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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'.
G1161
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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.
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)
G1494
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: ee-doh-loh-THOO-ton
Translations: things sacrificed to idols, idol sacrifices, meat sacrificed to idols, food offered to idols
Notes: This is a compound word referring to things that have been sacrificed to idols. It is often used in the context of food, particularly meat, that has been offered in pagan rituals. In the New Testament, it frequently appears in discussions about whether Christians should eat such food.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Neuter
G1492
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: OY-da-men
Translations: we know, we have known
Notes: This word means 'we know' or 'we have known'. It is the first person plural form of the verb 'oida', which means 'to know'. Although morphologically a perfect tense, 'oida' is used with a present meaning, indicating a state of knowing or having knowledge. It is used to express a certainty or understanding held by a group of people.
Inflection: First Person, Plural, Perfect Active Indicative (used as a present)
Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΟΜΕΝ, ΕΠΙΣΤΑΜΕΝ
G3754
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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.
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
G1108
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: GNO-sin
Translations: knowledge, a knowledge, understanding, a knowing
Notes: This word refers to knowledge or understanding, often implying a personal or experiential knowing rather than mere intellectual acquaintance. It can be used in various contexts to describe insight, recognition, or comprehension of facts, truths, or spiritual realities. It is often used in a general sense, but can also refer to specific knowledge.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΠΙΓΝΩΣΙΣ, ΣΟΦΙΑ, ΣΥΝΕΣΙΣ
G2192
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EKH-oh-men
Translations: we have, we hold, we possess, we are able, we are
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to have', 'to hold', or 'to possess'. It can also be used in a broader sense to mean 'to be able' or simply 'to be' in certain contexts, often implying a state or condition. It is used to indicate possession or a current state of being.
Inflection: First Person, Plural, Present, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΚΤΩΜΑΙ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΑΙ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ
G3588, G3739, G2228
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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.
G1108
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: GNO-sis
Translations: knowledge, a knowledge
Notes: This word refers to knowledge, understanding, or insight. It is often used in a general sense to denote intellectual apprehension or awareness, but in a religious context, it can refer to spiritual knowledge or discernment. It is a feminine noun.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΣΟΦΙΑ, ΕΠΙΓΝΩΣΙΣ
Etymology: From the verb γινώσκω (ginōskō), meaning 'to know' or 'to come to know'. It is related to the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵneh₃-, meaning 'to know'.
G5448
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: foo-see-OH-ee
Translations: puffs up, makes proud, inflates
Notes: This word describes the action of causing someone or something to become arrogant, conceited, or inflated with pride. It implies a swelling or puffing up, often in a negative sense, suggesting that knowledge or status can lead to an unhealthy sense of self-importance if not balanced by love or humility. It is typically used in the third person singular, as in 'knowledge puffs up'.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Present, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΟΙΔΕΩ, ΚΑΥΧΑΟΜΑΙ
G0026
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-GAH-pay
Translations: love, a love, charity
Notes: This word refers to a deep, unconditional, and benevolent love, often used in a spiritual or divine sense. It is a selfless and sacrificial love, distinct from other forms of love like eros (romantic love) or philia (friendship love). It can be used to describe God's love for humanity, or the love that believers should have for God and for one another.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΦΙΛΙΑ, ΕΡΩΣ
Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be pre-Greek. It gained prominence in Koine Greek, particularly in the Septuagint and New Testament, where it was chosen to translate the Hebrew word 'ahavah' and to describe a specific kind of divine and selfless love.
G3618
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: oy-ko-do-MEH-ee
Translations: to build, to construct, to edify, to restore, to rebuild
Notes: This word means to build a house or any structure. It can also be used metaphorically to mean to build up, strengthen, or edify a person or a community, fostering their spiritual or moral growth. It describes the act of creating or improving something through construction or development.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, Third Person Singular
Synonyms: ΚΤΙΖΩ, ΑΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ, ΣΥΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ
G1519, G1487, G1488
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Verb
Sounds like: E
Translations: into, to, for, unto, in, if, you are
Notes: This word is an elided form, indicated by the coronis (the apostrophe-like mark) at the end. It most commonly represents the preposition 'εἰς' (eis), meaning 'into, to, for', especially when followed by a vowel. It can also represent the conjunction 'εἰ' (ei), meaning 'if', or the verb 'εἶ' (ei), meaning 'you are'. In the provided examples, it functions as the preposition 'into' or 'to', indicating motion towards a place or object. It is used with the accusative case.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as an elided form); the original words it represents have their own inflections (e.g., 'εἰς' is a preposition and does not inflect; 'εἰ' is a conjunction and does not inflect; 'εἶ' is a verb, 2nd Person Singular, Present, Indicative, Active).
G5101
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Part of Speech: Interrogative Pronoun, Indefinite Pronoun, Interrogative Adjective
Sounds like: TEES
Translations: who, what, which, what kind of, someone, something, anyone, anything, a certain one, a certain thing
Notes: ΤΙΣ is a versatile pronoun and adjective in Koine Greek. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', or 'anything', often implying an unspecified person or thing. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it has an accent.
Inflection: Singular or Plural, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative. It is a highly inflected word.
Etymology: The word ΤΙΣ is an ancient Greek word, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages, indicating its long history and fundamental role in language.
G1380
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: doh-KEI
Translations: it seems, it appears, it is thought, it is decided, it is good, it pleases
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to seem', 'to appear', 'to think', 'to suppose', or 'to be thought good'. It is often used impersonally, meaning 'it seems' or 'it appears'. It can also convey the idea of something being decided or pleasing.
Inflection: Third person singular, Present, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΦΑΙΝΕΤΑΙ, ΕΟΙΚΕΝ
G1097
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eg-NOH-keh-nai
Translations: to know, to understand, to perceive, to learn
Notes: This word is the perfect active infinitive form of the verb 'to know'. It signifies a state of having come to know or having understood something, emphasizing the completed action and the resulting state of knowledge. It is used to express the idea of knowing or understanding in a general sense, often as the object of another verb.
Inflection: Perfect, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΟΙΔΑ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ
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.
G3768
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: OO-poh
Translations: not yet
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'not yet'. It indicates that an action or state has not occurred up to the present moment, but implies that it may happen in the future. It is often used to express a delay or an unfulfilled expectation.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΔΕΠΩ, ΟΥ̓ΚΕΤΙ
Etymology: This word is a compound of the negative particle ΟΥ̓ (ou), meaning 'not', and the enclitic particle ΠΩ (pō), meaning 'yet' or 'at all'.
G1097
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eg-NOH
Translations: knew, recognized, understood, perceived
Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō), meaning 'to know' or 'to come to know'. It describes an action of knowing or recognizing that occurred in the past, often implying a completed or definite act of gaining knowledge or understanding. It can be used in sentences like 'he knew' or 'she recognized'.
Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΟΙΔΑ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ
G2531
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction
Sounds like: KAH-thohss
Translations: just as, even as, according as, as, exactly as, in proportion as, like, according to, inasmuch as
Notes: This is a compound word formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down' or 'according to') and the adverb ὡς (hōs, meaning 'as' or 'how'). It functions as an adverb or conjunction, primarily used to introduce a comparison, indicating that something is done or happens in the same way as something else. It can also express correspondence or proportion, meaning 'inasmuch as' or 'to the extent that'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑ
Etymology: From the Greek preposition κατά (kata, 'down, according to') and the adverb ὡς (hōs, 'as, how').
