2001 Translation

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.

G1161

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: DEH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΑΛΛΑ

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

G2919

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-REE-thay

Translations: was judged, it was judged, he was judged, she was judged

Notes: This word is the third person singular, aorist, passive, indicative form of the verb 'κρίνω' (krinō), meaning 'to judge' or 'to decide'. In this passive form, it indicates that the subject of the verb was the recipient of the action of judging or deciding. It would be used in a sentence where someone or something was judged or decided upon by another party.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist, Indicative, Passive

Synonyms: ΔΙΚΑΖΩ, ΚΡΙΝΩ, ΑΠΟΦΑΙΝΩ

G3588, G3778

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Demonstrative Pronoun, Particle

Sounds like: too

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

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

G0636

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-pop-PLEH-in

Translations: to sail away, to sail off, to depart by ship

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning "from" or "away from," and the verb πλέω (pleō), meaning "to sail." Therefore, it literally means "to sail away from." It is used to describe the action of departing by ship, often implying a journey from one place to another. It can be used in contexts such as a ship leaving a harbor or a person setting off on a voyage.

Inflection: Present Active Infinitive

Synonyms: ἈΝΑΓΩ, ἘΚΠΛΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἀποπλέω is a compound of ἀπό (apo), meaning "from" or "away from," and πλέω (pleō), meaning "to sail." The verb πλέω comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning "to float" or "to flow."

G1519

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EES

Translations: into, to, for, unto, among, in, toward

Notes: This word is a preposition that primarily indicates motion towards or into something. It is always used with the accusative case, showing the destination or goal of an action. It can also express purpose, result, or the object of an action. For example, it is used to say 'go into the city' or 'believe into Christ'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣ comes from Proto-Indo-European *en-s, which is a locative adverb meaning 'in, into'. It is related to the English word 'in'.

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.

G3860

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: PA-reh-DI-doon

Translations: they were delivering, they were handing over, they were entrusting, they were betraying

Notes: This word describes an action of handing over, delivering, entrusting, or betraying someone or something. As an imperfect tense verb, it indicates an ongoing, repeated, or customary action in the past. It can be used in contexts such as delivering a prisoner, handing over a tradition, or betraying a person.

Inflection: Third person plural, Imperfect Active Indicative

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΕΚΔΙΔΩΜΙ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb δίδωμι (didomi), meaning 'to give'.

G5037

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Particle

Sounds like: TEH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΙ, ΔΕ, ΑΛΛΑ

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

G2532

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: kahee

Translations: and, also, even, but, then

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G5100

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE-nas

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

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

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

G2087

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: EH-teh-ROOS

Translations: others, other ones

Notes: This word means 'other' or 'another' of a different kind, implying a distinction or difference from something previously mentioned or understood. It is used to refer to individuals or things that are distinct from a primary group or item. For example, 'he spoke to others' would imply he spoke to people who were different from a specific group.

Inflection: Accusative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the English word 'other'.

G1543

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: eh-kah-ton-TAR-kheh

Translations: centurion, a centurion

Notes: This word refers to a Roman military officer who commanded a unit of 100 soldiers. It is a compound word derived from 'hekaton' (one hundred) and 'archos' (chief or commander). It is used to denote a specific rank within the Roman army.

Inflection: Nominative Singular Feminine, or Vocative Singular Feminine

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek words 'ἑκατόν' (hekaton), meaning 'one hundred', and 'ἀρχή' (archē), meaning 'rule' or 'command'. It literally means 'commander of a hundred'.

G4686, G4687

Part of Speech: Noun, Verb

Sounds like: SPEI-rees

Translations: of a cohort, of a company, of a band, of a military unit, of a Roman cohort, you sow, you scatter seed

Notes: This word has two primary meanings depending on its grammatical form. It can be the genitive singular of the noun 'σπεῖρα' (speira), referring to a military cohort, a company, or a band of people. In this sense, it describes a group, often a Roman military unit of about 600 men. It can also be the second person singular aorist subjunctive active form of the verb 'σπείρω' (speirō), meaning 'to sow' or 'to scatter seed'. In this verbal sense, it indicates the action of planting seeds.

Inflection: Noun: Singular, Genitive, Feminine; Verb: Second Person, Singular, Aorist, Subjunctive, Active

Synonyms: ΤΑΓΜΑ, ΛΟΧΟΣ, ΦΥΛΗ

G4575

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: seh-BAS-tees

Translations: Augustus, venerable, revered, an Augustus, a venerable one, (of) Augustus, (of) a venerable one, (to) Augustus, (to) a venerable one

Notes: This word describes someone or something that is worthy of reverence or respect. It is most famously used as a title for the Roman Emperor Augustus, signifying his revered status. It can also be used more generally to describe anything that is august or venerable.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine Genitive or Dative; or Singular, Feminine Nominative

Synonyms: ΣΕΜΝΟΣ, ΕΝΤΙΜΟΣ, ΑΞΙΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΕΒΑΣΤΟΣ (Sebastos) is derived from the Greek verb σέβομαι (sebomai), meaning 'to worship, revere, or feel awe'. It was used to translate the Latin title 'Augustus', which also means 'revered' or 'majestic'.

