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.

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.

G80

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FON

Translations: brother, a brother, fellowman, countryman, kinsman

Notes: This word refers to a brother by birth, but it can also be used more broadly to refer to a fellow countryman, a kinsman, or a spiritual brother (such as a fellow believer in a religious community). It is often used in the New Testament to address members of the Christian community. In a sentence, it would function as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition when in the accusative case.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΥΓΓΕΝΗΣ, ΟΜΟΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΔΕΛΦΟΣ is a compound word derived from the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'together' or 'same', and δελφύς (delphys), meaning 'womb'. Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.

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: 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.

G4399

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-tay-SOH-meh-non

Translations: about to preside over, about to be set over, about to manage, about to rule, about to lead

Notes: This word is a future middle/passive participle derived from the verb προΐστημι (proïstēmi). It describes someone or something that is 'about to be placed in charge of' or 'about to take the lead in' a situation or group. It implies future action of presiding, managing, or ruling.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Future, Middle or Passive

Synonyms: ΗΓΗΣΟΜΕΝΟΝ, ΑΡΞΟΜΕΝΟΝ

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.

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.

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).

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

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.

G5376

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: fee-LIP-poo

Translations: (of) Philip

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the proper noun 'Philip'. It refers to a person named Philip and is used to indicate possession or origin, meaning 'of Philip' or 'Philip's'. It is a common name found in ancient Greek texts, including the New Testament and historical writings.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: From Greek Φίλιππος (Philippos), meaning 'lover of horses' or 'fond of horses', derived from φίλος (philos, 'dear, beloved, loving') and ἵππος (hippos, 'horse').

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: bah-tah-NAI-ah

Translations: Batanaea

Notes: Batanaea is a geographical region, a proper noun referring to a specific area. It was an ancient region located in what is now southern Syria, east of the Jordan River. It is often mentioned alongside other regions like Trachonitis and Gaulanitis.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The etymology of 'Batanaea' is uncertain, but it is believed to be of Aramaic origin, possibly related to a word meaning 'plain' or 'level ground', describing the topography of the region.

G4369

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: pros-THEIS

Translations: adding, having added, putting to, moreover, furthermore, in addition

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'προστίθημι', meaning 'to put to', 'to add', or 'to give besides'. As a participle, it functions adverbially, often indicating an action completed prior to the main verb, or providing additional information. It can convey the sense of 'having added' or simply 'adding', and is frequently used to introduce a new point or action, similar to 'furthermore' or 'moreover' in English.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΙΘΗΜΙ, ΠΡΟΣΑΝΑΤΙΘΗΜΙ

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

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

G4862

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: soon

Translations: with, together with, along with

Notes: ΣΥΝ is a preposition that typically takes the dative case, meaning 'with' or 'together with', indicating association, accompaniment, or union. It is also very commonly used as a prefix in compound words, where it conveys the idea of 'togetherness', 'union', 'completion', or 'joint action'. For example, 'συντρίβω' (syntribo) means 'to break together' or 'to crush', and 'συνκαίω' (synkaio) means 'to burn together'.

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑ, ΟΜΟΥ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kom, meaning 'with' or 'beside'. It is cognate with Latin 'cum' and English 'co-' or 'con-'.

G3082

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: loo-SAH-nee-as

Translations: Lysanias

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to a specific person. In historical contexts, Lysanias was a tetrarch of Abilene, a region near Damascus, mentioned in the New Testament (Luke 3:1). The name is of Greek origin.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Lysanias is of Greek origin, derived from the elements λύσις (lysis), meaning 'a loosening, release', and ἀνία (ania), meaning 'trouble, distress'. Thus, it can be interpreted as 'delivering from trouble' or 'ending sorrow'.

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-GOH-nay

Translations: had become, had happened, had come to pass, had been, had arisen

Notes: ΓΕΓΟΝΕΙ is an inflected form of the verb ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, meaning 'to become,' 'to happen,' or 'to come into being.' This specific form is the third person singular pluperfect active indicative, indicating an action that was completed in the past before another past action. It describes something that 'had become' or 'had happened' at a prior point in time.

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

Synonyms: ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ, ΕΓΕΝΗΘΗ

Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to come into being' or 'to be born.' It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey similar concepts of becoming or generation.

G5479

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: KHAL-kee-da

Translations: Chalcis, to Chalcis

Notes: Chalcis is the name of an ancient city located on the island of Euboea in Greece. It was a significant city in ancient times, known for its trade and strategic location. In Koine Greek texts, it typically refers to this specific geographical location.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The name Chalcis is of ancient Greek origin, possibly derived from the Greek word 'χαλκός' (chalkos), meaning 'copper' or 'bronze', suggesting a connection to metalworking or copper mines in the region.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: lah-BOHN

Translations: taking, having taken, receiving, having received, seizing, having seized

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take,' 'to receive,' or 'to seize.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. It often indicates the means or circumstance by which another action takes place. For example, 'having taken the book, he read it' or 'receiving the gift, she smiled.'

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

Synonyms: ΚΟΜΙΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΔΕΞΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΙΛΗΦΩΣ

G1432

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: doh-reh-AHN

Translations: freely, for nothing, without cause, in vain, gratuitously, undeservedly

Notes: This word means 'freely' or 'gratuitously,' indicating something given or done without cost or obligation. It can also mean 'without cause' or 'in vain,' implying that something is done without a valid reason or achieves no purpose. It is used to describe actions that are unmerited or without charge.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΩΡΟΝ, ΔΩΡΕΑ

Etymology: From the noun δωρεά (dōrea), meaning 'a gift' or 'a present,' which itself comes from δῶρον (dōron), also meaning 'gift.' The suffix -αν makes it an adverb.

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'.

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.

G2541

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: KAI-sar-os

Translations: of Caesar

Notes: This is the genitive singular form of the proper noun 'Caesar'. It refers to the Roman emperor, or more generally, the imperial authority. In the New Testament, it often refers to the reigning emperor, such as Augustus or Tiberius, or the office itself.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: From Latin 'Caesar', originally a Roman family name, which became a title for the Roman emperors after Julius Caesar. The name's ultimate origin is uncertain, possibly from 'caesaries' (hair) or 'caesus' (cut).