G1163
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Part of Speech: Impersonal Verb
Sounds like: DEH-ee
Translations: it is necessary, one must, it is proper, it behooves
Notes: This is an impersonal verb meaning 'it is necessary' or 'one must'. It expresses a strong sense of obligation, necessity, or inevitability. It is often used with an infinitive to indicate what must be done or what is destined to happen.
Inflection: Impersonal, 3rd person singular, Present, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΧΡΗ, ΑΝΑΓΚΗ ΕΣΤΙΝ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *deyh₂- (to shine, to gleam), which developed into the sense of 'to be visible, to appear', and then 'to be proper, to be necessary'.
G1097
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: gno-NAI
Translations: to know, to understand, to perceive, to learn, to recognize
Notes: This is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō), meaning 'to know'. It expresses the action of knowing or coming to know in a general sense, without specifying the time of the action. It is often used as the object of another verb or as a complement to an adjective, indicating purpose or result, such as 'to be able to know' or 'for the purpose of knowing'.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΟΙΔΑ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ
G0025
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-ga-PAH
Translations: loves, he loves, she loves, it loves
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to love' or 'to have affection for'. It is used to describe the action of loving, often in a deep, unconditional, or benevolent sense. In the provided examples, it describes God's love and the act of loving mercy.
Inflection: Present, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular
Synonyms: ΦΙΛΕΩ, ΕΡΑΣΘΑΙ
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.
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: theh-ON
Translations: God, a God
Notes: This word refers to God, a god, or a deity. It is used as the direct object in a sentence, indicating the recipient of an action or the one being referred to. For example, one might 'worship God' (where 'God' would be in the accusative case).
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ
G3778
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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.
G1097
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: eg-NOH-stai
Translations: it has been known, it is known, it has become known, it is made known
Notes: This word is the third person singular perfect passive indicative form of the verb 'γινώσκω' (ginōskō), meaning 'to know'. It indicates an action that was completed in the past and has ongoing results in the present. Therefore, it means 'it has been known' or 'it is known' (as a result of having been known). It describes a state of knowledge that has been established.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Perfect, Passive, Indicative
Synonyms: ΟΙΔΑ, ΕΠΙΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, related to the English word 'know'.
G5259
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix
Sounds like: HOOP
Translations: under, by, with, from, at, through, in, of
Notes: This word is a common Greek preposition and prefix. As a preposition, it typically means 'under' or 'below', but its meaning can vary significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often indicates the agent or cause ('by', 'from'). With the accusative case, it can indicate motion towards a place ('under', 'to'). As a prefix, it means 'under', 'below', 'less than', or 'secretly', as seen in compound words like 'υποκάτω' (underneath). The form 'ΥΠ' is a common truncation of 'ΥΠΟ' when it acts as a prefix, especially before a vowel, or as part of a compound word.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a preposition or prefix)
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑ, ΕΠΙ
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: ow-TOO
Translations: (of) him, his, (of) it, its
Notes: This word is a third-person pronoun. In this genitive singular form, it typically means 'of him,' 'his,' 'of it,' or 'its,' indicating possession or origin. It can refer to a male person or a neuter object/concept.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Etymology: The word ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ (autos) is of uncertain origin, possibly from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'self'. It is an ancient Greek word that has been in continuous use.
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.
G1035
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: BROH-seh-ohs
Translations: of food, of eating, of meat, of an act of eating
Notes: This word refers to the act of eating, or to the food itself, especially solid food. It can also denote the process of consumption or decay. In a sentence, it would typically describe something related to sustenance or the act of consuming it.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΤΡΟΦΗΣ, ΕΔΕΣΜΑΤΟΣ
G3767
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Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb
Sounds like: OON
Translations: therefore, then, so, consequently, accordingly, now, indeed
Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a logical consequence, transition, or emphasis. It often connects a statement to what precedes it, meaning 'therefore' or 'consequently'. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a summary, translated as 'then' or 'now'. In some contexts, it adds emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'certainly'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ἈΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥ͂Ν
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *nu, meaning 'now' or 'then'. It is related to Latin 'nunc' (now) and English 'now'.
G3762
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: oo-DEN
Translations: nothing, none, not any, no one
Notes: This word is a negative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'nothing' or 'no one' when used as a pronoun, and 'not any' or 'no' when used as an adjective. It is a compound word formed from the negative particle οὐ (ou, 'not') and the indefinite pronoun εἷς (heis, 'one'). It is used to express absolute negation.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΜΗΔΕΝ, ΟΥ̓ΔΕΝΟΣ
G1497
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ee-DOH-lon
Translations: idol, an idol, image, an image, phantom, a phantom
Notes: This word refers to an image or representation, often specifically an image of a deity used for worship, hence an idol. It can also refer to a mere phantom or an unsubstantial appearance. In religious contexts, it typically denotes a false god or a material representation of one.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΑΓΑΛΜΑ, ΕΙΚΩΝ
Etymology: From the Greek word εἶδος (eidos), meaning 'form' or 'shape', referring to something seen or an appearance.
G1722
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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.
G2889
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KOH-smoh
Translations: to the world, for the world, to an adornment, for an adornment, to an order, for an order
Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'κόσμος' (kosmos). It refers to an orderly arrangement, an adornment, or the world itself, often implying the created universe or humanity. In its dative form, it typically indicates the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to' or 'for' the world, order, or adornment, depending on the context. It can also be used to indicate location or instrument.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΜΕΝΗ, ΑΙΩΝ
Etymology: The word 'κόσμος' (kosmos) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to the verb 'κοσμέω' (kosmeō), meaning 'to arrange, to order, to adorn'. It originally referred to order or arrangement, particularly in military or governmental contexts, and later came to mean 'adornment' or 'decoration'. From there, it evolved to describe the ordered universe, and by extension, the world.
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.
G3762
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Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective
Sounds like: oo-DACE
Translations: no one, nobody, nothing, none, no
Notes: This word is a compound negative pronoun or adjective, meaning 'no one,' 'nobody,' 'nothing,' or 'no.' It is formed from the negative particle 'οὐ' (not), the connective particle 'δέ' (but, and), and the numeral 'εἷς' (one). It is used to express absolute negation, indicating the complete absence of something or someone. When used as an adjective, it modifies a noun to mean 'no' or 'not any.'
Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΔΕΝ, ΜΗΔΕΙΣ
Etymology: The word ΟΥ̓ΔΕΙΣ is a compound of the negative particle ΟΥ̓ (not), the connective particle ΔΕ (but, and), and the numeral ΕΙΣ (one). It literally means 'not even one' or 'not one at all,' emphasizing a complete negation.
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: THEH-os
Translations: God, a God, Lord
Notes: ΘΕΟΣ (theos) is a singular noun meaning 'God' or 'a god'. In Koine Greek, it is frequently used to refer to the singular, supreme God, often with the definite article. It can also refer to a generic deity or even a human figure considered divine. It functions as a subject or object in sentences, depending on its case.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ
Etymology: The word ΘΕΟΣ is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root, though its precise origin is debated. It has cognates in various Indo-European languages.