G1910

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-BAHN-tes

Translations: having gone upon, having stepped on, having embarked, having mounted, having entered, having set foot on

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'epibainō', meaning 'to go upon' or 'to step on'. It describes an action that has been completed, indicating that someone or something has already mounted, embarked, or set foot on something. It is often used to describe the act of boarding a ship, mounting a horse, or entering a place.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΒΑΝΤΕΣ, ΕΙΣΕΛΘΟΝΤΕΣ

Etymology: The word ΕΠΙΒΑΙΝΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'on', and the verb βαίνω (bainō), meaning 'to go' or 'to step'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: MEL-lon-tee

Translations: about to be, future, (to) be about to, (to) intend, (to) be going to

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'μέλλω', meaning 'to be about to' or 'to intend'. It describes something that is imminent or in the future. It is often used to indicate an action that is on the point of happening or a state that is soon to exist. In this dative singular form, it often functions adverbially or as an adjective modifying a noun in the dative case.

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

Synonyms: ἘΣΟΜΕΝΩ, ΓΕΝΗΣΟΜΕΝΩ

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).

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: KAH-tah

Translations: down, according to, against, throughout, by, during, concerning, along

Notes: ΚΑΤΑ is a versatile preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning varies significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it often indicates movement 'down from,' opposition 'against,' or reference 'concerning' something. When used with the accusative case, it typically means 'down along,' 'according to,' 'throughout,' 'during,' or 'by' means of something. It can express direction, distribution, opposition, or a standard.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΑΝΤΙ, ΔΙΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kmtá, meaning 'down, with'. It is related to other prepositions and adverbs in various Indo-European languages.

G0321

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: an-EEKH-thay-men

Translations: we put to sea, we set sail, we were brought up

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to put to sea' or 'to set sail'. It describes the action of a ship departing from shore. It can also mean 'to be brought up' or 'to be led up'. In the provided examples, it consistently refers to the act of setting sail.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist, Indicative, Passive

Synonyms: ΕΚΠΛΕΩ, ΑΠΟΠΛΕΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek ἀνάγω (anagō), a compound of ἀνά (ana, 'up, again, back') and ἄγω (agō, 'to lead, to bring').

G1510

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'.

G4862

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: soon

Translations: with, together with, along with

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

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

Synonyms: ΜΕΤΑ, ΟΜΟΥ

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

G3110

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: mah-keh-DON-os

Translations: of a Macedonian, of Macedonia

Notes: This word refers to someone from Macedonia, a region north of Greece. It can also refer to the region of Macedonia itself. As a proper noun, it is used to identify a person or place specifically.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Etymology: The word is derived from the Greek word 'Μακεδών' (Makedōn), referring to the inhabitants of the ancient kingdom of Macedon. The name itself is thought to be related to 'μακεδνός' (makednós), meaning 'tall' or 'highlander', possibly referring to the stature of the people or the mountainous nature of the region.

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.

G2609

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teekh-THEE-men

Translations: we were brought down, we were brought ashore, we were brought to land, we were led down

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ἄγω (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. The combined meaning is 'to bring down', 'to lead down', or specifically in a nautical context, 'to bring to land' or 'to put into port'. The form ΚΑΤΗΧΘΗΜΕΝ indicates that the action was performed on the subject (we) in the past.

Inflection: First Person, Plural, Aorist, Passive, Indicative

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΟΡΜΙΖΩ, ΠΡΟΣΑΓΩ

Etymology: The verb καταγω (katago) is formed from the prefix κατά (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ἄγω (ago), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'.

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'.

G2456

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-OO-lee-os

Translations: Julius

Notes: This is a masculine proper name, specifically a Roman family name. It is commonly associated with Gaius Julius Caesar, a prominent Roman general and statesman. In ancient texts, it refers to individuals bearing this name, often in the context of Roman history or administration.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The name 'Julius' is of Latin origin, derived from the Roman gens (clan) Iulia. It is traditionally said to derive from Iulus, a mythical son of Aeneas, or from the Latin word 'iovilius', meaning 'devoted to Jove'.

G5530

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: KHRAY-sah-meh-nos

Translations: using, having used, employing, having employed, dealing with, having dealt with

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'χράομαι' (chraomai), meaning 'to use' or 'to employ'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is ongoing, functioning like an adjective or adverb. It indicates someone who is 'using' or 'having used' something, or 'employing' or 'having employed' a method or resource. It can also imply 'dealing with' or 'having dealt with' a situation or person.

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

Synonyms: ΧΡΩΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΧΩΝ

Etymology: The word χράομαι (chraomai) comes from an earlier form χράω (chraō), meaning 'to furnish what is needful'. It is related to χείρ (cheir), meaning 'hand', suggesting the idea of handling or dealing with something.

G2010

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-TREP-sen

Translations: he permitted, he allowed, he gave permission, he entrusted

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to permit,' 'to allow,' or 'to give permission.' It can also mean 'to entrust' or 'to commit something to someone.' It is often used to describe an action where authority or consent is given for something to happen. It is a compound word formed from the preposition 'ἘΠΙ' (upon, over) and the verb 'ΤΡΕΠΩ' (to turn).

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist Indicative Active

Synonyms: ἈΦΙΗΜΙ, ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ἘΑΩ

G4314

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PROSS

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΑΡΑ

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

G5384

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: fee-LOOS

Translations: friends, beloved ones, dear ones, beloved, dear

Notes: This word can function as a noun meaning 'friend' or 'beloved one', or as an adjective meaning 'dear' or 'beloved'. It is used to refer to individuals or groups who are cherished, loved, or closely associated with someone. In the provided examples, it consistently refers to 'friends' or 'beloved ones' in the accusative case, indicating they are the direct object of an action.