G0067

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-GRIP-pahs

Translations: Agrippa

Notes: Agrippa is a Roman personal name, often associated with members of the Herodian dynasty who ruled over parts of Judea. It refers to several historical figures, most notably Herod Agrippa I and Herod Agrippa II, both of whom are mentioned in the New Testament. The name signifies a person of Roman origin or influence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Agrippa is of Latin origin, derived from 'Agrippa', a Roman cognomen. It was traditionally given to children born feet first (breech birth).

G1571

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-DI-doh-see

Translations: gives out, hands over, leases, publishes, gives away, yields

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from,' and the verb δίδωμι (didomi), meaning 'to give.' Together, it means to give out, hand over, or lease something. It can also mean to publish or yield something. It is used to describe the action of releasing or transferring something from one's possession or control.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

Etymology: The word ΕΚΔΙΔΩΜΙ is a compound of the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from,' and the verb δίδωμι (didomi), meaning 'to give.' The root δίδωμι comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *deh₃-, meaning 'to give.'

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.

G4059

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: peh-ree-TEM-nes-thai

Translations: to be circumcised, to circumcise oneself

Notes: This word is the present middle or passive infinitive form of the verb 'περιτέμνω' (peritemnō), meaning 'to cut around' or 'to circumcise'. In the middle voice, it means 'to circumcise oneself', and in the passive voice, 'to be circumcised'. It is often used in contexts relating to the Jewish practice of circumcision.

Inflection: Present, Middle or Passive, Infinitive

Etymology: From 'περί' (peri), meaning 'around', and 'τέμνω' (temnō), meaning 'to cut'.

G2309

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: theh-LEE-sahn-tee

Translations: (to) wishing, (to) desiring, (to) willing, (to) intending

Notes: This word is a dative masculine or neuter singular aorist active participle of the verb 'θέλω' (thelō), meaning 'to wish,' 'to desire,' 'to will,' or 'to intend.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that is wishing or willing, often in a past context. It indicates the person or thing to whom or for whom the action of wishing or willing is directed.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter, Aorist, Active, Participle

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ, ΕΘΕΛΩ, ΠΡΟΑΙΡΕΟΜΑΙ

G0080

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FEN

Translations: sister, a sister

Notes: This word refers to a female sibling. It is a compound word formed from the prefix 'ἀ-' (a-, meaning 'together' or 'same') and 'δελφύς' (delphys, meaning 'womb'), literally meaning 'from the same womb'. It is used to denote a biological sister, or metaphorically, a fellow believer or a close female companion.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The word ἀδελφή (adelphē) is derived from ἀδελφός (adelphos), which is a compound of the copulative prefix ἀ- (a-, 'together' or 'same') and δελφύς (delphys, 'womb'). Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.

G2016

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ep-ee-fa-NEES

Translations: manifest, conspicuous, illustrious, notable, glorious, a glorious one

Notes: This word describes something or someone that is clearly visible, prominent, or distinguished. It can refer to something that is evident or apparent, or to a person who is famous, noble, or of high standing. It is often used to describe a divine manifestation or a significant event.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΟΣ, ΕΝΔΟΞΟΣ, ΠΕΡΙΒΛΕΠΤΟΣ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐπιφανής (epiphanḗs), from ἐπιφαίνω (epiphaínō, “to show forth, appear”), from ἐπί (epí, “upon, to”) + φαίνω (phaínō, “to shine, appear”).

G1063

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ

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

Part of Speech: Definite Article, 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'.

G0491

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: an-TEE-o-khoo

Translations: of Antiochus

Notes: This is a proper noun, referring to Antiochus, a common name among Hellenistic kings and other notable figures, particularly in the Seleucid Empire. It is used to indicate possession or origin, similar to saying 'of Antiochus' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: From Ancient Greek Ἀντίοχος (Antíokhos), meaning 'resisting' or 'steadfast'. It is a compound name derived from ἀντί (antí, 'against, in front of') and ἔχω (ékhō, 'to have, to hold').

G3816

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PAIS

Translations: child, a child, boy, a boy, girl, a girl, servant, a servant, slave, a slave

Notes: This word refers to a child, whether a boy or a girl, and can also denote a servant or slave, regardless of age. Its meaning often depends on the context, indicating a young person or someone in a position of servitude. For example, it can refer to a son or daughter, or a male or female attendant.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΔΟΥΛΟΣ, ΚΟΡΑΣΙΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peh₂w- ('small, few'). It is related to words meaning 'child' or 'small' in various Indo-European languages.

G3868

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-ee-TEE-sah-toh

Translations: he begged off, he excused himself, he refused, he declined, he entreated, he deprecated

Notes: This is a verb in the aorist middle indicative, third person singular. It means to beg off, excuse oneself, refuse, or decline. It can also mean to entreat or deprecate, especially to avert something by entreaty. It is often used when someone seeks to be excused from a duty or avoids something undesirable.

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

Synonyms: ΑΡΝΕΟΜΑΙ, ΑΠΟΤΑΣΣΟΜΑΙ, ΕΞΑΙΤΕΩ

G3361

Part of Speech: Particle, Adverb

Sounds like: MAY

Translations: not, lest, no, do not

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G1014

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: boo-lee-THAYS

Translations: having willed, having desired, having purposed, having intended, having wished, having chosen

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'βούλομαι' (boulomai), meaning 'to will, to wish, to desire, to intend, or to purpose'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. It indicates that the subject has made a deliberate choice or formed a strong intention to do something. For example, it might be used in a sentence like 'He, having willed, went to the city,' indicating his deliberate decision to go.

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

Synonyms: ΘΕΛΗΣΑΣ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΗΣΑΣ

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.

G2539

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: KAI-per

Translations: although, though, even though, even if, notwithstanding

Notes: This word is a compound particle used to introduce a concessive clause, meaning 'although' or 'even though'. It indicates that something is true despite a contrary condition or circumstance. It often appears with a participle, expressing a concession.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΙ ΚΑΙ, ΚΑΙ

Etymology: ΚΑΙΠΕΡ is a compound word formed from the conjunction ΚΑΙ (kai), meaning 'and' or 'even', and the particle ΠΕΡ (per), which is an intensive particle. Together, they form a strong concessive meaning.

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.

Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective

Sounds like: proo-oo-pes-KHEE-meh-nos

Translations: having previously held, having previously offered, having previously presented, having previously undergone, having previously submitted

Notes: This word is a perfect participle, meaning 'having previously held, offered, or undergone something'. It describes an action that was completed in the past and has ongoing relevance. It is a compound word formed from the prefixes πρό (pro, 'before') and ὑπό (hypo, 'under'), combined with the verb ἔχω (echō, 'to have, hold'). Depending on the context, it can imply holding something out, offering it, or being subject to something.