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.
G1519, G1520
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral
Sounds like: EES
Translations: into, to, for, toward, among, in, a, an, one
Notes: As a preposition, ΕΙΣ (eis) indicates motion or direction towards a place, person, or purpose, often translated as 'into,' 'to,' or 'for.' It always takes the accusative case. For example, 'into the house' or 'to God.' It can also be used to express purpose or result. As a numeral, ΕΙΣ (heis) means 'one' and is the masculine nominative singular form, often translated as 'a,' 'an,' or 'one.'
Inflection: Preposition: Does not inflect. Numeral: Masculine, Nominative, Singular (other forms exist for other genders and cases).
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΝ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en-s, an extended form of the preposition *en (in).
G1063
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Part of Speech: Particle
Sounds like: gar
Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore
Notes: This word is a postpositive particle, meaning it typically appears second in a clause. It introduces a reason, explanation, or confirmation for what has just been stated. It can also indicate a logical consequence or a transition in thought, often translated as 'for' or 'because'. In some contexts, it can simply add emphasis or affirm a statement.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ
Etymology: The particle ΓΑΡ is believed to be a contraction of the particles γε (ge) meaning 'indeed' or 'at least' and ἄρα (ara) meaning 'then' or 'therefore'. It has been in use since ancient Greek.
G1487
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: eye-PER
Translations: if indeed, if perhaps, since, seeing that
Notes: This word is a compound conjunction formed from εἰ (if) and περ (indeed, very). It is used to introduce a conditional clause, often implying that the condition is true or likely to be true, or to emphasize the certainty of the condition. It can also convey a sense of 'since' or 'seeing that' when the condition is presented as a known fact.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΕἸ, ἘΑΝ
Etymology: From the Greek conjunction εἰ (if) and the particle περ (indeed, very).
G1510
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: EYE-sin
Translations: are
Notes: This word is the third person plural form of the verb 'to be'. It means 'they are' or 'there are'. It is used to describe the state or existence of multiple subjects, similar to how 'are' is used in English. For example, 'The men are here' or 'There are many books'.
Inflection: Third person, Plural, Present, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΟΥΣΙΝ, ΓΙΝΟΝΤΑΙ
G3004
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: leh-GOH-meh-noy
Translations: said, called, named, spoken, those who are said, those who are called, those who are named
Notes: This word is a present passive participle derived from the verb 'to say' or 'to speak'. It describes someone or something that is being said, called, or named. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, acting as a noun itself, often translated as 'those who are called' or 'the ones being said'.
Inflection: Present, Passive, Participle, Nominative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΑΛΟΥΜΕΝΟΙ, ΟΝΟΜΑΖΟΜΕΝΟΙ
Etymology: The word ΛΕΓΩ (legō) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to gather, collect, pick out, speak'. It is related to the English word 'lecture' and 'logic'.
G2316
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: theh-OY
Translations: gods
Notes: This word refers to multiple deities or divine beings. It is the plural form of 'god' and is used to speak about a group of gods, often in a polytheistic context, or sometimes in a general sense referring to divine powers.
Inflection: Nominative, Plural, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΑΙΜΟΝΕΣ, ΚΥΡΙΟΙ
G1538
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: EYE-teh
Translations: whether, or, either...or
Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce alternative possibilities. It often appears in pairs (eite... eite...) to mean 'either... or', but can also be used alone to mean 'whether' or simply 'or'. It connects clauses or phrases that present different options or conditions.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: Ἠ
Etymology: From the conjunction εἰ (ei), meaning 'if', and the particle τε (te), meaning 'and'. It combines these elements to express conditional alternatives.
G3772
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: oo-ra-NOH
Translations: (to) heaven, (in) heaven, (on) heaven, (to) sky, (in) sky, (on) sky, a heaven, a sky
Notes: This word refers to the 'heaven' or 'sky', often used in a singular sense to denote the celestial sphere or the dwelling place of God. It can also refer to the physical sky above the earth. As a dative case, it indicates the indirect object of an action, or location, often translated with prepositions like 'to', 'in', or 'on'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine
G1909
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Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb
Sounds like: eh-PEE
Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, concerning, during, by, beside, near, among, with respect to
Notes: This is a very common and versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it often means 'upon, over, on, at, in the time of, during, concerning, in the presence of'. With the dative case, it can mean 'upon, on, at, by, near, beside, in, for, in addition to, on the basis of, because of, in the time of, during, in the presence of, against'. With the accusative case, it typically means 'upon, on, to, against, over, for, with a view to, at, by, during, in the time of'. It can also function as an adverb meaning 'upon, besides, in addition'.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to similar prepositions in other Indo-European languages, conveying ideas of 'on, upon, over'.
G1093
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: GAYS
Translations: (of) earth, (of) land, (of) ground, (of) world, (of) country, (of) region
Notes: This word refers to the earth, land, or ground. It can denote the physical soil, a specific territory or country, or the entire planet. As a genitive form, it indicates possession, origin, or the material from which something is made, often translated with 'of' in English.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine
Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΑΓΡΟΣ
Etymology: The word ΓΗ (gē) comes from Proto-Hellenic *gā́, which itself is from Proto-Indo-European *ǵʰeh₁- ('earth').
G5618
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction
Sounds like: OH-sper
Translations: just as, as, even as, like, in the same way as
Notes: This word functions as a comparative adverb or conjunction, meaning 'just as' or 'even as'. It is used to introduce a clause that draws a comparison or analogy, indicating that something is happening or is true in the same manner or degree as something else. It emphasizes the similarity between two things or actions.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑΠΕΡ
Etymology: From the adverb ὡς (hōs, "as") and the particle περ (per, "indeed, very"), emphasizing the comparison.
G4183
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: pol-LOY
Translations: many, much, a lot of
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'many' or 'much'. It is used to describe a large quantity or number of something. For example, it can be used to say 'many people' or 'much time'. It often appears in the plural form to indicate a multitude.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΙΚΑΝΟΙ, ΠΛΕΙΟΝΕΣ
G2962
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KOO-ree-oy
Translations: lords, masters, sirs
Notes: This word refers to individuals who hold authority, power, or ownership over others or things. It can be used to address someone respectfully, similar to 'sir' or 'master', or to denote a group of people who are in charge or are owners.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΑΙ, ΑΡΧΟΝΤΕΣ
Etymology: From κύρος (kyros, 'supreme power, authority').
G0243
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Part of Speech: Prefix
Sounds like: ALL
Translations: other, another, different, foreign
Notes: This is a prefix form of the word 'ἄλλος' (allos), meaning 'other' or 'another'. It is used to form compound words that convey the idea of something being different, foreign, or belonging to another group. For example, 'ἀλλογενῶν' means 'of other races', 'ἀλλότριοι' means 'strangers' or 'foreigners', and 'ἀλλόφυλους' means 'foreigners' or 'of another tribe'.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix)
Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *alyos, meaning 'other, another'. It is related to Latin alius and English else.