Inflection: Accusative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΤΑΙΡΟΣ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ

G4198

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: por-yoo-THEN-tee

Translations: to one having gone, to one having traveled, to one having departed, to one having proceeded

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle, meaning 'having gone' or 'having traveled'. It describes someone who has completed the action of going or traveling. As a dative form, it indicates the recipient or indirect object of an action, often translated with 'to' or 'for' someone.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek πορεύω (poreúō, “to make to go, carry, convey”), from πόρος (póros, “a way, a passage”).

G5177

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: too-KHEIN

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

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

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ

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

G0321

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-nakh-THEN-tes

Translations: having put to sea, having set sail, having been led up, having been brought up, having been brought back

Notes: This word is a compound participle derived from ἀνά (ana, 'up' or 'back') and ἄγω (ago, 'to lead' or 'to bring'). It means 'having been led up' or 'having been brought back'. In the context of ships, it specifically refers to 'having put to sea' or 'having set sail'. It describes an action that has already occurred, often indicating the subject of the verb has performed or undergone the action.

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

Synonyms: ΕΞΑΓΩ, ΑΠΟΠΛΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἀνάγω (anagō) is formed from the preposition ἀνά (ana), meaning 'up' or 'back', and the verb ἄγω (agō), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. The combination signifies leading or bringing something upwards or backwards.

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: dee-AH

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΕΝΕΚΑ

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

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.

G3989

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PEH-lah-goss

Translations: sea, open sea, a sea, deep, abyss

Notes: This word refers to the open sea, the deep, or the abyss. It is often used to describe a vast expanse of water, distinct from a more confined body of water like a lake or gulf. It can also metaphorically refer to a great depth or an overwhelming quantity of something.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΘΑΛΑΣΣΑ, ΒΥΘΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'pelagos' is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek or related to a root meaning 'flat' or 'broad,' referring to the expanse of the sea.

G1278

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: dee-ah-PLEV-san-tes

Translations: having sailed through, having sailed across, having crossed over, having navigated

Notes: This is a compound word formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'across', and the verb πλέω (pleō), meaning 'to sail' or 'to navigate'. Therefore, it means 'to sail through' or 'to sail across'. As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed, often indicating the means or circumstances of another action. It is used to describe someone who has completed a journey by sea.

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

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΥΣΑΝΤΕΣ, ΔΙΑΒΑΝΤΕΣ

Etymology: The word διαπλέω (diapleō) is formed from the prefix διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'across', and the verb πλέω (pleō), meaning 'to sail'. The verb πλέω comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to float' or 'to flow'.

G2718

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-TEEL-thah-men

Translations: we came down, we went down, we descended

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition κατά (kata, meaning 'down') and the verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai, meaning 'to come' or 'to go'). It means 'to come down' or 'to go down' from a higher place to a lower one, or to descend. It is used to describe movement downwards, often implying arrival at a destination after descending.

Inflection: First Person Plural, Aorist Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΒΗΜΕΝ, ΚΑΤΕΛΘΟΝΤΕΣ

G3464

Part of Speech: Proper Noun, Noun

Sounds like: MOOR-rah

Translations: Myra, myrrh, a myrrh

Notes: This word can refer to Myra, an ancient city in Lycia (modern-day Turkey), which was a significant port city. It is also the name for myrrh, an aromatic gum resin obtained from certain trees, used as a perfume, incense, and medicine, and notably as an anointing oil and embalming substance in ancient times. Its meaning depends on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative (for the city name); Singular, Nominative or Accusative (for the substance)

Etymology: The word 'myrrh' comes from Semitic languages, related to Hebrew 'mor' (מֹר). The city name 'Myra' is of uncertain origin, possibly from a local Anatolian language.

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.

G2147

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eu-RON

Translations: finding, having found, discovering, obtaining

Notes: ΕΥΡΩΝ is the masculine, singular, nominative, aorist active participle of the verb εὑρίσκω (heuriskō), meaning 'to find' or 'to discover'. As a participle, it functions like both a verb and an adjective, describing an action performed by the subject. It indicates an action that has been completed in the past relative to the main verb, often translated as 'having found' or simply 'finding' in context.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ, ΕΞΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ

Etymology: The word εὑρίσκω (heuriskō) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'to find' or 'to obtain' in other Indo-European languages.

G1543

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: heh-kah-ton-TAR-khays

Translations: centurion, a centurion

Notes: This is a compound word meaning 'commander of a hundred'. It refers to a Roman military officer in charge of a century, which typically consisted of 80 to 100 soldiers. The centurion was a highly respected and experienced soldier, responsible for training and leading his men in battle.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΚΑΤΟΝΤΑΡΧΟΣ, ΚΕΝΤΥΡΙΩΝ

Etymology: The word is a compound of two Greek words: ΕΚΑΤΟΝ (hekaton), meaning 'one hundred', and ΑΡΧΩ (archō), meaning 'to rule' or 'to command'. Thus, it literally means 'ruler of a hundred'.

G4119

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: PLEH-on

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΟΝ, ΜΑΛΛΟΝ

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

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: it, itself, the same

Notes: This word is a versatile pronoun and adjective. As a pronoun, it typically means 'he,' 'she,' 'it,' or 'they,' depending on its gender and number. When used as an adjective, it can mean 'the same' or serve as an intensive pronoun, emphasizing the noun it modifies, such as 'himself,' 'herself,' 'itself,' or 'themselves.' Its meaning is highly dependent on its grammatical case, number, and gender within a sentence.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: This word is believed to derive from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'that, that one.' It developed into the Greek pronoun and adjective 'autos,' retaining its core sense of identity or self.