Inflection: Perfect, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek preposition πρό (pro, 'before, in front of'), the preposition ὑπό (hypo, 'under, by'), and the verb ἔχω (echō, 'to have, hold'). The combination suggests a prior or underlying state of holding or possessing.

G1620

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-EH-doh-ken

Translations: he gave out, he gave up, he leased, he published, he surrendered, he gave in marriage

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb ἐκδίδωμι (ekdidōmi). It means 'he/she/it gave out' or 'he/she/it gave up'. It can also mean to lease out, to publish, to surrender, or to give a daughter in marriage. Its meaning can vary depending on the context and the direct object it takes.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

Etymology: The word ἐκδίδωμι is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb δίδωμι (didōmi), meaning 'to give'.

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'.

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.

G0002

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ah-GRIP-pah

Translations: Agrippa

Notes: Agrippa is a proper noun, referring to a male individual. In the New Testament, it primarily refers to Herod Agrippa I and Herod Agrippa II, who were Roman client kings of Judea. It is used as a direct address or as the subject/object of a sentence.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine

Etymology: The name Agrippa is of Latin origin, derived from the Roman cognomen Agrippa. It was traditionally given to children born feet first, from Latin 'aegre partus' meaning 'born with difficulty' or 'aegre pes' meaning 'difficult foot'.

G0719

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: har-mos-THEY-san

Translations: having been fitted, having been joined, having been betrothed, having been given in marriage

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle, meaning 'having been fitted together,' 'having been joined,' or 'having been betrothed/given in marriage.' It describes an action that was completed in the past and whose result is still relevant. It is used to describe someone or something that has undergone the action of being fitted, joined, or betrothed.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΡΜΟΖΩ, ΣΥΖΕΥΓΝΥΜΙ

Etymology: From the Greek word ἁρμός (harmos), meaning 'a joint' or 'a fitting,' which itself comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂er-, meaning 'to fit together.'

G1096

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

G2364

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: thoo-GAH-teer

Translations: daughter, a daughter

Notes: This word refers to a female offspring, a daughter. It is a common noun used to denote a familial relationship. It can be used in various contexts to refer to someone's child who is female, or metaphorically to refer to a female descendant or inhabitant of a place.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΟΡΗ, ΠΑΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΘΥΓΑΤΗΡ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *dʰugʰ₂tḗr, meaning 'daughter'. It has cognates in many Indo-European languages.

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

G3686

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-no-MA

Translations: name, a name, reputation, character, authority

Notes: This word refers to a name, whether of a person, place, or thing. It can also signify one's reputation, character, or even authority, as a name often represents the person or entity itself. It is commonly used in phrases like 'in the name of' to denote authority or representation.

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

Synonyms: ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₁nómn̥. It is cognate with Latin nōmen and English name.

G1259

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-ah-LYOO-ohn-tai

Translations: they are dissolved, they are disbanded, they are separated, they are broken up, they are put an end to, they are reconciled, they are settled

Notes: This word describes an action where something is being dissolved, broken apart, or brought to an end. It can refer to the breaking up of an assembly, the dissolution of a marriage, or the settling of a dispute. It is used in the passive voice, indicating that the subjects are experiencing the action rather than performing it.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ΛΥΩ, ΔΙΑΣΚΟΡΠΙΖΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek διά (dia, 'through, apart') and λύω (luō, 'to loose, to untie'). It literally means 'to loose apart' or 'to unbind completely'.

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun, Interjection

Sounds like: OY

Translations: the, who, they, oh

Notes: ΟΙ is primarily the masculine plural nominative form of the definite article, meaning 'the'. It is used to specify a group of masculine nouns that are the subject of a sentence. It can also function as a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'these' or 'they', referring to a group of people or things previously mentioned. Less commonly, it can be an interjection, similar to 'oh' or 'alas'.

Inflection: Masculine, Plural, Nominative

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to demonstrative pronouns and articles in other Indo-European languages.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ

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

G1706

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: em-peh-SOO-sees

Translations: of falling into, of falling upon, of rushing upon, of happening, of occurring, of befalling

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'empíptō', meaning 'to fall into' or 'to fall upon'. It describes an action of entering into a state, condition, or situation, often suddenly or unexpectedly. It can also refer to something happening or befalling someone or something. As a genitive feminine singular participle, it often functions adverbially or adjectivally, indicating the time or circumstance when an action occurs, or describing a feminine noun that is 'falling into' or 'happening'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΠΙΠΤΩ, ΕΠΙΠΤΩ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ἐμπίπτω (empíptō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐν (en), meaning 'in' or 'into', and the verb πίπτω (píptō), meaning 'to fall'.

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: kath

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΔΙΑ

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

G2012

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pi-tro-PEV-eh

Translations: he was a guardian, he was a steward, he was an administrator, he was a procurator, he was in charge, he managed, he administered

Notes: This word describes the action of acting as a guardian, steward, or administrator. It implies being in charge of someone or something, managing affairs, or exercising authority. It is used to describe someone who oversees or governs, often in a financial or legal capacity.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΙΚΕΩ, ΟΙΚΟΝΟΜΕΩ, ΠΡΟΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ

G2300

Part of Speech: Participle

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

Translations: seeing, beholding, looking at, having seen, when he saw

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle derived from the verb 'theaomai'. It describes an action completed in the past, often translated as 'having seen' or 'when he saw/beheld'. It indicates the subject personally observed or contemplated something.

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

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩΝ, ΟΡΩΝ, ΕΙΔΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'theaomai' comes from 'thea' (a sight, spectacle), which is related to 'theaomai' (to gaze at, behold). It implies a careful or deliberate observation.

