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G1992
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ep-is-toh-LEE
Translations: letter, an epistle, a letter, an epistle
Notes: This word refers to a written communication, a message sent from one person or group to another. It is commonly used in the context of official correspondence or personal letters.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΓΡΑΜΜΑ, ΒΙΒΛΙΟΝ
Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἐπιστέλλω (epistellō, “to send a message”), from ἐπί (epi, “upon, to”) + στέλλω (stellō, “to send, to prepare”).
G3708
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: o-ROH
Translations: I see, I look, I perceive, I behold, I experience
Notes: This word means to see, look at, perceive, or behold. It can refer to physical sight, but also to mental perception, understanding, or experiencing something. It is used to describe the act of observing or taking notice of something or someone.
Inflection: First Person Singular, Present, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ, ΕΙΔΩ
Etymology: From a prolonged form of a primary verb, probably of Hebrew origin. It is related to the concept of seeing or perceiving.
G2903
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: kra-TIS-teh
Translations: most excellent, most noble, most powerful, most mighty
Notes: This word is the vocative singular form of the superlative adjective 'κράτιστος'. It means 'most excellent' or 'most noble' and is often used as a title of high respect, similar to 'Your Excellency' or 'Most Honorable' in English. It is used when addressing someone of high rank or authority.
Inflection: Singular, Vocative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΑΡΙΣΤΟΣ, ΒΕΛΤΙΣΤΟΣ
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Sounds like: dee-OG-nay-teh
Translations: Diognetus, O Diognetus
Notes: This is a proper noun, a personal name, meaning 'divinely born' or 'of divine origin'. It is used here in the vocative case, indicating that the person named Diognetus is being directly addressed.
Inflection: Singular, Vocative, Masculine
Etymology: The name Διογνητος (Diognetos) is derived from two Greek words: Διός (Dios), the genitive form of Ζεύς (Zeus), meaning 'of Zeus' or 'divine', and γνήσιος (gnēsios), meaning 'genuine' or 'true-born'. Thus, it means 'divinely born' or 'of divine origin'.
G4704
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: hoo-per-es-poo-DAH-ko-tah
Translations: having greatly desired, having been very eager, having been very diligent
Notes: This word is a perfect active participle, meaning 'having greatly desired' or 'having been very eager/diligent'. It describes someone who has already completed an action of intense desire or diligence. It is a compound word formed from the prefix ΥΠΕΡ- (hyper-), meaning 'over, beyond, exceedingly', and the verb ΣΠΟΥΔΑΖΩ (spoudazo), meaning 'to be diligent, to make haste, to be eager'. The augment Ε- indicates past tense.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine, Perfect Active Participle
Synonyms: ΕΠΙΘΥΜΕΩ, ΖΗΛΟΩ, ΠΡΟΘΥΜΕΩ
G4571
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: SEH
Translations: you
Notes: ΣΕ is the accusative singular form of the second-person pronoun, meaning 'you' when it is the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition. It indicates the person to whom an action is done or directed.
Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Accusative
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is the accusative form of the second-person singular pronoun.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TANE
Translations: the
Notes: ΤΗΝ is the feminine singular accusative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun that is feminine in gender, singular in number, and in the accusative case, indicating it is the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions. For example, it would be used before a feminine singular noun like 'πόλιν' (city) when 'city' is the direct object.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Etymology: The Koine Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It evolved from an earlier demonstrative particle, becoming a grammatical marker for definiteness.
G2317
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: theh-oh-SEH-beh-ee-an
Translations: godliness, piety, reverence, a godliness, a piety, a reverence
Notes: This word refers to the quality of being godly or pious, demonstrating reverence and devotion towards God. It describes a person's attitude and actions that reflect a deep respect for divine things, often implying a life lived in accordance with religious principles.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΥΣΕΒΕΙΑ, ΕΥΛΑΒΕΙΑ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TONE
Translations: of the
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the definite article 'the'. It functions to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for plural nouns, similar to 'of the' in English. It can precede nouns of any gender.
Inflection: Genitive, Plural, All Genders (Masculine, Feminine, Neuter)
G5546
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KHRIS-tee-ah-NOHN
Translations: of Christians
Notes: This word refers to those who are followers of Christ, or adherents to the Christian faith. It is a compound word derived from 'Christos' (Christ) and a suffix indicating belonging or adherence. It is used to describe the community or group of believers.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΑΓΙΟΙ, ΠΙΣΤΟΙ
Etymology: The word ΧΡΙΣΤΙΑΝΟΣ (Christianos) is derived from ΧΡΙΣΤΟΣ (Christos), meaning 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah', with the Latin suffix -ianus, indicating adherence or belonging. It was first used in Antioch to describe the followers of Jesus.
G3129
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ma-THEIN
Translations: to learn, to understand, to be taught, to find out
Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'μανθάνω'. It means 'to learn' or 'to understand' something. It is often used to express the purpose or result of an action, indicating that someone is acquiring knowledge or information. For example, one might 'go to learn' or 'send someone to find out'.
Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active
Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *mn̥-dʰh₁- (to put one's mind to), related to English 'mind'.
G2532
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb
Sounds like: kahee
Translations: and, also, even, but, then
Notes: ΚΑΙ is a very common conjunction in Koine Greek, primarily meaning 'and' to connect words, phrases, or clauses. It can also function as an adverb, emphasizing a word or phrase with meanings like 'also' or 'even'. In some contexts, it can introduce a contrast, similar to 'but', or indicate sequence, meaning 'then'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The word ΚΑΙ is an ancient particle, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European. It has remained remarkably stable in form and function throughout the history of the Greek language.
G3849
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: PAH-noo
Translations: very, exceedingly, altogether, quite, entirely, completely
Notes: This word is an adverb used to intensify the meaning of an adjective or another adverb. It conveys a sense of completeness or high degree, similar to 'very' or 'exceedingly' in English. It can be used to emphasize the extent or quality of something.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΛΙΑΝ, ΣΦΟΔΡΑ, ΜΑΛΑ
Etymology: From the root ΠΑΣ (PAS), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It developed into an adverb indicating 'altogether' or 'completely'.
G4680
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: SAH-fohs
Translations: clearly, plainly, distinctly, evidently, certainly
Notes: This word is an adverb that describes an action or state as being done or existing in a clear, plain, or distinct manner. It emphasizes the lack of ambiguity or obscurity in something. It can be used to indicate that something is easily understood or perceived.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΔΗΛΩΣ, ΕΝΑΡΓΩΣ, ΦΑΝΕΡΩΣ
G1960
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: ep-ee-meh-LOHS
Translations: carefully, diligently, assiduously, accurately
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'carefully' or 'diligently'. It describes an action performed with great attention to detail and thoroughness. It can be used to emphasize the precision or earnestness with which something is done.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΑΚΡΙΒΩΣ, ΣΠΟΥΔΑΙΩΣ
Etymology: The word ἘΠΙΜΕΛΩΣ (epimelōs) is derived from the adjective ἘΠΙΜΕΛΗΣ (epimelēs), meaning 'careful' or 'diligent', which itself comes from the verb ἘΠΙΜΕΛΕΟΜΑΙ (epimeleomai), meaning 'to take care of'.
G4441
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: poon-THA-no-men-on
Translations: inquiring, learning, asking, finding out, a learning, an asking
Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb 'πυνθάνω', meaning 'to inquire', 'to learn by inquiry', or 'to find out'. It describes an action of seeking information or knowledge, often through questioning or investigation. It can be used to describe someone who is in the process of learning or asking about something.
Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Participle, Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΕΡΩΤΑΩ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ, ΖΗΤΕΩ
G4012
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: PEH-ree
Translations: about, concerning, around, for, on behalf of, with respect to, at, near
Notes: This word is a preposition that can take either the genitive or accusative case, and its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'about', 'concerning', 'for', or 'on behalf of'. When used with the accusative case, it usually indicates spatial 'around', 'about' (in the sense of movement or position), 'at', or 'near'. It can also be used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'around' or 'excessive'.
Inflection: Governs Genitive or Accusative case; Does not inflect itself
Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peri, meaning 'around, about'. It is cognate with English 'peri-' (as in 'perimeter') and Latin 'per'.
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TON
Translations: of them, their, of themselves
Notes: This word is a pronoun indicating possession or relation, specifically for a group of people or things. It is used to mean 'of them' or 'their', often referring back to a previously mentioned plural noun or pronoun.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, All genders
G5100
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: TEE-nee
Translations: to/for someone, to/for something, by someone, by something, with someone, with something, in what, to what, by what, a certain one, a certain thing, (to) what, (to) whom, (to) which
Notes: ΤΙΝΙ is the dative singular form of the indefinite and interrogative pronoun ΤΙΣ. As an indefinite pronoun, it means 'someone,' 'something,' 'a certain one,' or 'a certain thing,' indicating an unspecified person or object. As an interrogative pronoun, it means 'to whom,' 'to what,' 'by whom,' or 'by what,' asking about the recipient or agent of an action. Its meaning depends on the context, often indicating an indirect object or an instrument.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, All genders
Synonyms: ΤΙΣ, ΟΣΤΙΣ
G5037
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Particle
Sounds like: TEH
Translations: and, both, also, even, then, so, indeed
Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears after the word it modifies or connects. It functions as a conjunction, often translated as 'and' or 'both...and', connecting words, phrases, or clauses. It can also add emphasis or indicate a consequence, sometimes translated as 'also' or 'even'. When used in pairs (τε...τε or τε...καί), it means 'both...and'. It is less emphatic than 'καί' (kai) and often implies a closer connection or a more natural pairing between the elements it joins.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΔΕ, ΑΛΛΑ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kʷe, a clitic particle meaning 'and'. It is cognate with Latin -que and Sanskrit ca.