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.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Letter
Sounds like: OH
Translations: the, who, which, O
Notes: Ο is primarily the masculine singular nominative form of the definite article 'the'. It is used to specify a noun, similar to 'the' in English. It can also function as a relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which', introducing a relative clause. Additionally, 'Ο' is the fifteenth letter of the Greek alphabet, Omicron, which corresponds to the short 'o' sound.
Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative (for the article/relative pronoun); Does not inflect (for the letter)
Etymology: The definite article 'Ο' derives from Proto-Indo-European. The letter 'Ο' (Omicron) is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'.
G3962
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: pa-TEER
Translations: father, a father, parent, ancestor
Notes: This word refers to a father, a male parent, or an ancestor. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to God as the Father of humanity or of believers. It is typically used in a nominative case when it is the subject of a sentence.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΗΤΩΡ, ΠΡΟΓΟΝΟΣ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'father'. It is a very ancient word found across many Indo-European languages.
G1537
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Part of Speech: Preposition
Sounds like: ex
Translations: out of, from, of, by, with
Notes: ἘΞ is a preposition that signifies origin, separation, or source. It always governs the genitive case. It can denote movement 'out of' a place, 'from' a point in time or a source, 'of' a material or composition, or 'by' an agent. It often implies a complete separation or a clear point of departure.
Inflection: Does not inflect; always takes the genitive case.
Synonyms: ΑΠΟ, ΕΚ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is cognate with Latin ex and English out.
G3756, G3757
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Relative Adverb, Relative Pronoun
Sounds like: OO
Translations: not, no, where, of whom, of which, when
Notes: This word, written without diacritics, can represent at least two distinct Koine Greek words. It most commonly functions as a negative particle (οὐ), meaning 'not' or 'no', used to express a direct and objective negation. It can also function as a relative adverb (οὗ), meaning 'where' or 'when', indicating place or time, or as a relative genitive pronoun, meaning 'of whom' or 'of which'. The precise meaning depends on the context and the original diacritics.
Inflection: Does not inflect (as a particle/adverb); Genitive, Singular, Masculine or Neuter (as a relative pronoun)
Synonyms: ΜΗ, ΟΠΟΥ
Etymology: The negative particle οὐ (ou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *ne, meaning 'not'. The relative adverb/pronoun οὗ (hou) comes from Proto-Indo-European *kʷo-, a pronominal stem.
G3588
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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.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAN-ta
Translations: all, every, everything, all things
Notes: This word means 'all' or 'every'. In its plural neuter form, as seen here, it often translates to 'all things' or 'everything'. It is used to indicate totality or universality, referring to a complete set or collection of items or concepts.
Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G1473
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: hay-MACE
Translations: we
Notes: This word is a first-person plural pronoun, meaning 'we'. It is used as the subject of a sentence or clause, indicating that the action is performed by the speaker and one or more other people. For example, 'we go' or 'we believe'.
Inflection: Nominative, Plural, First Person
Etymology: The word 'ΕΓΩ' (ego) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is a fundamental pronoun found across many Indo-European languages.
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'.
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
G2962
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Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective
Sounds like: KOO-ree-oss
Translations: Lord, a Lord, master, a master, owner, an owner, sir
Notes: This word refers to a person who has authority, control, or ownership over something or someone. It is frequently used in the New Testament to refer to God or Jesus Christ, signifying their supreme authority and sovereignty. It can also be used in a more general sense for a human master or owner.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΑΥΘΕΝΤΗΣ
Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ derives from the Greek word κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'supreme power' or 'authority'. It signifies one who possesses power and authority, thus a lord or master.
G2424
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun
Sounds like: ee-ay-SOOS
Translations: Jesus, Joshua
Notes: This is a proper name, transliterated from the Hebrew name Yeshua or Yehoshua. It refers to the central figure of Christianity, Jesus Christ, or to Joshua, the successor of Moses in the Old Testament. It is used to identify a specific individual.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative
Etymology: The Koine Greek name Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) is a transliteration of the Hebrew name יְהוֹשֻׁעַ (Yehoshua), meaning 'Yahweh is salvation' or 'Yahweh saves'. It is also related to the shorter form יֵשׁוּעַ (Yeshua).
G5547
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Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Noun
Sounds like: khree-STOSS
Translations: Christ, Anointed One, Messiah, a Christ, an Anointed One
Notes: This word refers to the 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. In the New Testament, it is predominantly used as a title for Jesus, identifying him as the promised Messiah. It can also be used more generally to refer to anyone who has been anointed, such as a king or priest.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ
Etymology: From the Koine Greek verb χρίω (chriō), meaning 'to anoint'. The noun form refers to someone who has been anointed, typically for a special office or purpose.
G1223
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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'.
G3756
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle
Sounds like: OOK
Translations: not, no
Notes: This word is a negative particle used to express absolute negation. It typically precedes verbs, adjectives, or adverbs to deny or contradict a statement. It is used when the negation is a statement of fact, as opposed to a hypothetical or willed negation. It has variant forms like οὐ (ou) before a consonant and οὐχ (ouch) before a rough breathing.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΜΉ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'not'. It is an ancient negative particle found in various Indo-European languages.
G3956
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: PAH-sin
Translations: to all, for all, with all, by all, in all
Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate totality or completeness, often modifying a noun to show that something applies to every member of a group or every part of a whole. In this dative plural form, it typically translates as 'to all', 'for all', 'with all', or 'in all', depending on the context.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ
G5100
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: TI-nes
Translations: some, certain ones, who, what
Notes: This word is an indefinite pronoun meaning 'some' or 'certain ones'. It can also function as an interrogative pronoun, asking 'who?' or 'what?' in the plural. Its meaning often depends on the context of the sentence.
Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine or Feminine
G3588
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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.
G4914
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: soon-AY-thee-ah
Translations: custom, habit, practice, a custom, a habit, a practice
Notes: This word refers to a custom, habit, or practice that is established through repeated action or tradition. It describes something that is commonly done or observed, whether by an individual or a community. It can be used to speak of a personal routine or a societal norm.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΘΟΣ, ΕΙΩΘΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΔΟΣΙΣ
Etymology: From σύν (syn, 'with') and ἔθος (ethos, 'custom, habit'), referring to something that is done together or has become a shared practice.
G2193
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Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb, Preposition
Sounds like: EH-ohs
Translations: until, while, as long as, up to, even to, as far as
Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a point in time or extent in space. It is commonly translated as 'until' or 'as long as' when referring to time, and 'up to' or 'as far as' when referring to space. It can also mean 'while' or 'during the time that', often introducing a temporal clause.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΜΕΧΡΙ, ΑΧΡΙ, ΠΡΙΝ
Etymology: From a prolonged form of a primary particle. It is an ancient Greek word with a long history of use in temporal and spatial contexts.
G0737
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: AR-tee
Translations: now, just now, immediately, recently, at this moment, presently
Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'now' or 'just now'. It indicates something happening at the present moment or very recently. It can be used to emphasize the immediacy of an action or state.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΝΥΝ, ΗΔΗ, ΕΥΘΕΩΣ
Etymology: From a root meaning 'to fit, join, be ready'. It refers to something being 'just fitted' or 'just ready' for the present moment.