G1308

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: dee-ah-FEH-roo-sah

Translations: differing, excelling, being different, being better, a differing, an excelling

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'διαφέρω' (diapherō), meaning 'to differ,' 'to excel,' or 'to carry through.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that is currently differing or excelling. It can also be used substantively, meaning 'that which differs' or 'that which excels.' In the provided examples, it describes things that differ in taste or a person who excels in wisdom.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΛΛΑΣΣΩ, ΥΠΕΡΕΧΩ, ΠΕΡΙΣΣΕΥΩ

G0785

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: AH-toh-mon

Translations: indivisible, uncut, atom, a moment, an instant

Notes: This word describes something that cannot be cut or divided, hence 'indivisible'. It can also refer to a very small, indivisible particle, like an atom, or a very brief, indivisible unit of time, an instant or a moment. In a sentence, it might describe a concept or a physical entity that is considered fundamental and without parts, or a fleeting period of time.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ἈΔΙΑΊΡΕΤΟΝ, ἈΚΑΤΆΤΜΗΤΟΝ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀ- (a-, 'not') and τέμνω (temnō, 'to cut'). Thus, it literally means 'uncuttable' or 'indivisible'.

G1438

Part of Speech: Reflexive Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-ah-TOO

Translations: (of) himself, (of) herself, (of) itself, (of) themselves

Notes: This word is a reflexive pronoun, meaning it refers back to the subject of the sentence. It indicates that the action of the verb is directed back to the one performing it. For example, 'he washed himself'. It is a compound word formed from the personal pronoun 'αὐτός' (autos) and the reflexive pronoun 'ἑαυτοῦ' (heautou).

Inflection: Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter. It can also be used for Feminine or Plural contexts, though the specific form 'ΕΑΥΤΟΥ' is genitive singular masculine/neuter.

Etymology: From the combination of the personal pronoun 'αὐτός' (autos, 'self') and the reflexive pronoun 'ἑαυτοῦ' (heautou, 'of self').

G2954

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: KOO-pree-on

Translations: Cyprian, a Cyprian, Cypriot, a Cypriot, of Cyprus

Notes: This word refers to something or someone from Cyprus. As an adjective, it describes something as being 'Cyprian' or 'of Cyprus'. As a noun, it can refer to a person from Cyprus, a Cypriot. In the provided form, it is neuter singular, which could refer to a 'Cyprian thing' or be used substantively.

Inflection: Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word derives from Κύπρος (Kypros), the Greek name for the island of Cyprus. It is an ethnic adjective formed from the place name.

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.

G1085

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GEH-nos

Translations: race, kind, family, nation, offspring, stock, a race, a kind

Notes: This word refers to a group of people or things sharing a common origin, characteristic, or lineage. It can denote a family, a nation, a race, a species, or a type. It is often used to describe a lineage or descent, such as 'the race of Israel' or 'the family of David'. It can also refer to a general category or kind of something.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΦΥΛΗ, ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΣΠΕΡΜΑ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵenh₁- meaning 'to produce, beget, give birth'. It is related to words like 'genesis' and 'generation' in English.

G3097

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MAH-gon

Translations: magician, a magician, sorcerer, a sorcerer, wise man, a wise man

Notes: This word refers to a magician, sorcerer, or a wise man, particularly one skilled in occult arts or astrology. It can also refer to the Magi, a priestly caste of ancient Persia, known for their wisdom and knowledge of the stars. In the provided context, it is used in the accusative case, indicating the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΓΟΗΣ, ΦΑΡΜΑΚΟΣ

Etymology: From Old Persian maguš, referring to a member of the priestly caste of ancient Persia. It was later adopted into Greek and Latin, often with the connotation of a sorcerer or enchanter.

G4624

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: SKEP-toh-meh-non

Translations: leaning, resting, supporting, relying, pretending, alleging

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb 'σκήπτομαι'. It describes something or someone that is leaning, resting, or supporting itself. In a figurative sense, it can also mean to rely upon something, or to pretend or allege something as an excuse or reason.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Nominative/Accusative Singular Neuter, or Genitive/Dative/Accusative Plural Masculine/Neuter

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΡΕΙΔΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΠΟΙΟΥΜΑΙ

Etymology: From the noun σκῆπτρον (skēptron), meaning 'staff' or 'scepter', which implies leaning on or supporting oneself with a staff.

G3992

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: PEM-pohn

Translations: sending, a sending, one who sends, dispatching, accompanying, escorting

Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'ΠΕΜΠΩ' (pempo), meaning 'to send' or 'to dispatch'. As a participle, it functions like both a verb and an adjective, describing an action that is ongoing. It can be translated as 'sending' or 'one who sends', depending on the context. It can also imply accompanying or escorting someone.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩΝ, ΕΞΑΠΟΣΤΕΛΛΩΝ

Etymology: The root verb 'ΠΕΜΠΩ' (pempo) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek or from an onomatopoeic root related to movement.

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.

G1060

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: gah-MAH-sthai

Translations: to be married, to marry, to take a wife, to give in marriage

Notes: This word is an aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'γαμέω' (gameō), meaning 'to marry' or 'to be married'. As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun, often translated as 'to marry' or 'to be married' depending on the context and voice. In the passive voice, as seen here, it specifically means 'to be married' or 'to be given in marriage'. It describes the act of entering into a marital union.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Passive

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΟΙΚΕΩ, ΣΥΝΕΥΝΕΩ

Etymology: The word 'γαμέω' (gameō) comes from the noun 'γάμος' (gamos), meaning 'marriage' or 'wedding'. Its origin can be traced back to Proto-Indo-European roots related to union or joining.

G1861

Part of Speech: Participle

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

Translations: promising, professing, declaring, announcing

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb ἐπαγγέλλομαι (epangellomai). It is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'to', and the verb ἀγγέλλω (angello), meaning 'to announce' or 'to proclaim'. Therefore, it literally means 'to announce upon' or 'to proclaim to', which translates to 'to promise', 'to profess', or 'to declare'. It describes someone who is in the act of making a promise or declaration.

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

Synonyms: ὙΠΙΣΧΝΕΟΜΑΙ, ΟΜΝΥΜΙ, ΔΗΛΟΩ

Etymology: The verb ἐπαγγέλλομαι (epangellomai) is derived from the prefix ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'to', and the verb ἀγγέλλω (angello), meaning 'to announce' or 'to proclaim'. The combination signifies an announcement or proclamation directed towards someone or something, leading to the meaning of promising or professing.

G5244

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: hoo-per-ay-fah-NEE-sah-san

Translations: having been arrogant, having been proud, having acted proudly

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having been arrogant' or 'having acted proudly'. It describes an action completed in the past, and the subject of that action is feminine. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, or like an adverb, describing how an action was performed.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΑΛΑΖΟΝΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΥΧΑΟΜΑΙ

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.