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: THAY-oh
Translations: (to) God, (for) God, a God
Notes: This is the dative singular form of the noun 'ΘΕΟΣ' (theos), meaning 'God' or 'a god'. It refers to the supreme being in a monotheistic context, or to a deity in a polytheistic context. When used in the dative case, it typically indicates the recipient of an action or the one for whom something is done, hence 'to God' or 'for God'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ
G3982
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: peh-poy-THOH-tes
Translations: trusting, having trusted, confident, relying, persuaded, having been persuaded
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ΠΕΙΘΩ', meaning 'to persuade' or 'to trust'. As a perfect active participle, it describes someone who has been persuaded or has come to trust, and therefore is in a state of confidence or reliance. It often takes a dative object, indicating what or whom one is trusting or relying upon.
Inflection: Perfect, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΠΙΣΤΕΥΟΝΤΕΣ, ΘΑΡΡΟΥΝΤΕΣ
G4459
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction
Sounds like: POHS
Translations: how, in what way, by what means, that, in order that
Notes: ΠΩΣ is an adverb used to inquire about the manner or means by which something occurs, translating to "how" or "in what way." It can introduce direct or indirect questions. It can also function as a conjunction, meaning "that" or "in order that," especially when expressing purpose or result.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΠΩΣ, ΩΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to demonstrative and interrogative pronominal stems.
G2356
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: thrays-KEV-on-tes
Translations: worshipping, serving God, practicing religion, performing religious duties
Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'θρησκεύω' (thrēskeuō), meaning 'to worship' or 'to practice religion'. It describes someone who is actively engaged in religious observance or service to God. It can be used to describe people who are performing religious duties or acting in a devout manner.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Masculine, Nominative, Plural
Synonyms: ΣΕΒΟΜΕΝΟΙ, ΛΑΤΡΕΥΟΝΤΕΣ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TON
Translations: him, it, himself, itself
Notes: This word is a third-person pronoun, typically meaning 'him' or 'it' when used as a personal pronoun. It can also be used intensively to mean 'himself' or 'itself', emphasizing the subject or object. It refers to a previously mentioned male person or a neuter object.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TON
Translations: the
Notes: This word is the masculine singular accusative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a particular masculine noun that is the direct object of a verb or preposition. For example, it would be used in phrases like 'he saw the man' or 'towards the God'.
Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Accusative
Etymology: The Greek definite article derives from Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronouns. It developed to function as a marker of definiteness in Greek.
G2889
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KOS-mon
Translations: world, a world, universe, an universe, adornment, an adornment, order, an order
Notes: This word refers to the world, the universe, or the created order. It can also mean adornment, decoration, or arrangement. In the New Testament, it often refers to humanity or the sinful world system, but can also refer to the physical world. As an accusative noun, it typically functions as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.
Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative
Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΜΕΝΗ, ΑΙΩΝ
G5237
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: hoo-per-o-ROH-see
Translations: they overlook, they disregard, they despise, they look down upon
Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'ὑπέρ' (hyper, meaning over or above) and the verb 'ὁράω' (horao, meaning to see). It means to look over or beyond something, implying a sense of overlooking, disregarding, or even despising. It is used to describe an action where someone intentionally or unintentionally fails to notice, or chooses to ignore or treat with contempt.
Inflection: Present Indicative, Active Voice, 3rd Person Plural
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΦΡΟΝΕΩ, ΑΘΕΤΕΩ, ΠΑΡΟΡΑΩ
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-tes
Translations: all, every, whole
Notes: This word means 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate the totality or completeness of a group or quantity, often referring to 'all' members of a set or 'every' single item. It can also mean 'whole' when referring to a single entity.
Inflection: Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: HOLOS
G2288
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: THAH-nah-TOO
Translations: (of) death, (of) a death
Notes: This word refers to the state of being dead, the cessation of life, or the end of existence. It is often used to describe physical death, but can also refer to spiritual death or separation. In a sentence, it would typically indicate possession or origin, such as 'the power of death' or 'delivered from death'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
Synonyms: ΑΔΗΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to die'.
G2706
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: kah-tah-froh-NOO-see
Translations: they despise, they scorn, they look down on, they disdain
Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb φρονέω (phroneō), meaning 'to think' or 'to have understanding'. Together, it means to think down upon someone or something, hence to despise or scorn. It is used to describe an action where a group of people shows contempt or disregard for something or someone.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Present Tense, Indicative Mood, Active Voice
Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡΟΡΑΩ, ΟΛΙΓΩΡΕΩ
G3777
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: OO-teh
Translations: neither, nor, and not
Notes: This word is a conjunction used to connect two or more negative clauses or phrases. It often appears in a correlative construction, meaning 'neither... nor'. For example, 'neither this nor that'. It emphasizes the complete absence or negation of all listed items.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΔΕ
Etymology: From the negative particle οὐ (ou, 'not') and the enclitic conjunction τέ (te, 'and'). It literally means 'and not'.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun
Sounds like: TOOS
Translations: the, them, those
Notes: ΤΟΥΣ is the masculine plural accusative form of the definite article or demonstrative pronoun 'ὁ'. As an article, it functions like 'the' in English, specifying a noun that is already known or has been previously mentioned. As a pronoun, it means 'them' or 'those', referring to a group of masculine individuals or things in the accusative case, indicating they are the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *so- (demonstrative pronoun).