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.
G1497
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ee-DOH-loo
Translations: (of) idol, (of) image, (of) phantom, (of) an idol, (of) an image, (of) a phantom
Notes: This word refers to an image, a phantom, or a false god. It is often used in the context of pagan worship to denote an object of worship that is not the true God. It can also refer to a mere likeness or an illusion.
Inflection: Genitive, Singular, Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΓΑΛΜΑ, ΕΙΚΩΝ
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.
G1494
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Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective
Sounds like: eye-DOH-loh-THOO-ton
Translations: idol sacrifice, a thing sacrificed to idols, meat sacrificed to idols
Notes: This is a compound word meaning 'idol sacrifice' or 'thing sacrificed to idols'. It refers specifically to food, especially meat, that has been offered to pagan idols as part of a religious ritual. In early Christian contexts, there was debate about whether it was permissible for believers to eat such food. It is used to describe the actual food item itself.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
G2068
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ess-THEE-oo-sin
Translations: they eat, they are eating
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to eat' or 'to consume'. It is used to describe the action of multiple people eating. For example, 'they eat bread' or 'they are eating at the table'.
Inflection: 3rd Person, Plural, Present, Indicative, Active
Synonyms: ΦΑΓΕΙΝ, ΤΡΩΓΩ
G4893
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: soon-EYE-day-sis
Translations: conscience, a conscience, consciousness, a consciousness
Notes: This word refers to one's inner moral awareness or sense of right and wrong. It can also denote a general awareness or consciousness of something. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'εἴδησις' (eidēsis), meaning 'knowledge' or 'knowing'. Thus, it literally means 'a knowing with' or 'joint knowledge', referring to an internal knowing or moral consciousness.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΓΝΩΣΙΣ, ΕΠΙΓΝΩΣΙΣ
Etymology: From the prefix 'σύν' (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and 'εἴδησις' (eidēsis), meaning 'knowledge' or 'knowing'. It describes an internal 'knowing with' oneself.
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
G0772
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Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun
Sounds like: as-theh-NEES
Translations: weak, feeble, sick, infirm, a weak person, a sick person
Notes: This word describes something or someone as weak, feeble, or sick. It can refer to physical weakness, illness, or a lack of strength or power in a broader sense. It can be used to describe a person's physical condition or a general state of being. When used as a noun, it refers to a weak or sick person.
Inflection: Singular, All genders, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ἈΔΥΝΑΤΟΣ, ἈΡΡΩΣΤΟΣ, ἈΣΘΕΝΕΙΑ
Etymology: The word is a compound of the negative prefix ἀ- (a-, 'not') and σθένος (sthenos, 'strength, might'). Thus, it literally means 'without strength'.
G5607
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: OO-sah
Translations: being, existing, that is, who is, a being, the one being
Notes: This word is the present active participle of the verb 'to be' (εἰμί). It describes something that is in a state of being or existence. It is used to qualify a noun, often translated as 'being', 'existing', or 'that is/who is'. In this form, it is feminine, singular, and can be either nominative or accusative, depending on its role in the sentence.
Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ὙΠΑΡΧΟΥΣΑ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΗ
G3435
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: moh-LYN-eh-tai
Translations: is defiled, is polluted, is stained, is contaminated
Notes: This word describes the state of being defiled, polluted, or stained, often in a moral or spiritual sense, but it can also refer to physical contamination. It is used to indicate that something or someone becomes impure or unclean. For example, one's conscience might be defiled, or a person might be defiled by certain actions.
Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle/Passive, Third Person Singular
Synonyms: ΜΙΑΙΝΩ, ΚΟΙΝΟΩ, ΡΥΠΑΙΝΩ
G1033
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: BROH-mah
Translations: food, meat, a food, an eating
Notes: This word refers to anything that is eaten, serving as nourishment or sustenance. It can denote food in general, or more specifically, a particular kind of food or meat. It is used in sentences to refer to what people consume.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΤΡΟΦΗ, ΕΔΕΣΜΑ
Etymology: From the verb βιϐρώσκω (bibrosko), meaning 'to eat'.
G2249
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: HAY-mas
Translations: us
Notes: This word is the first-person plural pronoun 'we' in the accusative case. It is used to indicate the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions, meaning 'us'. For example, 'He saw us' or 'They spoke to us'.
Inflection: First-person, Plural, Accusative
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.
G3936
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: pah-rah-STAY-see
Translations: will present, will stand by, will provide, will show, will offer, will bring
Notes: This word is the future active indicative form of the verb 'παρίστημι' (paristēmi). It means 'to present,' 'to stand by,' 'to provide,' 'to show,' or 'to offer.' It can be used in various contexts, such as presenting someone or something, standing alongside someone, or offering something for a purpose.
Inflection: Third Person Singular, Future, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΔΕΙΞΕΙ, ΠΡΟΣΑΞΕΙ, ΔΩΣΕΙ
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: TOH
Translations: to the, for the, by the, with the, in the
Notes: ΤΩ is the dative singular form of the definite article 'the'. It indicates the indirect object of a verb or the means/instrument by which an action is performed. It can also be used to indicate location or association, often translated with prepositions like 'to', 'for', 'by', 'with', or 'in'.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Neuter
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
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'.
G1437
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: eh-AHN
Translations: if, when, whenever, although
Notes: ἘΑΝ is a conditional conjunction used to introduce a protasis (the 'if' clause) in a conditional sentence. It typically takes the subjunctive mood, indicating a condition that is possible, probable, or hypothetical. It can be translated as 'if', 'when', or 'whenever', depending on the nuance of the condition, and sometimes 'although' in concessive clauses.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΕΙ, ὍΤΑΝ
Etymology: ἘΑΝ is a contraction of the conditional particle εἰ (ei, 'if') and the modal particle ἄν (an), which adds a sense of contingency or possibility to the condition.
G2068
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: fah-GOH-men
Translations: let us eat, we may eat, that we may eat
Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to eat' or 'to consume'. It is used to express a desire or a purpose for eating, often translated as 'let us eat' or 'that we may eat'. It is a form of the verb 'ἐσθίω' (esthiō), which means 'to eat'.
Inflection: Aorist, Subjunctive, Active, 1st Person Plural
Synonyms: ΕΣΘΙΩ, ΒΙΒΡΩΣΚΩ
G4052
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: peh-ris-SEV-oh-men
Translations: we abound, we have abundance, we are left over, we are superfluous
Notes: This verb describes the state of having more than enough, to be in abundance, or to overflow. It can also mean to be left over or to be superfluous. It is often used to indicate a surplus or an excess of something.
Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΠΛΕΟΝΑΖΩ, ΥΠΕΡΠΕΡΙΣΣΕΥΩ
G5302
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: yoos-teh-ROO-meh-thah
Translations: we lack, we are lacking, we are in need, we fall short, we are inferior
Notes: This word describes a state of lacking, being in need, or falling short of something. It can also imply being inferior or coming behind. It is often used to express a deficiency or an absence of something necessary or desired.