G0007

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: beh-reh-NEE-kees

Translations: of Berenice

Notes: This is a proper noun, the name of a woman, specifically Berenice. It is often associated with several queens and princesses of the Ptolemaic dynasty in ancient Egypt, as well as other notable women in the Greco-Roman world. In this form, it indicates possession or origin.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Etymology: The name Berenice is of Macedonian Greek origin, meaning 'bringer of victory' or 'victory-bearer'. It is derived from the Greek words φέρω (pherō, 'to bring') and νίκη (nikē, 'victory').

G1014

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: boo-loh-MEH-nee

Translations: wishing, desiring, intending, purposing, wanting, a wishing, a desiring

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'βούλομαι' (boulomai), meaning 'to wish' or 'to desire'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action or state of the subject. In this form, it indicates a feminine subject who is in the act of wishing, desiring, or intending something. It can be translated as 'wishing', 'desiring', or 'intending', often implying a deliberate or considered desire.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Singular, Feminine, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΘΕΛΟΥΣΑ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΟΥΣΑ

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'.

G2570

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KAL-los

Translations: beauty, a beauty, splendor, glory

Notes: This word refers to beauty, splendor, or glory. It is often used to describe physical attractiveness or the magnificent appearance of something. It can also refer to the inherent excellence or glory of a person or thing. In the provided examples, it is used to describe the beauty of gold, the splendor of God's glory, and the beauty of Jerusalem.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΩΡΑΙΟΤΗΣ, ΕΥΠΡΕΠΕΙΑ, ΔΟΞΑ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΛΛΟΣ derives from the adjective καλός (kalos), meaning 'beautiful, good'. It refers to the quality or state of being beautiful.

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-reh-KAH-lei

Translations: he was calling alongside, he was exhorting, he was comforting, he was urging, he was appealing, he was entreating

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect active indicative form of the verb παρακαλέω (parakaleō). It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past. It means to call someone to one's side, to summon, to invite, to encourage, to exhort, to comfort, to console, to appeal to, or to entreat.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΕΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΑΚΛΗΤΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΙΝΕΩ

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: pa-RAH

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΣΥΝ

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

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KEE-ness

Translations: of that, of her

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΥΤΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

G3633

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: OY-oh-MEH-nos

Translations: thinking, supposing, imagining, believing

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to think' or 'to suppose'. It describes someone who is currently thinking, supposing, or imagining something. It is often used to indicate a person's belief or opinion about a situation.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΙΖΩ, ἩΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΔΟΚΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΟἼΟΜΑΙ (oiomai) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the root *oi- meaning 'to think' or 'to suppose'.

G3756

Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle

Sounds like: OOK

Translations: not, no

Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express absolute negation. It typically precedes verbs, adjectives, or adverbs to deny or contradict a statement. It is used when the negation is a statement of fact, as opposed to a hypothetical or willed negation. It has variant forms like οὐ (ou) before a consonant and οὐχ (ouch) before a rough breathing.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΉ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'not'. It is an ancient negative particle found in various Indo-European languages.

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.

G0984

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eb-LAP-ten

Translations: he was harming, it was harming, he was hurting, it was hurting, he was injuring, it was injuring

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect active indicative form of the verb βλάπτω (blaptō), meaning 'to harm,' 'to hurt,' or 'to injure.' The imperfect tense indicates an ongoing or repeated action in the past. It describes what someone or something was doing over a period of time, or a customary action in the past. For example, 'he was harming' or 'it was injuring.'

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

Synonyms: ΑΔΙΚΕΩ, ΛΥΜΑΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΚΟΠΟΙΕΩ

G3845

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-ra-BEE-nai

Translations: to transgress, to violate, to go beyond, to pass over, to step aside

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'παραβαίνω' (parabainō). It means 'to transgress,' 'to violate,' or 'to go beyond' a boundary, rule, or command. It is often used in contexts of breaking laws or commandments, or stepping outside of what is permitted or proper. For example, one might 'παραβῆναι' a law or a covenant.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΘΕΤΕΩ, ΠΑΡΑΠΙΠΤΩ, ΠΑΡΑΚΟΥΩ

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.

G3965

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pat-ree-AH

Translations: family, clan, lineage, ancestry, a family, a clan

Notes: This word refers to a family, clan, or lineage, emphasizing the descent from a common father or ancestor. It can denote a group of people related by blood, a tribe, or a nation. It is often used in contexts describing genealogical lines or the divisions of a people.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΟΣ, ΦΥΛΗ, ΟΙΚΟΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word πατήρ (patēr), meaning 'father'. It refers to a group descended from a common father or ancestor.

G3551

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: NOH-mee-mah

Translations: lawful, legal, customary, ordinances, statutes, laws, a lawful thing, lawful things

Notes: This word refers to things that are lawful, legal, or customary. It can describe actions or objects that are in accordance with established law, custom, or tradition. When used as a noun, it often refers to specific laws, statutes, or ordinances.

Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΟΙ, ΔΙΚΑΙΑ, ΕΝΤΟΛΑΙ

Etymology: The word derives from the Greek word ΝΟΜΟΣ (nomos), meaning 'law' or 'custom'.

G3982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PEY-theh-tai

Translations: he is persuaded, he obeys, he trusts, he yields, he submits

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to be persuaded, to obey, or to trust. It describes the action of someone being convinced by another, or of submitting to authority or advice. It can also imply a sense of reliance or confidence in someone or something. It is often used in contexts where one person is influenced by or complies with another.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ, ΠΙΣΤΕΥΩ, ΕΙΚΩ

G5088

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: teh-KOO-sah

Translations: having given birth, mother, she who bore, a mother

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'τίκτω' (tiktō), meaning 'to give birth' or 'to bear'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed. When used substantively, it refers to the person who performed the action, specifically 'the one who gave birth' or 'a mother'. It is often used to refer to a biological mother.

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

Synonyms: ΜΗΤΗΡ

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.

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.

G3778

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OO-tos

Translations: this, that, he, she, it, these, those, this one, that one

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun, meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something or someone that is near, or has just been mentioned. It can function as a substantive (e.g., 'he', 'she', 'it', 'this one') or as an adjective modifying a noun (e.g., 'this man', 'these things'). It often refers to something immediately present or recently discussed in the discourse.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΤΟΣ is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be an ancient demonstrative pronoun in Greek, possibly related to other Indo-European demonstratives.