G3543
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: noh-mi-ZO-meh-noos
Translations: supposed, esteemed, considered, believed, thought, a supposed, an esteemed, a considered, a believed, a thought
Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle, meaning 'being supposed,' 'being esteemed,' or 'being considered.' It describes something that is generally accepted or believed to be true, often in contrast to what is actually true. It functions like an adjective, modifying a noun, and indicates an ongoing state of being regarded in a certain way.
Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Accusative, Present, Middle or Passive
Synonyms: ΔΟΚΕΩ, ΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΥΠΟΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ
G5259
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: hoo-POH
Translations: under, by, from, with, subject to, at the hand of
Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies depending on the grammatical case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the dative case, it denotes a static position 'under' something. When used with the accusative case, it signifies motion 'under' or 'into subjection to'.
Inflection: Does not inflect, but governs the Genitive, Dative, and Accusative cases.
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'under'. It is cognate with English 'up' and 'over', showing a shared root related to position.
G1672
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: el-LAY-nohn
Translations: of the Greeks, Greeks
Notes: This word refers to people of Greek origin, culture, or language. It is used to distinguish them from other ethnic groups, such as Jews or Romans. In a sentence, it would typically be used to indicate possession or origin, as in 'the customs of the Greeks' or 'the land of the Greeks'.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine
Etymology: From an unknown root, possibly related to 'Ἑλλάς' (Hellas), referring to Greece. It denotes a person from Greece or of Greek descent.
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: theh-OOS
Translations: gods
Notes: This word refers to gods or deities. It is the plural form of 'god' and is used when referring to multiple divine beings. In a sentence, it would function as the direct object of a verb or the object of a preposition, indicating the recipients of an action.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΑΙΜΟΝΕΣ, ΚΥΡΙΟΙ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *dʰes-, meaning 'sacred, holy'. It is related to words for divine beings or sacred concepts in other Indo-European languages.
G3049
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: loh-GHEE-zon-tai
Translations: they reckon, they consider, they count, they think, they impute, they calculate
Notes: This word describes the act of reckoning, calculating, or considering something. It can refer to a mental process of thinking or evaluating, or a more concrete act of counting or computing. It is often used to mean 'to take into account' or 'to attribute' something to someone.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Present Tense, Indicative or Imperative
Synonyms: ΝΟΜΙΖΩ, ΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΚΡΙΝΩ
G2453
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ee-oo-DAH-ee-ohn
Translations: of Jews, of the Jews
Notes: This word refers to people from Judea or those who are adherents of Judaism. It is a plural noun in the genitive case, indicating possession or origin, often translated as 'of Jews' or 'belonging to Jews'. It can be used to describe the people, their customs, or their land.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine
G1175
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: day-see-day-mo-NEE-an
Translations: superstition, a superstition, religious fear, reverence
Notes: This word refers to superstition or religious fear. It is a compound word formed from 'δείδω' (deidō), meaning 'to fear', and 'δαίμων' (daimōn), meaning 'a deity' or 'a demon'. It can be used in a positive sense to mean reverence or respect for the divine, but more commonly in a negative sense to mean excessive or irrational fear of the gods, leading to superstitious practices. In the provided context, it refers to the superstitious practices of the Jews.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΔΕΙΛΙΑ, ΦΟΒΟΣ, ΕΥΛΑΒΕΙΑ
G5442
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: foo-LAS-soo-see
Translations: they guard, they keep, they watch, they observe, they protect
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to guard,' 'to keep,' 'to watch,' or 'to protect.' It is used to describe the action of someone or a group of people maintaining vigilance over something or someone, ensuring its safety or adherence to a rule. For example, it can refer to guarding a gate, keeping a law, or observing a custom.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person Plural
Synonyms: ΤΗΡΕΩ, ΦΡΟΥΡΕΩ, ΠΑΡΑΤΗΡΕΩ
G5100
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: TEE-nah
Translations: who, what, which, some, any, a certain one, something, anything
Notes: ΤΙΝΑ is an inflected form of the pronoun/adjective ΤΙΣ. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', 'anything', 'a certain one', or 'some'. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it is used in a question or a statement. It can function as both a pronoun standing alone or an adjective modifying a noun.