Inflection: Present, Indicative, Passive/Middle, 1st Person, Plural
Synonyms: ΕΛΑΤΤΟΩ, ΛΕΙΠΩ, ΕΝΔΕΩ
G0991
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: BLEH-peh-teh
Translations: you see, you look, you perceive, you behold, you beware, see!, look!, behold!, beware!
Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'βλέπω' (blepō), meaning 'to see' or 'to look'. It can be used in various contexts, from physical sight to mental perception or understanding. It can also function as an imperative, meaning 'see!' or 'look!', often used to draw attention or to warn, in which case it can be translated as 'beware!'.
Inflection: Second Person, Plural, Present, Active, Indicative or Imperative
Synonyms: ΟΡΑΩ, ΕΙΔΟΝ, ΘΕΩΡΕΩ
G3381
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: MAY-pohs
Translations: perhaps, lest, whether perhaps, surely not, perchance
Notes: This is a compound adverb formed from the negative particle ΜΗ (mē) and the indefinite adverb ΠΩΣ (pōs). It is used in questions to express doubt or to expect a negative answer, often translated as 'surely not?' or 'can it be that?'. It can also be used after verbs of fearing or caution, meaning 'lest' or 'for fear that', indicating a negative outcome is feared.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΜΗ, ΠΩΣ
Etymology: ΜΗΠΩΣ is a compound word derived from the negative particle ΜΗ (mē), meaning 'not', and the indefinite adverb ΠΩΣ (pōs), meaning 'somehow' or 'perhaps'.
G1849
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: eks-oo-SEE-ah
Translations: authority, power, right, a right, jurisdiction, control
Notes: This word refers to the right or power to act, often implying delegated authority or freedom to choose. It can denote official power, jurisdiction, or the ability to do something. It is frequently used in contexts of governance, legal rights, or spiritual power.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΔΥΝΑΜΙΣ, ΚΡΑΤΟΣ, ΑΡΧΗ
Etymology: From the Greek preposition ἐκ (ek, "out of") and the verb ἔστι (esti, "it is"), implying the ability or right that comes "out of being" or "from what is possible."
G5216
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: hoo-MOHN
Translations: (of) you, your
Notes: This word is the genitive plural form of the second-person personal pronoun, meaning 'of you' or 'your' when referring to multiple people. It indicates possession, origin, or relationship concerning a group of people being addressed. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'the house of you' (your house) or 'from among you'.
Inflection: Second Person, Plural, Genitive
G0846
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: OW-tay
Translations: she, her, it, this, that, the same
Notes: This word is a pronoun, specifically the feminine nominative singular form of 'ΑΥΤΟΣ'. It can function as a personal pronoun meaning 'she', 'her', or 'it', or as a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'this' or 'that'. When used intensively, it can mean 'the same' or 'herself'. It agrees in gender, number, and case with the noun it refers to.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΗ
G4348
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: pros-KOM-mah
Translations: stumbling block, an offense, an obstacle, a cause of stumbling, a cause of offense
Notes: This word refers to an obstacle or impediment that causes someone to stumble, either literally or figuratively. In a moral or spiritual sense, it signifies something that leads a person to sin, fall away from faith, or experience a moral failure. It can be a temptation, a hindrance, or an occasion for offense.
Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative
Synonyms: ΣΚΑΝΔΑΛΟΝ, ΕΜΠΟΔΙΟΝ, ΠΑΓΙΣ
Etymology: The word πρόσκομμα (proskomma) is derived from the verb προσκόπτω (proskoptō), meaning 'to strike against, to stumble'. It is formed from the prefix πρός (pros), meaning 'to, toward, against', and κόπτω (koptō), meaning 'to strike, to cut'.
G1096
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: geh-NEE-tai
Translations: may be, might be, become, happen, come to pass, be made, be done
Notes: This word signifies 'to come into being,' 'to happen,' 'to become,' or 'to be made.' It is often used to describe events unfolding or states changing. It can also mean 'to be done' or 'to be performed' in certain contexts.
Inflection: 3rd Person Singular, Aorist, Subjunctive, Middle Voice
Synonyms: ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΜΙ, ΠΟΙΕΩ
Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from an ancient 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 the idea of generation or becoming.
G3588
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Part of Speech: Definite Article
Sounds like: toys
Translations: to the, for the, the
Notes: ΤΟΙΣ is the dative plural form of the definite article in Koine Greek. It functions similarly to 'the' in English, but specifically indicates the indirect object or the recipient of an action, or location/instrument when used with a dative noun. It can be used with masculine, feminine, or neuter nouns in the plural.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, All genders
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a demonstrative pronoun that evolved into the definite article in Greek.
G0772
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: as-theh-NEH-sin
Translations: to the weak, to the sick, to the feeble
Notes: This word describes someone or something that is weak, feeble, or sick. It is used to refer to those who lack strength, whether physical, moral, or spiritual. In a sentence, it would typically modify a noun or refer to a group of people who are in a state of weakness.
Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine or Feminine
Synonyms: ἈΔΥΝΑΤΟΣ, ἈΡΡΩΣΤΟΣ
G1492
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ee-DEH
Translations: see, behold, perceive, know, understand
Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'to see' or 'to perceive'. It can refer to physical sight, but also to mental perception, understanding, or knowing. It is often used to express the act of observing or becoming aware of something. In some contexts, it can imply a deeper understanding or recognition beyond mere visual observation.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Subjunctive, Third Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΟΡΑΩ, ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ
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.
G2192
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: EKH-on-tah
Translations: having, holding, possessing, keeping, holding fast, the one having
Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'having' or 'holding'. It describes an ongoing action of possession or holding. It can function adjectivally, describing a noun that 'has' something, or adverbially, indicating the manner in which an action is performed (e.g., 'while having'). In the provided examples, it describes things that 'do not have' a leader, trees 'having' branches, and 'the one having' all power.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter, Plural
Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΟΝΤΑ, ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΝ
G1495
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ay-DOH-lee-oh
Translations: in an idol temple, in a place of idols, to an idol temple, to a place of idols
Notes: This word refers to a place where idols are worshipped, such as an idol temple or a shrine dedicated to idols. It is the dative singular form of the noun 'eidōlion', which means 'idol' or 'image'. In this dative case, it indicates the location 'in' or 'at' an idol temple, or the direction 'to' an idol temple.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Neuter
Synonyms: ΙΕΡΟΝ, ΝΑΟΣ
G2621
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Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)
Sounds like: kah-tah-KAY-meh-non
Translations: lying down, reclining, lying ill, laid up
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'κατάκειμαι', meaning 'to lie down' or 'to recline'. It is often used to describe someone who is lying in bed, either resting or, more commonly, due to illness. It can also refer to something that is laid down or situated. It is a compound word formed from 'κατά' (down) and 'κεῖμαι' (to lie).
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Neuter, Present, Middle/Passive, Participle
Synonyms: ΚΕΙΜΑΙ, ΑΝΑΚΕΙΜΑΙ
Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΚΕΙΜΑΙ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ΚΕΙΜΑΙ (keimai), meaning 'to lie' or 'to be laid'.
G3780
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Part of Speech: Adverb
Sounds like: OOKH-ee
Translations: no, not at all, by no means, certainly not
Notes: This word is a strong negative adverb, meaning 'no' or 'not at all'. It is used to express a definite and emphatic denial, often in response to a question or to strongly contradict a statement. It is a more emphatic form of the negative particle οὐ (ou).