G1607

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ek-PEER-oh-sin

Translations: conflagration, destruction by fire, a conflagration

Notes: This word refers to a burning up or a conflagration, often implying a complete destruction by fire. It is used to describe a universal burning or the final destruction of the world by fire, a concept found in Stoic philosophy and sometimes alluded to in eschatological contexts.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΚΑΥΣΙΣ, ΕΜΠΡΗΣΜΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb ἐκπυρόω (ekpyroō, "to burn up"), which is formed from ἐκ (ek, "out of, from") and πυρόω (pyroō, "to set on fire"), derived from πῦρ (pyr, "fire").

G3735

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-ROOS

Translations: (of) mountain, (of) a mountain, (of) hill, (of) a hill

Notes: ὈΡΟΥΣ is the genitive singular form of the Koine Greek noun ὈΡΟΣ, which means 'mountain' or 'hill'. As a genitive form, it typically indicates possession, origin, or separation, often translated as 'of a mountain' or 'from a mountain'. It can refer to a literal elevated landmass or be used metaphorically.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly pre-Greek. It refers to a natural elevation of the earth's surface.

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'.

G0278

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-fah-NEE-sthee

Translations: was made to disappear, was destroyed, vanished, perished, was consumed

Notes: This word describes something that has been made to disappear, has vanished, or has been destroyed. It is in the passive voice, indicating that the subject of the verb is acted upon, either by an external force or by its own nature, resulting in its disappearance or destruction. It can refer to physical objects, resources, or even abstract concepts.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ΕΞΑΛΕΙΦΩ

Etymology: The word ἀφανίζω (aphanizō) comes from the Greek prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'not' or 'without', and φαίνω (phainō), meaning 'to show' or 'to appear'. Thus, it literally means 'to make not appear' or 'to make invisible'.

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'.

G1213

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: day-LOH-soh

Translations: I will show, I will make clear, I will declare, I will reveal, I will make known

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to make something clear, evident, or known. It is used to express the action of revealing, explaining, or demonstrating something to someone. In this specific form, it indicates a future action, meaning 'I will show' or 'I will make clear'.

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Future, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΦΑΝΕΡΩΣΩ, ΓΝΩΡΙΣΩ, ΑΠΟΚΑΛΥΨΩ

Etymology: The word ΔΗΛΟΩ comes from the adjective ΔΗΛΟΣ (DELOS), meaning 'visible' or 'clear'. It signifies the act of making something visible or clear.

G3739

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Conjunction

Sounds like: HOS

Translations: who, which, what, that, as, how, when

Notes: The word 'ΟΣ' is a versatile relative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'who,' 'which,' or 'that,' depending on the context and the gender, number, and case it agrees with. It introduces a relative clause, linking it to a preceding noun or pronoun. It can also function as a conjunction, meaning 'as,' 'how,' or 'when,' indicating manner or time.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The word 'ΟΣ' is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has been a fundamental part of the Greek language's grammatical structure for millennia, serving to connect clauses and introduce relative information.

G2304

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: THAY-oss

Translations: divine, godly, a divine

Notes: This word describes something as divine, godly, or pertaining to God. It is used to characterize things, persons, or actions that are considered to be of divine origin, nature, or quality. For example, it can describe a divine law, a godly person, or a divine act.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

Synonyms: ΘΕΟΠΡΕΠΗΣ, ΘΕΟΦΙΛΗΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word θεός (theos), meaning 'God'. It refers to anything that is related to or characteristic of God or a deity.

G2029

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-khee-REH-oo-sah-sah

Translations: having remained a widow, having continued a widow, having lived as a widow

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from 'ἐπί' (upon, in addition) and 'χηρεύω' (to be a widow). It describes the action of continuing or remaining in a state of widowhood for a period of time. It implies a prolonged or persistent state of being a widow.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΗΡΕΥΩ

Etymology: The verb ἐπιχηρεύω (epichēreúō) is derived from ἐπί (epí, 'upon, in addition') and χηρεύω (chēreúō, 'to be a widow'), which itself comes from χήρα (chḗra, 'widow').

G5345

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: FEE-mays

Translations: of a report, of a rumor, of a saying, of a fame, of a reputation

Notes: This word refers to a report, rumor, or a saying that is widely circulated. It can also denote fame or reputation. It is used to describe information that spreads among people, often without a confirmed source, or the public perception of someone or something.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΚΟΗ, ΛΟΓΟΣ, ΚΛΕΟΣ

Etymology: From φημί (phēmi, "to say, speak"), from Proto-Indo-European *bʰeh₂- ("to speak, tell, say").

G1907

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ep-is-KHOO-sase

Translations: holding, holding back, restraining, occupying, applying, attending, stopping, delaying, continuing, enduring

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'epechō', which means to hold upon, hold back, or apply oneself to something. It can describe an action of restraining, occupying a place, or giving attention to a matter. In context, it often implies a state of holding on, continuing, or delaying.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΣΥΝΕΧΩ, ΚΩΛΥΩ

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.

G4920

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-EYE-ay

Translations: may understand, may comprehend, may perceive, may consider

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to understand' or 'to comprehend'. It is used to express a wish or a potential action, suggesting that someone 'may' or 'might' understand something. It implies a mental grasp or perception of information.

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

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ, ΝΟΕΩ

Etymology: The word συνίημι is a compound verb formed from the preposition σύν (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ἵημι (hiēmi), meaning 'to send' or 'to throw'. The combination suggests 'sending together' or 'bringing together' in the mind, leading to the meaning of understanding or comprehending.

G3982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PEI-thei

Translations: he persuades, she persuades, it persuades, he trusts, she trusts, it trusts, he obeys, she obeys, it obeys

Notes: This word means to persuade, to convince, or to win over. It can also mean to trust or to obey, especially in the perfect tense (πεποιθέναι) where it signifies a state of having been persuaded, hence trusting or being confident. It is used to describe the act of influencing someone's opinion or actions, or the state of being convinced or compliant.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΘΑΡΧΕΩ, ΠΕΙΘΟΜΑΙ, ΠΕΙΘΩ

G0935

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: bah-see-LEHFS

Translations: king, a king, ruler, sovereign

Notes: This word refers to a king or a ruler, someone who holds supreme authority over a territory or people. It is commonly used to denote a monarch or sovereign. In a sentence, it would function as a noun, often as the subject or object, indicating the person in power.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΗΓΕΜΩΝ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ

Etymology: From an uncertain root, possibly related to a word meaning 'base' or 'foundation', suggesting one who stands at the foundation of power or authority. It has been used since ancient Greek times to refer to a monarch.