Inflection: Accusative Singular Masculine or Feminine, or Nominative/Accusative Plural Neuter
G5387
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: fee-los-tor-GHEE-ah
Translations: affection, natural affection, brotherly love, family love, tender affection, a tender affection
Notes: This word refers to a strong, natural affection, particularly the kind of love found within a family, such as the love between parents and children, or siblings. It emphasizes a deep, tender fondness and care. It is often used to describe a warm, familial bond.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΑΓΑΠΗ, ΦΙΛΙΑ, ΣΤΟΡΓΗ
Etymology: This word is a compound of two Greek words: ΦΙΛΟΣ (philos), meaning 'loving' or 'dear', and ΣΤΟΡΓΗ (storge), meaning 'natural affection' or 'family love'. It describes a love that is inherent or natural, especially within familial relationships.
G2192
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EKH-oo-see
Translations: they have, they possess, they hold, they are holding
Notes: This word means 'they have' or 'they possess'. It is the third person plural present active indicative form of the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), which means 'to have' or 'to hold'. It is used to indicate that a group of people or things currently possess or hold something.
Inflection: Third Person, Plural, Present, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΚΤΩ͂ΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΈΧΩ, ΚΈΚΤΗΜΑΙ
G4314
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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.
G240
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Part of Speech: Reciprocal Pronoun
Sounds like: al-LAY-loos
Translations: one another, each other
Notes: This word is a reciprocal pronoun, meaning 'one another' or 'each other'. It is used to indicate that the action of the verb is performed by each member of a group upon the other members. For example, 'they loved one another'. It is a compound word formed from the word ἈΛΛΟΣ (ALLOS), meaning 'other'.
Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine. Reciprocal pronouns do not have singular forms and are only found in the genitive, dative, and accusative cases.
G5101
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: TEE
Translations: what, why, what kind of, how much, something, anything, a certain thing
Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun 'τίς'. It can be used to ask 'what?' or 'why?', or to refer to 'something' or 'anything' in an indefinite sense. When used as an adjective, it means 'what kind of' or 'how much'.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Etymology: The word 'ΤΙ' originates from Proto-Indo-European, serving as the neuter singular form of the interrogative/indefinite pronoun.
G1211
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle
Sounds like: DAY
Translations: now, indeed, then, already, certainly, truly, come, go to
Notes: This word is an indeclinable particle used to give emphasis, urgency, or to mark a transition in discourse. It can express a sense of 'now' or 'already', or it can be used to urge someone to action, similar to 'come on' or 'go to'. It often adds a sense of immediacy or certainty to a statement.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΑΡΑ, ΓΕ, ΝΥΝ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient particle used to emphasize or urge.
G4218
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: PO-teh
Translations: at some time, ever, once, formerly, when, at any time, sometime
Notes: This word is an adverb that indicates a point in time, often indefinite. It can mean 'at some time' or 'ever,' referring to an unspecified past or future moment. It can also mean 'once' or 'formerly' when referring to a past event. In interrogative contexts, it means 'when?'. It is used to ask about or state the timing of an action or event.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΠΟΤΕΡΟΝ, ΠΟΤΕΡΟΣ
Etymology: From the interrogative stem *po- (related to 'who,' 'what') combined with the temporal suffix -te. It refers to an indefinite point in time.
G2537
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: KAI-non
Translations: new, fresh, a new, a fresh
Notes: This word describes something that is new in quality, fresh, or unprecedented, rather than new in terms of time (which would be 'neos'). It refers to something that is superior, different, or of a new kind. It can be used to describe new creations, new covenants, or new teachings.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΝΕΟΣ, ΠΡΟΣΦΑΤΟΣ
G3778
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Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective
Sounds like: TOO-toh
Translations: this, that, it, a this, a that
Notes: ΤΟΥΤΟ is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is the neuter singular form and can function as either the nominative or accusative case. As a pronoun, it refers to a specific thing or concept, often pointing it out. As an adjective, it modifies a neuter singular noun, indicating 'this' or 'that' particular noun. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'this thing' or 'that matter'.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΣ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos) is a demonstrative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. Its origin is ancient, deriving from Proto-Indo-European roots that conveyed the idea of proximity or pointing.
G1085
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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.
G2228, G3588
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Definite Article, Numeral
Sounds like: AY
Translations: or, the, 8
Notes: This word can function as a conjunction meaning 'or', indicating an alternative or choice between two or more options. It can also be the feminine nominative singular form of the definite article 'the', used to specify a feminine noun that is the subject of a sentence. The '̓' (coronis) indicates that this form is an elision, meaning it's a shortened form of a word like ἤ (e.g., when followed by a vowel). Additionally, the '̓' could be a keraia, indicating the numeral 8.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as conjunction or numeral); Singular, Nominative, Feminine (as definite article)
Etymology: The conjunction ἤ (e.g., from which Ἠ is an elision) is of uncertain origin. The definite article ἡ (from which Ἠ is an elision) comes from Proto-Indo-European. The numeral meaning is derived from the Greek letter eta (Η), which was used to represent the number 8.