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: en

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

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

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

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

G3433

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: MOH-lees

Translations: with difficulty, scarcely, hardly, barely, just, only just

Notes: This word is an adverb that indicates something is done with great effort or difficulty, or that it happens only just in time or to a very limited extent. It can convey the idea of something barely happening or being achieved. For example, 'he barely escaped' or 'they arrived only just'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΥΣΚΟΛΩΣ, ΣΧΕΔΟΝ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the Greek word μόλος (molos), meaning 'toil' or 'struggle'.

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: geh-NO-meh-noy

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΤΕΣ, ΕΓΕΝΟΝΤΟ

G3361

Part of Speech: Particle, Adverb

Sounds like: MAY

Translations: not, lest, no, do not

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G0417

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-NEH-moo

Translations: of wind, of a wind

Notes: This word refers to moving air, often in the context of a current or a gust. It is a common noun used to describe the natural phenomenon of wind, which can be gentle or strong. It is often used to describe the four cardinal directions or forces.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΝΕΥΜΑ

Etymology: The word ἈΝΕΜΟΣ (anemos) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂enh₁- meaning 'to breathe, to blow'. It is related to words for 'breath' and 'spirit' in various Indo-European languages.

G3889

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pa-ra-le-GO-me-noy

Translations: sailing past, coasting along, passing by

Notes: This word is a compound verb participle, formed from the preposition παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'along', and the verb λέγομαι (legomai), meaning 'to collect' or 'to say'. In this context, it refers to the act of sailing or passing along a coast or by a place. It describes movement alongside something, often in a nautical sense. It is used to indicate that a group of people were moving past a certain location.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΠΛΕΩ, ΠΑΡΑΦΕΡΩ

G2064

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EEL-thoh-men

Translations: we came, we went, we arrived

Notes: This word means 'we came' or 'we went'. It is a past tense form of the verb 'to come' or 'to go', indicating an action that was completed in the past. It is used to describe the arrival or departure of a group of people (specifically, 'we').

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

Synonyms: ΗΚΟΜΕΝ, ΕΒΗΜΕΝ

Etymology: The verb ἔρχομαι (erchomai) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to move' or 'to go'. It is a very common verb in Koine Greek, used to describe movement from one place to another.

G5100

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE-nah

Translations: who, what, which, some, any, a certain one, something, anything

Notes: ΤΙΝΑ is an inflected form of the pronoun/adjective ΤΙΣ. As an interrogative, it asks 'who?', 'what?', or 'which?'. As an indefinite, it means 'someone', 'something', 'anyone', 'anything', 'a certain one', or 'some'. Its meaning depends heavily on context and whether it is used in a question or a statement. It can function as both a pronoun standing alone or an adjective modifying a noun.

Inflection: Accusative Singular Masculine or Feminine, or Nominative/Accusative Plural Neuter

G5599, G3739

Part of Speech: Letter, Interjection, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-meh-gah (as a letter); OH (as an interjection); OH (as a pronoun)

Translations: Omega, O, Oh, the end, the last, (to) whom, (to) which, (to) what, (to) that, (to) who, (to) those, (to) whomsoever, (to) whatsoever

Notes: This character, Omega, is the twenty-fourth and final letter of the Greek alphabet. As a letter, it represents the long 'o' sound. It can also function as an interjection, similar to 'O' or 'Oh' in English, used for direct address or exclamation. Furthermore, without diacritics, 'Ω' can represent the dative singular form of the relative pronoun 'ὅς, ἥ, ὅ', meaning 'to whom', 'to which', or 'to what', depending on context and gender. It can refer to a person or thing that is the indirect object of an action.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a letter or interjection); Dative, Singular, All genders (as a relative pronoun)

Etymology: The letter Omega is derived from the Phoenician letter 'ayin'. Its name literally means 'great O' (ō mega), distinguishing it from Omicron ('small O'). As a relative pronoun, it originates from Proto-Indo-European roots.

G1451

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective, Preposition

Sounds like: eng-GYS

Translations: near, close, at hand, nigh

Notes: This word indicates proximity, either in terms of physical distance (near, close) or temporal closeness (at hand, imminent). It is often used to describe something that is about to happen or is very close in time. It can function adverbially, modifying a verb, or adjectivally, describing a noun, and sometimes as a preposition taking the genitive case.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΛΗΣΙΟΝ, ΠΑΡΩΝ

Etymology: The etymology of ἘΓΓΥΣ is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the root for 'hand' or 'reach', suggesting something within reach.

G4172

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: POH-lis

Translations: city, a city, town, a town

Notes: The word 'polis' refers to a city or town, a populated center where people live and gather. In ancient contexts, it often implied a self-governing city-state, but in Koine Greek, it frequently refers simply to any significant urban settlement. It is used to denote the physical location and its inhabitants.

Inflection: Singular, Feminine, Nominative or Vocative

Synonyms: ΚΩΜΗ, ΧΩΡΑ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *pleh₁- (to fill) or *pel- (to build, to enclose). It refers to a fortified place or a populated area.

G2425

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ee-kah-NOO

Translations: of sufficient, of enough, of competent, of able, of worthy, of fit, of suitable, of considerable, of many, of much

Notes: This word describes something as sufficient, adequate, or enough. It can also refer to someone who is competent, able, or worthy. In some contexts, it can mean a considerable amount or number, translating to 'many' or 'much'. It is used to qualify a noun, indicating its quantity or quality.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΡΚΕΤΟΣ, ΕΥΘΕΤΟΣ, ΑΞΙΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb ἱκάνω (hikanō), meaning 'to reach, attain, suffice'.