G4061

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: peh-ree-teh-MO-meh-non

Translations: having been circumcised, circumcised

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle derived from the verb 'περιτέμνω' (peritemnō), meaning 'to circumcise'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing a state or action that has been completed in the past and whose subject has undergone the action. It refers to someone or something that has already undergone the act of circumcision.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Neuter, Singular, Nominative or Accusative

G71

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-gah-GESS-thai

Translations: to lead, to bring, to take, to carry, to marry, to bring in, to bring up

Notes: This is the aorist middle infinitive form of the verb 'ἄγω' (agō). It generally means 'to lead' or 'to bring'. In the middle voice, it can often imply 'to bring for oneself' or 'to take for oneself', which in certain contexts, especially when referring to a woman, translates to 'to marry' or 'to take as a wife'. It can also mean 'to carry' or 'to bring up' (as in raising children).

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΦΕΡΩ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G4171

Part of Speech: Noun, Proper Noun

Sounds like: POH-leh-mohn

Translations: war, battle, fight, of wars, of battles, of fights, Polemon

Notes: This word can refer to a war, battle, or fight. It is often used in the plural to refer to multiple conflicts. It can also be used as a proper noun, referring to the personal name Polemon. In the provided examples, it appears both as a common noun in the genitive plural (meaning 'of wars') and potentially as a proper noun (Polemon).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative (Proper Noun); Plural, Genitive (Common Noun)

Synonyms: ΜΑΧΗ, ΕΡΙΣ, ΑΓΩΝ

G3982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PEIS-thay

Translations: he was persuaded, she was persuaded, it was persuaded, he was convinced, she was convinced, it was convinced, he obeyed, she obeyed, it obeyed

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to be persuaded,' 'to be convinced,' or 'to obey.' It is used to describe someone who has been convinced by an argument or has yielded to a command or influence. It is a compound word formed from the prefix 'ἐπι-' (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'in addition to,' and the verb 'πείθω' (peithō), meaning 'to persuade' or 'to trust.'

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΠΕΙΘΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ, ΠΙΣΤΕΥΩ

G3122

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: MA-lis-TA

Translations: especially, most, indeed, yes, certainly, above all

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'especially,' 'most,' or 'above all.' It is often used to emphasize a particular point or item in a list. It can also be used as a strong affirmation, meaning 'yes,' 'certainly,' or 'indeed.'

Inflection: Superlative form of ΜΑΛΑ; Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΑΛΛΟΝ, ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΩΣ

Etymology: From the adverb ΜΑΛΑ (mala), meaning 'very' or 'much.' ΜΑΛΙΣΤΑ is its superlative form, indicating 'most' or 'very much so.'

G3376, G3378

Part of Speech: Noun, Adverb

Sounds like: MAYN

Translations: month, a month, surely, indeed, truly, certainly

Notes: This word has two primary meanings in Koine Greek. As a noun (G3378), it refers to a 'month', a period of time. As an adverb (G3376), it functions as an emphatic particle, meaning 'surely', 'indeed', 'truly', or 'certainly', often used to confirm or emphasize a statement. It can also be used in questions to expect a positive answer.

Inflection: Noun: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, Genitive, Dative; Adverb: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΣ, ΑΛΗΘΩΣ, ΟΝΤΩΣ

Etymology: The noun 'ΜΗΝ' (month) comes from Proto-Indo-European, referring to the moon and its cycle. The adverb 'ΜΗΝ' (surely) is also of uncertain but ancient origin, possibly related to particles of affirmation.

G4183

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: PO-loo

Translations: much, many, great, greatly, often, a lot

Notes: This word is commonly used to indicate a large quantity, degree, or frequency. As an adverb, it means 'much,' 'greatly,' or 'often,' modifying verbs or adjectives. As an adjective, it means 'much' (for singular nouns) or 'many' (for plural nouns), describing the quantity of something. It can also mean 'great' in terms of size or importance.

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΛΑ, ΠΛΕΙΟΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'much' or 'many'. It is a very common word across various Indo-European languages.

G4887

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-eh-MEH-nen

Translations: remained with, continued with, endured with, abode with

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the prefix ΣΥΝ (SYN), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΜΕΝΩ (MENO), meaning 'to remain' or 'to abide'. Therefore, it means 'to remain with' or 'to continue together with'. It describes the act of staying or enduring in company with someone or something, or for a certain duration. It is used to indicate persistence or continuation in a shared state or location.

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΝΩ, ΠΑΡΑΜΕΝΩ, ΔΙΑΜΕΝΩ

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: DEE

Translations: through, by means of, on account of, because of, 14

Notes: This word is most commonly an elided form of the preposition ΔΙΑ (dia), meaning 'through', 'by means of', 'on account of', or 'because of'. It is used to indicate the means by which something is done or the reason for an action. It can also represent the Greek numeral 14, indicated by a keraia (a mark similar to an apostrophe) which is often omitted in transcription.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition or numeral)

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΥΠΟ, ΕΝΕΚΕΝ

Etymology: The preposition ΔΙΑ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'through' or 'apart'.

G192

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-koh-lah-SEE-ahn

Translations: licentiousness, wantonness, debauchery, unbridled lust, excess, profligacy, a licentiousness, a wantonness

Notes: This word refers to unbridled lust, wantonness, or licentiousness, often implying a lack of moral restraint and a readiness to indulge in excessive pleasures. It describes a state of being uncontrolled by moral principles, leading to a dissolute or profligate lifestyle. It is used here in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of an action.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΣΕΛΓΕΙΑ, ΑΚΡΑΣΙΑ

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.

G2641

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-LEI-pei

Translations: leaves behind, forsakes, abandons, remains, bequeaths

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'according to', and the verb λείπω (leipō), meaning 'to leave' or 'to lack'. It means to leave behind, abandon, forsake, or to cause to remain. It can also mean to bequeath something, like an inheritance. It is used to describe someone or something being left in a particular state or place, often with a sense of abandonment or remaining.