G2039
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ep-ee-TAY-deoo-mah
Translations: practice, a practice, custom, a custom, pursuit, a pursuit, deed, a deed
Notes: This word refers to a practice, custom, or pursuit. It can describe an activity or a way of life. In many contexts, especially biblical ones, it carries a negative connotation, referring to wicked deeds, evil practices, or corrupt customs.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΠΡΑΞΙΣ, ΕΡΓΟΝ, ΕΘΟΣ
Etymology: This word comes from the verb ἐπιτηδεύω (epitēdeuō), meaning 'to pursue, practice, or cultivate'.
G1525
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eis-EEL-then
Translations: entered, went in, came in, came into, went into
Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to enter' or 'to go/come in'. It describes the action of moving from an outside location to an inside one. It is often used to indicate arrival or penetration into a place or state.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person Singular
Synonyms: ΕΙΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΣΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΙΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ
Etymology: The word εἰσέρχομαι (eiserchomai) is a compound verb formed from the preposition εἰς (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.
G1519
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: EES
Translations: into, to, for, unto, among, in, toward
Notes: This word is a preposition that primarily indicates motion towards or into something. It is always used with the accusative case, showing the destination or goal of an action. It can also express purpose, result, or the object of an action. For example, it is used to say 'go into the city' or 'believe into Christ'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The word ΕἸΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European *en-s, which is a locative adverb meaning 'in, into'. It is related to the English word 'in'.
G0979
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: BEE-on
Translations: life, a life, livelihood, a livelihood, property, a property
Notes: This word refers to life, especially in its physical sense, or the means by which one lives, such as one's livelihood or property. It can describe the duration of life, the manner of life, or the resources needed for life. In the provided examples, it is used to refer to one's entire life or the means of life.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΖΩΗ, ΨΥΧΗ
G3568
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: NOON
Translations: now, at present, at this time
Notes: ΝΥΝ is an adverb meaning 'now' or 'at present'. It refers to the current moment in time. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a conclusion in a discourse, indicating a shift to the present situation or a logical consequence.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΑΡΤΙ, ΗΔΗ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *nu, meaning 'now'. It is cognate with Latin nunc and English 'now'.
G3756
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle
Sounds like: OO
Translations: not, no
Notes: ΟΥ̓ is a negative particle used to express a factual negation. It typically negates verbs in the indicative mood, stating that something is not true or does not happen. It can also negate other parts of speech. When combined with ΜΉ (ou mē), it forms a very strong negation, meaning "by no means" or "never."
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΜΉ, ΟΥ̓Κ, ΟΥ̓ΧΊ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a fundamental negative particle in Greek.
G4387
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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'.
G0667
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-po-DEH-kho-mai
Translations: receive favorably, accept, welcome, approve, acknowledge
Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the prefix ἀπό (apo, 'from, away from') and δέχομαι (dechomai, 'to receive'). It means to receive someone or something with favor, to accept, welcome, or approve of it. It implies a positive reception or acknowledgment. For example, one might 'accept' a statement or 'welcome' a person.
Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Indicative, First Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΠΡΟΣΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ
Etymology: This word is a compound of the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb δέχομαι (dechomai), meaning 'to receive' or 'to take'. The combination implies receiving something fully or completely, often with a sense of approval or acceptance.
G1065
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Part of Speech: Particle
Sounds like: GEH
Translations: indeed, at least, even, certainly, truly
Notes: This word is an emphatic particle used to add emphasis or certainty to a statement. It can highlight a particular word or phrase, often conveying a sense of 'at least,' 'even,' or 'certainly.' It is frequently used to strengthen an assertion or to draw attention to a specific detail.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΔΗ, ΚΑΙ, ΜΕΝ
Etymology: The particle ΓΕ is of uncertain origin, possibly an ancient demonstrative particle.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: THAYS
Translations: of the
Notes: ΤΗΣ is the genitive, singular, feminine form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to indicate possession, origin, or relationship for feminine singular nouns. For example, 'the house of the woman' would use ΤΗΣ for 'of the woman'. It functions similarly to 'of the' in English.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Etymology: The Greek definite article 'Ο' (of which ΤΗΣ is an inflection) derives from a Proto-Indo-European demonstrative pronoun root. It evolved to function as a definite article in ancient Greek, marking nouns as specific or previously mentioned.
G4288
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: pro-thy-MEE-as
Translations: of eagerness, of readiness, of willingness, of zeal, of earnestness, of a ready mind
Notes: This word refers to a state of being eager, ready, or willing to do something. It denotes a prompt and earnest disposition, often implying enthusiasm or zeal. It is used to describe a positive attitude towards a task or a person, indicating a desire to act quickly and effectively.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΖΗΛΟΣ, ΕΥΝΟΙΑ, ΠΡΟΑΙΡΕΣΙΣ
G3778
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: TOW-tays
Translations: of this, of that
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos), meaning 'this' or 'that'. As a genitive feminine singular form, it indicates possession or origin, referring to a feminine noun that is either physically near or has been previously mentioned in the discourse. It functions similarly to 'of this' or 'of that' in English, specifying a particular item or concept.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΗΣ, ΤΗΣΔΕ
G3844
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: pah-RAH
Translations: from, by, with, beside, at, near, alongside, to
Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it typically means 'from' or 'from beside', indicating origin or agency. With the dative case, it means 'with', 'beside', or 'at', indicating proximity or presence. With the accusative case, it means 'alongside', 'to', or 'past', indicating motion towards or along something.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'beside', 'alongside'. It is cognate with English 'for' and 'from'.