G5550

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KHRO-noo

Translations: (of) time, time

Notes: This word refers to time, a period, or a season. It is a masculine noun and is used to denote a duration or a specific point in time. In this genitive form, it often indicates possession or a relationship of origin, such as 'of time' or 'belonging to time'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΑΙΡΟΣ, ΑΙΩΝ

Etymology: The word ΧΡΟΝΟΣ (chronos) is of uncertain origin, but it is an ancient Greek word that has been in use since Homeric times. It refers to sequential, measurable time.

G1230

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: dee-ah-geh-NO-meh-noo

Translations: having passed, having elapsed, after

Notes: This word is a compound participle derived from the verb 'διαγίνομαι' (diaginomai), meaning 'to pass through' or 'to elapse'. It describes an action that has occurred or a period of time that has passed. It is often used to indicate that something happened after a certain amount of time or an event had concluded.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΕΛΘΟΝΤΟΣ, ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΟΥ

G2235

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: AY-day

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΝΥΝ, ΑΥΤΙΚΑ, ΕΥΘΕΩΣ

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

G2078

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ep-is-fa-LOOS

Translations: dangerous, perilous, unsafe, hazardous, a dangerous thing

Notes: This word describes something that is unstable, precarious, or likely to cause harm or failure. It is used to characterize situations, conditions, or actions that carry a significant risk. For example, it could describe a dangerous journey or a perilous situation.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΙΝΔΥΝΩΔΗΣ, ΑΣΦΑΛΗΣ

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙΣΦΑΛΗΣ (episfalēs) is derived from the prefix ἐπί (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'on', and σφάλλω (sphallō), meaning 'to cause to fall' or 'to stumble'. Thus, it literally means 'prone to falling' or 'causing one to fall'.

G3928

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-el-ee-LOO-the-nai

Translations: to have passed by, to have gone by, to have gone past, to have elapsed, to have come to an end

Notes: This word is the perfect active infinitive form of the verb 'παρέρχομαι' (parerchomai), meaning 'to pass by' or 'to go past'. As a perfect infinitive, it describes an action that has been completed at some point in the past, relative to the main verb of the sentence. It can refer to time, events, or people passing by or coming to an end.

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΔΙΕΛΗΛΥΘΕΝΑΙ, ΑΠΕΛΗΛΥΘΕΝΑΙ

G3867

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-AY-nay

Translations: was advising, was exhorting, was urging, was admonishing

Notes: This word is the imperfect tense of the verb 'παραινέω' (paraineō), meaning 'to advise,' 'to exhort,' or 'to urge.' It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, indicating that someone was in the process of giving advice or encouragement. It is often used when a person is giving counsel or instruction to another.

Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΕΩ, ΝΟΥΘΕΤΕΩ

Etymology: The word 'παραινέω' (paraineō) is a compound word formed from the preposition 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside,' and 'αἰνέω' (aineō), meaning 'to praise' or 'to approve.' The combination suggests an action of praising or approving alongside someone, which evolved into the sense of advising or exhorting.

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-GOHN

Translations: saying, speaking, telling

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

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΩΝ, ΦΩΝΩΝ, ΕΡΩΝ

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

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOYS

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

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

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

G2334

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: theh-oh-ROH

Translations: I look at, I behold, I perceive, I see, I observe, I contemplate

Notes: This verb means to look at, behold, or perceive something, often with a sense of careful observation or contemplation. It implies a more deliberate and sustained act of seeing than simply 'to see'. It can be used to describe observing events, people, or phenomena, and often suggests a deeper understanding or insight gained through the act of looking.

Inflection: First person, Singular, Present, Active, Indicative

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΟΡΑΩ, ΕΠΙΒΛΕΠΩ

Etymology: From theoria (a viewing, contemplation). The word is related to the concept of a 'theoros', a spectator or envoy sent to consult an oracle or attend a festival, implying a purposeful and attentive viewing.

G3754

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: OH-tee

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΓΑΡ

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

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΟΠΙΣΩ

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

G3440

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: MO-non

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΜΟΝΩΣ, ΜΟΝΟΓΕΝΗΣ

G5413

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: for-TEE-oo

Translations: (of) a burden, (of) burden, (of) a load, (of) load, (of) a cargo, (of) cargo

Notes: This word refers to a burden, a load, or cargo. It can be used to describe something physically carried, or metaphorically, a responsibility or a heavy task. In the provided context, it refers to the cargo of a ship.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΒΑΡΟΣ, ΓΟΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word φορτίον (phortion) is a diminutive of φόρτος (phortos), meaning 'load' or 'cargo', which itself comes from φέρω (pherō), meaning 'to carry' or 'to bear'.

G0235

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: AL-lah

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΠΛΗΝ, ΟΜΩΣ

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

G5590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: psy-KHOHN

Translations: of souls, of lives, of spirits, of minds, of breaths

Notes: This word refers to the genitive plural form of 'psyche,' which means soul, life, spirit, or mind. It is often used to denote the inner self, the animating principle of a living being, or the seat of emotions, desires, and affections. In a broader sense, it can refer to life itself or a living being. As a genitive plural, it indicates possession or relationship, meaning 'belonging to souls' or 'of souls.'