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

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΕΓΚΑΤΑΛΕΙΠΩ

G1485

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: EH-the-see

Translations: (to) customs, (by) customs, (with) customs, (to) habits, (by) habits, (with) habits, (to) manners, (by) manners, (with) manners

Notes: This word refers to a custom, habit, or manner of living or acting. It describes established practices or traditions within a community or among individuals. In the provided context, it is used in the dative plural, indicating 'by customs' or 'according to customs'.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΟΣ, ΤΡΟΠΟΣ, ΣΥΝΗΘΕΙΑ

Etymology: The word ἔθος (ethos) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *swedʰ- meaning 'custom, habit'. It is related to words signifying 'one's own' or 'peculiar to oneself'.

G525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pal-LAHK-toh

Translations: was being delivered, was being released, was rid of, was set free, had been delivered, had been released

Notes: This word is the imperfect indicative middle/passive third person singular form of the verb ἀπαλλάσσω (apallassō). It is a compound word formed from ἀπό (apo, meaning 'from' or 'away from') and ἀλλάσσω (allassō, meaning 'to change' or 'to alter'). The verb generally means to deliver, release, or set free from something, or to be rid of something. In the middle or passive voice, it indicates that the subject is being delivered or released, or has been delivered or released, from a state or condition, or is rid of something.

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

Synonyms: ἘΛΕΥΘΕΡΟΩ, ΛΥΩ

G2540

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: kahee-ROH

Translations: to time, to season, to opportunity, to a proper time, to a fixed time, to a due season, to a critical time

Notes: This word refers to a specific, opportune, or appointed time, often implying a critical or decisive moment. It is distinct from 'chronos' (χρόνος), which refers to chronological or sequential time. 'Kairos' emphasizes the qualitative aspect of time, focusing on the right or fitting moment for something to happen. It is used in contexts where a particular event or action is expected or appropriate.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΩΡΑ, ΧΡΟΝΟΣ

G3137

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: Mah-ree-AM-may

Translations: Mariamne, Mary, Miriam

Notes: This is a proper noun, a feminine personal name. It is a variant of the name Mary or Miriam, often specifically referring to Mariamne, the Hasmonean princess and wife of Herod the Great. It is used to identify a specific individual.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The name Mariamme is a Greek form of the Hebrew name Miriam (מִרְיָם), which is of uncertain origin but possibly means 'bitter' or 'rebellious', or 'beloved'. It is closely related to the name Mary.

G3868

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: pah-rah-ee-tee-SAH-meh-nee

Translations: having begged off, having refused, having declined, having excused oneself, having sought to avert, having deprecated

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'παραιτέομαι'. It describes an action that has already occurred, indicating that the subject has begged off, refused, or sought to avert something. It implies a past action of declining or excusing oneself from a situation or request. It is often used to describe someone who has made an appeal to be excused or to avoid something.

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

Synonyms: ΑΡΝΕΟΜΑΙ, ΑΠΟΤΡΕΠΟΜΑΙ, ΑΠΟΦΕΥΓΩ

Etymology: The word 'παραιτέομαι' is a compound word formed from 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'from', and 'αἰτέω' (aiteō), meaning 'to ask' or 'to beg'. Together, they convey the sense of asking to be excused from something or asking to avert something.

G4924

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-oh-KAY-seh

Translations: lived with, cohabited, dwelt with, married

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the prefix 'συν-' (syn-), meaning 'with' or 'together,' and 'οἰκέω' (oikeō), meaning 'to dwell' or 'to live.' Therefore, it means 'to live together with' or 'to cohabit.' In ancient Greek, it often implies a marital or domestic relationship, indicating that two or more people shared a household or lived as husband and wife. It describes the act of sharing a residence or forming a domestic partnership.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΟΙΚΕΩ, ΣΥΝΖΑΩ, ΣΥΝΟΔΕΥΩ

G4409

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: proh-TEH-oo-on-tee

Translations: (to) the one who is first, (to) the chief one, (to) the one who holds the first place, (to) the principal one

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the present active participle of the verb 'πρωτεύω' (prōteuō), meaning 'to be first' or 'to hold the first place'. It describes someone or something that is pre-eminent, chief, or holds a position of leadership or priority. It is used to indicate the recipient or beneficiary of an action, or the person/thing to whom something is directed, often translated with 'to' or 'for'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΩΤΟΣ, ΑΡΧΩΝ, ΗΓΕΜΩΝ

Etymology: The word πρωτεύω (prōteuō) comes from the Greek word πρῶτος (prōtos), meaning 'first' or 'foremost'.

G4149

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PLOO-too

Translations: of wealth, of riches, of abundance

Notes: This word refers to wealth, riches, or abundance. It is used to describe material possessions or a state of being rich. In this form, it is the genitive singular of the noun 'πλοῦτος', indicating possession or origin, often translated with 'of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΧΡΗΜΑΤΑ, ΠΕΡΙΟΥΣΙΑ, ΕΥΠΟΡΙΑ

Etymology: The word 'πλοῦτος' (ploutos) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *pleu- meaning 'to flow, to swim'. It is related to words signifying abundance or fullness.

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).

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-.

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: geh-NO-meh-non

Translations: having become, having happened, having been, having been born, that which has come into being, a thing that has happened

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ginomai', meaning 'to become' or 'to happen'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred. It can function as an adjective, describing a noun, or as a noun itself, referring to 'that which has come into being' or 'a thing that has happened'. It implies a state of being or an event that has taken place.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Participle, Nominative or Accusative, Singular, Neuter

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΣ, ΕΓΕΝΕΤΟ

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.

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”).

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-noo

Translations: of that, of that one, of him, of it, that one's, his

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the demonstrative pronoun/adjective 'ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ', meaning 'that' or 'that one'. In the genitive case, it indicates possession or origin, translating to 'of that', 'of that one', 'of him', or 'of it'. It can refer to a person or thing previously mentioned or understood from context, distinguishing it from something closer or more immediate.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word 'ἘΚΕΙΝΟΣ' is derived from the demonstrative particle 'ἘΚΕῖ' (there), indicating distance. It points to something or someone far off or distinct from the speaker and listener.

G0235

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: AL-lah

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΠΛΗΝ, ΟΜΩΣ

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

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'.

G1538

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-KAS-too

Translations: of each, of every, of everyone, of each one

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the adjective/pronoun 'each' or 'every'. It is used to refer to individual members of a group, emphasizing their distinctness. It can function as an adjective modifying a noun (e.g., 'of each man') or as a pronoun standing alone (e.g., 'of each one').

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Etymology: The word ΕΚΑΣΤΟΣ (hekastos) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the root *sek- meaning 'to cut' or 'to separate', implying 'each one separately'.

G5306