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΥ̓, ΜΗ
Etymology: From οὐ (ou), meaning 'not', and the enclitic particle -χι (-chi), which adds emphasis. It is a more emphatic form of the simple negative particle.
G0772
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: as-theh-NOOS
Translations: of the weak, of the sick, of the feeble, of the infirm, of the powerless
Notes: This word describes something belonging to or characteristic of someone who is weak, sick, or feeble. It is used to indicate possession or a quality associated with a person or thing lacking strength, health, or power. For example, it could refer to the 'hand of the weak' or the 'condition of the sick'.
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ΑΔΥΝΑΤΟΥ, ΑΣΘΕΝΟΥΝΤΟΣ
G1510
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: ON-tos
Translations: (of) being, (of) existing, (of) a being, (of) an existing one
Notes: ὈΝΤΟΣ is the genitive singular present active participle of the verb 'to be'. It means 'being' or 'existing'. It is often used in genitive absolute constructions, which function like a subordinate clause, indicating time, cause, or circumstance, such as 'while it was being' or 'because it was being'.
Inflection: Present Active Participle, Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to be' or 'to exist'.
G3618
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: oy-ko-do-mee-THEH-seh-teh
Translations: will be built, will be constructed, will be edified
Notes: This word describes the action of building or constructing something, such as a house, a city, or a wall. It can also be used metaphorically to mean 'to edify' or 'to build up' someone spiritually or morally. The form given indicates that the subject of the verb will be built or constructed by someone or something else in the future.
Inflection: Future, Passive, Indicative, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΚΤΙΖΩ, ΑΝΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ, ΕΓΕΙΡΩ
Etymology: The word ΟΙΚΟΔΟΜΕΩ is a compound word derived from ΟΙΚΟΣ (oikos), meaning 'house', and ΔΕΜΩ (demō), meaning 'to build'. Thus, it literally means 'to build a house'.
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.
G1494
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ee-doh-loh-THOO-tah
Translations: things sacrificed to idols, idol sacrifices, meat offered to idols
Notes: This word refers to food, typically meat, that has been offered as a sacrifice to pagan idols. In ancient times, after a sacrifice, portions of the meat were often sold in the market or consumed in feasts, leading to ethical dilemmas for early Christians regarding participation in such practices.
Inflection: Plural, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Etymology: The word ΕἸΔΩΛΟΘΥΤΟΝ is a compound word formed from ΕἸΔΩΛΟΝ (EIDOLON), meaning 'idol' or 'image', and ΘΥΤΟΝ (THYTON), meaning 'sacrificed' or 'offered'.
G2068
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ess-THEE-ayn
Translations: to eat, to consume, to devour
Notes: This word is a verb in the infinitive form, meaning 'to eat' or 'to consume'. It is used to describe the act of taking food or sustenance. It can also be used metaphorically to mean 'to devour' or 'to consume' something non-physical.
Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive
Synonyms: ΦΑΓΕΙΝ, ΒΙΒΡΩΣΚΩ
G0622
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-POH-loo-tai
Translations: is destroyed, perishes, is lost, is ruined
Notes: This word is the third person singular, present indicative, middle or passive voice of the verb 'ἀπόλλυμι'. It means 'to be destroyed', 'to perish', 'to be lost', or 'to be ruined'. It describes something undergoing destruction or ceasing to exist, often implying a complete and irreversible end. It can be used to describe the destruction of things, people, or even abstract concepts.
Inflection: Present, Indicative, Middle or Passive Voice, 3rd Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΦΘΕΙΡΕΤΑΙ, ΟΛΛΥΤΑΙ, ΑΦΑΝΙΖΕΤΑΙ
G0772
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Part of Speech: Adjective
Sounds like: ahs-theh-NOHN
Translations: of the weak, of the sick, of the feeble
Notes: This word describes something belonging to or characteristic of those who are weak, sick, or feeble. It is used to refer to a group of people who are in a state of physical or moral weakness. For example, it might be used in a phrase like 'the needs of the weak' or 'the care of the sick'.
Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter
Synonyms: ἈΔΥΝΑΤΩΝ, ἈΡΡΩΣΤΩΝ, ἈΣΘΕΝΟΥΝΤΩΝ
G4771
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: SEE
Translations: you, yourself
Notes: This is an inflected form of the second person singular pronoun 'you'. It is used to refer to the person being addressed. In this specific form, it is the dative singular, meaning 'to you' or 'for you'. It can also be the nominative singular, meaning 'you' (as the subject of a verb).
Inflection: Singular, Dative or Nominative, All genders
Etymology: The word originates from the Proto-Indo-European pronominal stem *tu-.
G1108
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: GNO-see
Translations: knowledge, a knowledge, understanding, wisdom
Notes: This word refers to knowledge, understanding, or wisdom. It can describe general knowledge, spiritual insight, or practical understanding. It is often used in contexts relating to intellectual or spiritual comprehension.
Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΣΟΦΙΑ, ΕΠΙΓΝΩΣΙΣ, ΣΥΝΕΣΙΣ
G0080
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-del-FOS
Translations: brother, a brother, fellow countryman, kinsman, fellow believer
Notes: This word refers to a brother, either by birth or by a close familial or social bond. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to a fellow countryman, a kinsman, or a fellow believer in a religious context. It is a masculine noun.
Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine
Synonyms: ἈΝΗΡ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ, ἙΤΑΙΡΟΣ
Etymology: From the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'together' or 'same', and δελφύς (delphys), meaning 'womb'. Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.
G1510
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Part of Speech: Participle
Sounds like: ON
Translations: being, existing, a being, that which is
Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'being' or 'existing'. It describes something that is in a state of being or existence. As a neuter singular form, it often refers to 'that which is' or 'a being', and can function as a noun.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative
Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΟΝ, ΓΙΝΟΜΕΝΟΝ
G0599
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-peh-THA-nen
Translations: he died, she died, it died
Notes: This word means 'he died', 'she died', or 'it died'. It is the third person singular aorist indicative active form of the verb 'to die'. It describes an action that occurred in the past and was completed.
Inflection: Third Person, Singular, Aorist, Indicative, Active
Etymology: From ἀπό (apo, "from, away from") and θνῄσκω (thnēiskō, "to die"). The prefix ἀπό intensifies the meaning of the verb, emphasizing the finality of death.
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'.
G264
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Part of Speech: Participle, Verb
Sounds like: ah-mar-TAH-non-tes
Translations: sinning, erring, missing the mark, those who sin, sinners
Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'sinning' or 'erring'. It describes an ongoing action of missing the mark, failing to achieve a goal, or committing a moral offense. It can be used to describe individuals who are in the act of sinning or as a substantive noun referring to 'those who sin' or 'sinners'.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural
Synonyms: ΑΔΙΚΟΥΝΤΕΣ, ΠΑΡΑΒΑΙΝΟΝΤΕΣ
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).
G0080
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ah-del-FOOS
Translations: brothers, brethren
Notes: This word refers to brothers or male siblings. In a broader sense, it can also refer to fellow members of a community, countrymen, or spiritual brethren. It is used here in the accusative plural, indicating that the brothers are the direct object of an action.
Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ἈΔΕΛΦΟΙ
G5180
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: TOOP-ton-tes
Translations: striking, beating, smiting, hitting, those who strike, those who beat, those who smite, those who hit
Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'τύπτω', meaning 'to strike' or 'to beat'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that is ongoing. In this form, it refers to 'those who are striking' or 'while striking'. It can be used to describe the action of a group of people.
Inflection: Present Active Participle, Masculine, Nominative, Plural
Synonyms: ΠΑΤΑΣΣΩ, ΠΛΗΓΩ, ΚΟΠΤΩ
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.
G4893
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: soon-EYE-day-sin
Translations: conscience, a conscience, consciousness, inner awareness
Notes: This word refers to one's inner moral awareness or sense of right and wrong, often translated as 'conscience'. It can also refer to a general consciousness or awareness of something. It is used to describe the internal faculty that judges one's actions and thoughts.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine
Synonyms: ΓΝΩΣΙΣ, ΝΟΥΣ
G770
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Part of Speech: Verb, Participle
Sounds like: as-theh-NOO-san
Translations: being weak, being sick, being ill, being feeble, languishing
Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'asthenéō', meaning 'to be weak' or 'to be sick'. It describes something that is in a state of weakness, illness, or feebleness. It can refer to physical sickness, but also to spiritual or moral weakness, or a general lack of strength or vitality. It is used to describe a noun that is undergoing or characterized by this state.
Inflection: Present, Active, Participle, Accusative, Singular, Feminine
Synonyms: ΚΑΚΩΣ, ΝΟΣΕΩ, ἈΡΡΩΣΤΕΩ
G5547
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: KHRIS-ton
Translations: Christ, the Christ, Anointed One, the Anointed One
Notes: This word refers to the 'Anointed One' or 'Messiah'. In the New Testament, it is primarily used as a title for Jesus, signifying his role as the promised deliverer. It is often used with the definite article 'the' (the Christ) or as a proper name (Christ). As an accusative form, it would typically function as the direct object of a verb or the object of certain prepositions.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΜΕΣΣΙΑΣ, ΚΥΡΙΟΣ
G0264
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: ah-mar-TAH-neh-teh
Translations: you sin, you are sinning, sin, do wrong, err, miss the mark
Notes: This word means to sin, to err, or to miss the mark. It describes an action of falling short of a standard or goal, often with moral implications. It can be used in a command (imperative) or to state a fact (indicative), indicating that a group of people are sinning or are being commanded to sin (or not to sin, as often seen in context).
Inflection: 2nd Person Plural, Present Tense, Active Voice, Indicative or Imperative Mood
Synonyms: ΑΔΙΚΕΩ, ΠΛΑΝΑΩ, ΠΑΡΑΠΤΩΜΑ
G1352
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Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction
Sounds like: dee-OH-per
Translations: therefore, wherefore, for which cause, for this reason
Notes: This word is a compound adverb or conjunction used to introduce a logical consequence or conclusion. It signifies 'for this very reason' or 'because of this'. It is often used to connect a preceding statement with a resulting action or outcome, emphasizing the direct cause-and-effect relationship.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΔΙΑ ΤΟΥΤΟ, ΟΥΝ, ΑΡΑ
Etymology: ΔΙΟΠΕΡ is a compound word formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'on account of', and ὅπερ (hoper), meaning 'which very thing' or 'the very thing which'. It emphasizes the direct cause or reason for something.
G4624
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: skan-da-LEE-zei
Translations: causes to stumble, offends, scandalizes, causes to sin, causes to fall away
Notes: This word means to cause someone to stumble, to offend them, or to lead them into sin or apostasy. It implies putting an obstacle or snare in someone's path that causes them to fall morally or spiritually. It can also mean to be offended or to take offense at something. It is used in sentences where one action or person leads another into a moral or spiritual trap.
Inflection: 3rd Person Singular, Present, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΚΟΠΤΩ, ΠΑΡΑΠΙΠΤΩ
G80
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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'.
G1700
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Part of Speech: Pronoun
Sounds like: moo
Translations: of me, my, mine
Notes: ΜΟΥ is the genitive singular form of the first-person personal pronoun, meaning "of me," "my," or "mine." It indicates possession or origin, similar to how "my" or "mine" is used in English. It can be used with nouns to show ownership (e.g., "my house") or with verbs to indicate the source or object of an action (e.g., "he heard of me").
Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Common Gender
G5315
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: FAH-goh
Translations: eat, devour, consume
Notes: This word is an aorist active subjunctive form of the verb 'to eat'. It is used to express an action of eating that is completed or viewed as a whole, often in a dependent clause or expressing a wish or command. It can also mean to devour or consume.
Inflection: Aorist, Active, Subjunctive, First Person, Singular
Synonyms: ΕΣΘΙΩ, ΒΙΒΡΩΣΚΩ
Etymology: The root ΦΑΓ- is an aorist stem that replaced the present stem of the verb 'to eat' (ἐσθίω) in many forms. It is related to the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to eat'.
G2907
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: kreh-AH
Translations: meats, flesh
Notes: This word refers to animal flesh, typically used for food or in the context of sacrifices. It is often found in discussions about dietary laws or offerings.
Inflection: Nominative or Accusative, Plural, Neuter
Synonyms: ΣΑΡΞ
Etymology: The word 'κρέας' is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to cut' or 'to divide'. It has cognates in other Indo-European languages.
G0165
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Part of Speech: Noun
Sounds like: ahee-OH-nah
Translations: age, an age, the age, eternity, the world
Notes: This word refers to a period of time, which can be a specific age or an indefinite duration, even eternity. It can also refer to the world or the present order of things. Its meaning often depends on the context, sometimes indicating a finite period and other times an unending one.
Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine
Synonyms: ΚΟΣΜΟΣ, ΧΡΟΝΟΣ
G2443
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Part of Speech: Conjunction
Sounds like: EE-nah
Translations: in order that, that, so that, to
Notes: This word is a conjunction used to introduce a clause expressing purpose, result, or content. It often translates to 'in order that' or simply 'that' when indicating the aim or outcome of an action. It can also be used to express a command or exhortation, especially when followed by the subjunctive mood.
Inflection: Does not inflect
Synonyms: ΟΠΩΣ, ΩΣΤΕ
Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en- (in). It is related to the preposition 'in' and developed into a conjunction expressing purpose or result.
G4624
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Part of Speech: Verb
Sounds like: skan-da-LEE-soh
Translations: I will cause to stumble, I will offend, I will cause to sin, I will put a stumbling block before
Notes: This word means to cause someone to stumble, fall into sin, or be offended. It implies putting an obstacle in someone's spiritual or moral path, leading them astray or causing them to lose faith. It can also mean to be a cause of moral lapse or to give offense.
Inflection: First Person, Singular, Future, Active, Indicative
Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΚΟΠΤΩ, ΠΑΡΑΠΙΠΤΩ
Etymology: The word originates from σκάνδαλον (skandalon), meaning 'a trap stick, a snare, a stumbling block, an offense'. It refers to the bait-stick of a trap, which springs and catches the animal when touched.
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