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΝΕΥΜΑΤΩΝ, ΖΩΩΝ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: MEL-line

Translations: to be about to, to intend to, to be destined to, to delay, to hesitate

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb μέλλω. It is commonly used with an infinitive to express an action that is imminent, intended, or destined to happen. It can also indicate a delay or hesitation in doing something. For example, it might be used to say 'he is about to go' or 'they intend to speak'.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΘΕΛΩ, ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *melh₂- 'to grind, crush'. The meaning evolved to 'to be about to' or 'to delay', possibly through the idea of 'grinding to a halt' or 'being on the verge of something'.

G2941

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: koo-ber-NAY-tay

Translations: of a pilot, of a helmsman, of a shipmaster, to a pilot, to a helmsman, to a shipmaster, pilots, helmsmen, shipmasters

Notes: This word refers to a pilot, helmsman, or shipmaster, someone who steers or navigates a ship. It is used to describe a person in charge of guiding a vessel through water. In a figurative sense, it can also refer to someone who guides or directs a course of action, much like a pilot guides a ship.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive or Dative; or Plural, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative; Masculine

Synonyms: ΝΑΥΚΛΗΡΟΣ, ΝΑΥΣ

G3490

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NAW-klay-ROH

Translations: (to) a shipowner, (to) the shipowner, (to) a master of a vessel, (to) the master of a vessel

Notes: This word refers to the owner or master of a vessel, particularly one who is responsible for the cargo and commercial aspects of the ship. It is used to indicate the person to whom something is given or directed.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΒΕΡΝΗΤΗΣ, ΠΛΟΙΑΡΧΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΝΑΥΚΛΗΡΟΣ is a compound word derived from ναῦς (naus), meaning 'ship', and κλῆρος (klēros), meaning 'lot, inheritance, or property'. Thus, it literally means 'one who has a ship as property' or 'owner of a ship'.

G3123

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: MAHL-lon

Translations: more, rather, much more, especially

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΟΝ, ΜΑΛΙΣΤΑ

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

G3982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-PEY-theh-toh

Translations: was persuaded, was obeying, was trusting, was convinced, was yielding

Notes: This word is the third person singular imperfect middle or passive indicative form of the verb 'ΠΕΙΘΩ' (peithō). It means 'he/she/it was being persuaded,' 'he/she/it was obeying,' or 'he/she/it was trusting.' It describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past where the subject was either being convinced by someone or something, or was actively obeying/trusting.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΚΟΥΩ, ΠΙΣΤΕΥΩ

G2228, G3588

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Definite Article, Numeral

Sounds like: AY

Translations: or, the, 8

Notes: This word can function as a conjunction meaning 'or', indicating an alternative or choice between two or more options. It can also be the feminine nominative singular form of the definite article 'the', used to specify a feminine noun that is the subject of a sentence. The '̓' (coronis) indicates that this form is an elision, meaning it's a shortened form of a word like ἤ (e.g., when followed by a vowel). Additionally, the '̓' could be a keraia, indicating the numeral 8.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as conjunction or numeral); Singular, Nominative, Feminine (as definite article)

Etymology: The conjunction ἤ (e.g., from which Ἠ is an elision) is of uncertain origin. The definite article ἡ (from which Ἠ is an elision) comes from Proto-Indo-European. The numeral meaning is derived from the Greek letter eta (Η), which was used to represent the number 8.

G5259

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: hoo-POH

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

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

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

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

G3004

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: leh-go-MEH-noys

Translations: spoken, said, told, things spoken, things said, things told

Notes: This word is a present passive participle derived from the verb 'to say' or 'to speak'. It refers to something that is being said or spoken. In context, it often functions as a substantive, meaning 'the things being said' or 'those who are being spoken of'. It describes actions or words that are currently in the process of being uttered or communicated.

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

Synonyms: ΡΗΘΕΙΣΙΝ, ΕΙΡΗΜΕΝΟΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΛΕΓΩ (legō) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to gather, collect, pick out', which evolved to mean 'to speak' or 'to say' in Greek, implying the gathering of words.

G0421

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-nev-THEH-too

Translations: (of) unsuitable, (of) inconvenient, (of) unfit, (of) not commodious

Notes: This word describes something that is not suitable, convenient, or fit for a particular purpose. It implies a lack of appropriateness or a disadvantageous quality. It is often used to describe places or conditions that are not ideal.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΚΑΙΡΟΣ, ΑΣΥΜΦΟΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΝΕΥΘΕΤΟΣ is a compound word formed from the negative prefix ἀν- (an-), meaning 'not' or 'un-', and εὐθετός (euthetos), meaning 'suitable' or 'convenient'. Thus, it literally means 'not suitable' or 'unsuitable'.

G5225

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: hoo-PAR-khon-tos

Translations: of being, of existing, of belonging, of having, of possessing, of being present, of being available

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'to be' or 'to exist'. It describes something that is in existence, is present, or belongs to someone. It can also refer to something that is possessed or available. In the genitive case, as seen here, it often indicates possession or the source of something.

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

Synonyms: ΟΝΤΟΣ, ΕΣΤΩΤΟΣ

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Pronoun, Interjection

Sounds like: OY

Translations: the, who, they, oh

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

Inflection: Masculine, Plural, Nominative

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

G5087

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EH-then-toh

Translations: they placed, they put, they laid, they made, they appointed

Notes: This word is the third person plural aorist indicative middle or passive form of the verb 'τίθημι' (tithemi). It means 'they placed,' 'they put,' 'they laid,' 'they made,' or 'they appointed.' It describes an action completed in the past by a group of people, often with the sense of setting something down, establishing something, or designating someone for a role.