G3588, G3778
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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun, Particle
Sounds like: too
Translations: of the, of him, of it, of this, to, in order to
Notes: This word is a form of the definite article 'the' or a demonstrative pronoun 'this/that'. It is most commonly used to indicate possession or relationship, translating as 'of the' or 'of him/it'. It can also be used before an infinitive verb to express purpose, meaning 'to' or 'in order to'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Etymology: The word 'Ο' (ho), from which 'ΤΟΥ' is derived, comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient word that has evolved to serve various grammatical functions in Greek.
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: THAY-oo
Translations: of God, of a God
Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'ΘΕΟΣ' (theos), meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, the genitive case often indicates possession, origin, or relationship, similar to the English 'of' or the possessive apostrophe 's'. Therefore, 'ΘΕΟΥ' typically translates to 'of God' or 'of a god', depending on the context. It can refer to the one true God or to a pagan deity.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine
G3588
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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.
G3004
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Part of Speech: Verb, Noun
Sounds like: LEH-gayn
Translations: to say, to speak, to tell
Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb 'λέγω' (legō), meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun, often translated as 'to say' or 'the act of saying'. It can be used in various constructions where an action is expressed as a concept or purpose.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΕΙΠΕΙΝ, ΦΗΜΙ
G0191
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-KOO-ayn
Translations: to hear, to listen, to obey, to understand
Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to hear' or 'to listen'. It can also carry the sense of 'to obey' when used in the context of listening to a command or instruction. It is often used to describe the act of perceiving sound or receiving information through the ears.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΧΩ, ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *h₂kowh₂- 'to hear'.
G2254
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: HEE-meen
Translations: (to) us, (for) us, us
Notes: This word is the dative plural form of the first-person plural pronoun 'we'. It is used to indicate the indirect object of a verb, meaning 'to us' or 'for us'. It can also signify possession or benefit/detriment for 'us'. For example, it might be used in a sentence like 'He gave the book to us' or 'This is good for us'.
Inflection: First Person, Plural, Dative
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to the first-person plural pronoun in other Indo-European languages.
G5524
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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)
Sounds like: kho-ray-GOON-tos
Translations: providing, supplying, furnishing, giving, bestowing, granting
Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'one who provides' or 'one who supplies'. It describes an ongoing action of furnishing or giving something, often abundantly. It can be used to describe someone who is currently providing resources, support, or aid.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter, Present, Active, Participle
Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΧΟΝΤΟΣ, ΔΙΔΟΝΤΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΣΧΟΝΤΟΣ
G0154
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ai-TOO-mai
Translations: I ask, I beg, I request, I demand
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to ask', 'to beg', 'to request', or 'to demand'. It is used when someone is making a petition or seeking something from another person, often with a sense of urgency or earnestness. It can be used in contexts ranging from a simple request to a strong demand.
Inflection: First Person Singular, Present Tense, Middle/Passive Voice, Indicative Mood
Synonyms: ΔΕΟΜΑΙ, ἈΞΙΟΩ
G1325
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: doh-THEE-nai
Translations: to be given, to be granted, to be bestowed
Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'δίδωμι' (didomi), meaning 'to give'. Therefore, 'δοθῆναι' means 'to be given' or 'to be granted'. It describes an action of receiving something without specifying who is doing the giving. It is often used in constructions where the subject of the main verb is the recipient of the action.
Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΕΙΝ, ΠΑΡΕΧΕΣΘΑΙ
Etymology: The word 'δίδωμι' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to give'. It is a reduplicated present tense verb, characteristic of many ancient Indo-European languages.
G1698
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: eh-MOY
Translations: (to) me, (for) me, (by) me, (with) me
Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the first-person personal pronoun 'I'. It indicates the indirect object of a verb, showing to whom or for whom an action is performed. It can also express possession, agency, or association, depending on the context and the preposition it might be used with.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Common Gender
Synonyms: ΜΟΙ
G3303
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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.
G2036
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ay-PINE
Translations: to say, to speak, to tell
Notes: This word is an aorist infinitive verb meaning 'to say', 'to speak', or 'to tell'. It is used to express the action of speaking or communicating something, often in a general sense without specifying the subject or object of the action. It can be used in various constructions, such as after verbs of commanding or desiring, or to express purpose.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΛΕΓΕΙΝ, ΛΑΛΕΙΝ, ΦΑΝΑΙ
Etymology: ΕἸΠΕΙΝ is the aorist infinitive of the verb ΕἸΠΩ, which is a suppletive aorist form used with the present tense verbs ΛΕΓΩ and ΦΗΜΙ. Its origin traces back to Proto-Indo-European roots related to speaking or declaring.
