or decision.

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'.

G0949

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: beh-bai-oh-TEH-ran

Translations: more firm, more sure, more steadfast, more certain, more secure

Notes: This word is the feminine singular accusative form of the comparative adjective 'βέβαιος' (bebáios), meaning 'firm' or 'sure'. As a comparative, it indicates a greater degree of firmness, certainty, or security. It is used to describe something that is more stable, reliable, or confirmed than something else, often modifying a feminine noun in the accusative case.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine, Comparative Degree

Synonyms: ΑΣΦΑΛΕΣΤΕΡΑΝ, ΠΙΣΤΟΤΕΡΑΝ, ΣΤΕΡΕΩΤΕΡΑΝ

Etymology: The word βέβαιος (bebáios) comes from the verb βαίνω (baínō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step', implying something that stands firm or is well-grounded.

G2192

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EE-kheh

Translations: he had, she had, it had, he was having, she was having, it was having

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, or a state of possession that existed in the past. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He had a house' or 'She was holding the book'.

Inflection: Third person, Singular, Imperfect, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΚΤΩΜΑΙ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΑΙ

G0837

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ay-OOX-eh-toh

Translations: was increasing, was growing, was being increased, was being enlarged

Notes: This word describes something that was in the process of increasing, growing, or being enlarged. It is used to indicate a continuous or repeated action in the past, often describing a state of gradual development or expansion. For example, it could describe a plant growing, a crowd getting larger, or a feeling intensifying.

Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΘΥΝΩ, ΜΕΓΑΛΥΝΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to grow, increase'.

G4119

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: PLEH-on

Translations: more, a greater amount, a greater number, further, moreover, besides

Notes: This word signifies 'more' or 'greater' and can function as both an adjective and an adverb. As an adjective, it describes a larger quantity or degree of something. As an adverb, it indicates an increase in action or extent, often translated as 'further' or 'moreover'. It is the neuter singular form of the adjective 'πλέων'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΟΝ, ΜΑΛΛΟΝ

Etymology: The word 'πλέων' (pleōn) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to fill' or 'full'. It is related to words signifying abundance or completion.

G1391

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOK-sah

Translations: glory, a glory, splendor, honor, praise, reputation, dignity, majesty

Notes: This word refers to glory, splendor, or honor. It can describe the inherent majesty of God, the praise given to someone, or a person's reputation. It is often used in a theological context to refer to the divine nature or manifestation of God's presence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΤΙΜΗ, ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΕΥΚΛΕΙΑ

Etymology: From the Greek verb δοκέω (dokeō), meaning 'to seem, to appear, to think'. The noun originally referred to an opinion or expectation, then evolved to mean 'reputation' and eventually 'glory' or 'splendor'.

G4395

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pro-ay-fay-TEV-sen

Translations: prophesied, he prophesied, she prophesied, it prophesied

Notes: This word means to prophesy, to foretell, or to speak under divine inspiration. It describes the act of delivering a message from God or predicting future events. It is used in sentences to indicate that someone has spoken prophetically.

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

Synonyms: ΜΑΝΤΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΧΡΗΣΜΩΔΕΩ

Etymology: The word comes from πρό (pro), meaning "before" or "forth," and φημί (phēmi), meaning "to speak." Thus, it literally means "to speak forth" or "to speak before (hand)."

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