Inflection: Third person plural, Aorist, Indicative, Middle or Passive

Synonyms: ΕΘΗΚΑΝ, ΕΒΑΛΟΝ, ΕΠΟΙΗΣΑΝ

G1012

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: BOO-layn

Translations: counsel, a counsel, plan, a plan, purpose, a purpose, will, a will

Notes: This word refers to a counsel, plan, or purpose, often implying a deliberate decision or intention. It can be used to describe human plans or, frequently in the New Testament, the divine will or purpose of God. It is used in sentences to indicate the object of an action, such as 'to know the counsel' or 'to understand the plan'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΓΝΩΜΗ, ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΙΑ, ΠΡΟΘΕΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word ΒΟΥΛΗ (boulē) comes from the verb βούλομαι (boulomai), meaning 'to will, to wish, to intend'. It refers to the act or result of willing or planning.

G0321

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-nakh-THEE-nai

Translations: to put to sea, to set sail, to be led up, to be brought up, to be taken up, to be offered up

Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'anagō'. It is a compound word formed from 'ana' (up, again) and 'agō' (to lead, to bring). Depending on the context, it can mean 'to put to sea' or 'to set sail' (when referring to ships), or 'to be led up,' 'to be brought up,' or 'to be taken up' (when referring to people or things being moved upwards or to a higher place). It can also refer to something being 'offered up' in a sacrificial sense.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΙΡΩ, ΑΠΟΠΛΕΩ, ΑΝΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dy-NAI-n-toh

Translations: they might be able, they could, they may be able, they can

Notes: This word is a form of the verb 'δύναμαι' (dynamai), meaning 'to be able' or 'to have power'. It describes the capacity or possibility of someone or something to perform an action. In this form, it indicates a potential or hypothetical ability, often translated with 'might' or 'could'.

Inflection: Third Person Plural, Optative Mood, Present Tense, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΩ, ΕΞΕΣΤΙ

Etymology: The word δύναμαι (dynamai) comes from the Greek root δύν- (dyn-), meaning 'power' or 'ability'. It is related to words like 'dynamic' and 'dynamo' in English.

G2658

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: kah-tahn-TEE-sahn-tes

Translations: arriving, having arrived, coming, having come, reaching, having reached

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'καταντάω', meaning to arrive at, come to, or reach a destination. It implies the completion of a journey or the attainment of a specific point or state. It is a compound word formed from 'κατά' (down, against) and 'ἀντάω' (to meet, encounter).

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΦΘΑΝΩ, ΑΦΙΚΝΕΟΜΑΙ

G2912

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: KREE-tays

Translations: Cretan, a Cretan, (of) Crete

Notes: This word refers to a person from the island of Crete, or something pertaining to Crete. It can be used as a noun to mean 'a Cretan' or as an adjective to describe something as 'Cretan'. In the provided examples, it appears as a genitive singular noun meaning 'of Crete' (from Crete) and as a nominative singular noun meaning 'the Cretan'.

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative or Genitive

Etymology: From Κρήτη (Krētē), the island of Crete. The suffix -της is used to form demonyms, indicating a person from a place.

G0991

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: BLEH-pon-tah

Translations: seeing, looking, perceiving, observing, a seeing one, a looking one

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'to see' or 'to look'. It describes someone or something that is in the act of seeing, looking, or perceiving. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or substantively, acting as a noun itself (e.g., 'the one seeing'). In some contexts, it can also imply understanding or discerning.

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

Synonyms: ΟΡΩΝ, ΘΕΩΡΩΝ, ΕΙΔΟΤΑ

G1380

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: dox-AN-tes

Translations: having seemed, having thought, having supposed, having appeared, those who thought, when they thought

Notes: This word is a masculine plural nominative aorist active participle of the verb δοκέω (dokeō). It describes an action completed in the past, often translated as 'having seemed' or 'having thought'. It can also function adverbially, indicating the reason or time for another action, such as 'because they thought' or 'when they thought'. It refers to the subjective impression or opinion of a group of people.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative, Masculine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΝΟΜΙΣΑΝΤΕΣ, ΗΓΗΣΑΝΤΕΣ

G4286

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pro-THEH-seh-ohs

Translations: of setting forth, of a setting before, of a purpose, of a plan, of a proposal, of showbread

Notes: This word refers to the act of setting something forth or placing it before others. It can denote a purpose, a plan, or a proposal. In a specific religious context, it refers to 'showbread' or 'bread of the Presence,' which was set before God in the tabernacle or temple. It is a compound word formed from 'πρό' (pro, meaning 'before' or 'in front of') and 'θέσις' (thesis, meaning 'a placing' or 'a setting').

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΗ, ΣΚΟΠΟΣ, ΓΝΩΜΗ

G2902

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: keh-krah-TAY-keh-nai

Translations: to hold, to grasp, to seize, to take hold of, to lay hold of, to get possession of, to obtain, to prevail, to rule, to conquer, to overcome, to master, to control, to be strong, to be mighty

Notes: ΚΕΚΡΑΤΗΚΕΝΑΙ is the perfect active infinitive form of the verb ΚΡΑΤΕΩ. It means 'to have held', 'to have grasped', 'to have seized', or 'to have prevailed'. It describes an action that was completed in the past and whose results continue into the present, often implying a state of having gained or maintained control or power. It can be used in various contexts, such as holding onto something physically, seizing power, or overcoming an obstacle.