G3779
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: OO-tohs
Translations: thus, so, in this way, in such a way
Notes: This adverb indicates manner or degree, meaning 'in this way,' 'thus,' or 'so.' It can refer back to something previously mentioned or forward to something about to be stated. It often introduces a consequence or result, showing how something is done or to what extent.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΩΣ
Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun ΟΥΤΟΣ (OUTOS), meaning 'this' or 'that'.
G5613
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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.
G3122
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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.'
G0302
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Part of Speech: Particle
Sounds like: AHN
Translations: if, ever, might, would, should
Notes: This word is a particle used to express contingency, possibility, or potentiality. It does not have a direct English equivalent but modifies the meaning of the verb it accompanies, often indicating that an action is dependent on a condition or is hypothetical. It is frequently used with the subjunctive or optative moods to form conditional clauses or express indefinite temporal or relative clauses.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The origin of this particle is uncertain, but it is believed to be an ancient particle in Greek, possibly related to the concept of 'on' or 'up' in some contexts, though its primary function became conditional.
G0191
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-koo-SAN-tah
Translations: having heard, after hearing, when they heard, a hearer
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to hear'. It describes an action that has already occurred or is completed, indicating that someone 'having heard' or 'after hearing' something, then proceeds to do something else. It functions like an adjective or adverb, modifying a noun or verb to provide additional information about the circumstances of an action. For example, 'having heard the news, he departed'.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Participle, Accusative, Masculine, Singular
Synonyms: ΠΥΝΘΑΝΟΜΑΙ, ΜΑΝΘΑΝΩ
G0957
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: bel-TEE-oh
Translations: better, best, superior
Notes: This word is the comparative form of the adjective 'good' (ἀγαθός). It means 'better' or 'superior' and is used to compare two or more things, indicating that one is of higher quality or more advantageous than another. It can be used in various contexts to express improvement, preference, or a higher degree of excellence.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine
Synonyms: ΚΡΕΙΤΤΩΝ, ΑΜΕΙΝΩΝ
G1096
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ge-NEH-sthai
Translations: to become, to be, to happen, to come to pass, to arise, to be made, to be born
Notes: This word is the aorist middle infinitive form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai). It signifies the action of coming into being, happening, or being made. It can also mean to be born or to arise. As an infinitive, it often functions like 'to become' or 'to happen' in English, frequently used after verbs that express desire, ability, or necessity.
Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ
G4771
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: SOY
Translations: (to) you, (for) you, you
Notes: This is the second-person singular dative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'to you' or 'for you'. It can also simply translate as 'you' when the context implies a dative relationship, such as indirect object or a recipient of an action. It is used to indicate the person to whom something is given, said, or done, or for whom an action is performed. For example, 'I give to you' or 'I do this for you'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Second Person
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a very ancient pronoun, found across many Indo-European languages.
G191
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-KOO-sai
Translations: to hear, to listen, to understand
Notes: This is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'to hear'. It signifies the action of hearing or listening, often implying a completed or simple act of hearing, without emphasis on the duration of the action. It can also mean to understand or perceive through hearing.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΕΧΕΙΝ, ἘΝΩΤΙΖΕΣΘΑΙ
G3361
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Part of Speech: Particle, Adverb
Sounds like: MAY
Translations: not, lest, no, do not
Notes: ΜΗ is a negative particle used in Koine Greek to express a subjective negation. It is typically used with non-indicative moods (like the subjunctive, imperative, infinitive, or participle) to express prohibition, a condition, or a denial of something that is wished for or imagined. For example, it is used in commands like 'do not do this' or in clauses expressing fear or purpose, such as 'lest something happen'. It contrasts with 'οὐ' (ou), which negates objective facts.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The word ΜΗ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is an ancient negative particle that has been present in various forms across Indo-European languages.
G3076
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: loo-pee-THAY-nai
Translations: to be grieved, to be sorrowful, to be distressed, to be made sad
Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'λυπέω' (lypeō), meaning 'to grieve' or 'to cause sorrow'. As a passive infinitive, it means 'to be grieved' or 'to experience sorrow'. It describes the state of being affected by sadness or distress. It can be used in contexts where someone is caused to feel pain or sorrow, or simply to express the state of being sad.
Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΠΕΝΘΕΩ, ΣΤΕΝΑΖΩ, ΟΔΥΡΟΜΑΙ
G2036
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ee-PON-tah
Translations: having said, having spoken, saying, speaking
Notes: This is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having said' or 'having spoken'. It describes an action completed prior to the main verb of the sentence. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, indicating the circumstances or cause of the main action. For example, 'the one having said' or 'when he had said'.
Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Accusative Singular Masculine, or Nominative/Accusative Plural Neuter
Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩΝ, ΦΑΣΚΩΝ
Etymology: The aorist stem (εἰπ-) of this verb comes from a different root than its present stem (λεγ-). The aorist stem is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *wekw-, meaning 'to speak' or 'to say'.
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