Inflection: Perfect, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΝΙΚΑΩ

G0142

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-RAN-tes

Translations: lifting, having lifted, taking up, having taken up, raising, having raised

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'αἴρω' (airō), meaning 'to lift,' 'to take up,' or 'to raise.' As a participle, it describes an action that is happening or has happened, functioning like an adjective modifying a noun while also carrying verbal force. In the provided context, it describes someone 'having lifted' or 'raising' their hands.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΣΤΑΣ, ΥΨΩΣΑΣ

G3889

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-reh-LEH-gon-toh

Translations: they sailed past, they sailed along, they sailed by

Notes: This is a compound verb, formed from the preposition παρά (para, meaning 'alongside' or 'by') and the verb λέγομαι (legomai, meaning 'to gather' or 'to pick up', but here used in a nautical sense). In this form, it describes an action of moving alongside or sailing past something. It is used to indicate that a group of people were sailing parallel to a coastline or an island.

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΠΛΕΩ, ΠΑΡΑΦΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word παραλέγομαι (paralegomai) is formed from the prefix παρά (para), meaning 'beside' or 'along', and the verb λέγομαι (legomai), which is the middle/passive voice of λέγω (legō). While λέγω often means 'to say', in this context, it derives from an older sense related to 'to gather' or 'to pick up', which evolved into nautical usage meaning 'to sail along' or 'to coast'.

G3326

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: MEH-tah

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝ, ΕΠΙ, ΠΡΟΣ

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

G4183

Part of Speech: Adverb, Adjective

Sounds like: PO-loo

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΟΛΛΑ, ΠΛΕΙΟΝ

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

G2596

Part of Speech: Prefix, Preposition

Sounds like: KAT

Translations: down, against, according to, throughout, during

Notes: This is an elided form of the Greek preposition 'κατά' (kata), which means 'down', 'against', 'according to', 'throughout', or 'during'. It is frequently used as a prefix in compound verbs and nouns, indicating a downward motion, completion, intensity, or opposition. For example, in 'κατέβη' (katebē), it means 'went down', and in 'καταπιεῖν' (katapiein), it means 'to swallow down'. The final alpha (α) is often dropped when the next word or part of the compound begins with a vowel, or when it's followed by certain consonants.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix); functions as a preposition that takes the genitive or accusative case.

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΙΣ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *kmt- 'down, with, against'. It is a common Greek preposition that has been used since ancient times.

G5188

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: too-foh-nee-KOS

Translations: typhonic, tempestuous, stormy, whirlwind-like

Notes: This adjective describes something that is like a typhoon or a violent storm. It is used to characterize something as extremely powerful, destructive, or turbulent, similar to the mythical monster Typhon or a hurricane-force wind. It can be used to describe winds, storms, or even events that are chaotic and overwhelming.

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΘΥΕΛΛΩΔΗΣ, ΧΕΙΜΕΡΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word derives from the Greek noun ΤΥΦΩΝ (Typhon), referring to a mythical monster associated with storms and whirlwinds, and later to a violent storm or hurricane itself. The suffix -ΙΚΟΣ is an adjectival ending, indicating 'pertaining to' or 'like'.

G2564

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ka-LOO-meh-nos

Translations: called, being called, named, who is called, who is named

Notes: This word is a present passive participle of the verb 'καλέω' (kaleō), meaning 'to call' or 'to name'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing someone or something that is being called or named. It can be translated as 'the one who is called' or simply 'called' or 'named'. It often introduces a descriptive phrase about a person or thing.

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

Synonyms: ΟΝΟΜΑΖΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ΠΡΟΣΑΓΟΡΕΥΟΜΕΝΟΣ

G2148

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: yoo-ra-KOO-lone

Translations: Euroclydon, a northeaster, a tempestuous wind

Notes: This is a compound word referring to a specific, violent wind. It is formed from two Greek words: ΕΥ̓ΡΟΣ (Euros), meaning 'east wind' or 'southeast wind', and ἈΚΥΛΩΝ (Aquilon), meaning 'north wind' or 'northeast wind'. It describes a strong, cyclonic wind that blows from the northeast or east, often causing great danger to ships. It is specifically mentioned in the New Testament as the name of the storm that struck Paul's ship.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The word ΕΥ̓ΡΑΚΥΛΩΝ is a compound of ΕΥ̓ΡΟΣ (Euros), referring to the southeast wind, and ἈΚΥΛΩΝ (Aquilon), referring to the northeast wind. It describes a specific type of violent, cyclonic wind.

G4884

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: soon-ar-pas-THEN-tos

Translations: of having been seized, of having been caught, of having been carried away, of having been snatched away

Notes: This word is a compound participle, formed from the prefix ΣΥΝ- (together with) and the verb ΑΡΠΑΖΩ (to seize, snatch). It describes something that has been seized, caught, or carried away, often suddenly or forcefully. As a genitive participle, it typically modifies a noun in the genitive case, indicating the subject of the action.

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

Synonyms: ΑΡΠΑΖΩ, ΣΥΛΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΝΑΡΠΑΖΩ is formed from the prefix ΣΥΝ- (meaning 'with' or 'together') and the verb ΑΡΠΑΖΩ (meaning 'to snatch', 'seize', or 'carry off'). The verb ΑΡΠΑΖΩ comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to snatch' or 'to seize'.

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: dy-NAH-meh-noo

Translations: of being able, of being powerful, of being mighty, of one being able, of one being powerful, of one being mighty

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'δύναμαι' (dynamai), meaning 'to be able' or 'to be powerful'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that possesses the ability or power to do something. In the genitive case, it often indicates possession or origin, so it can refer to 'of one who is able' or 'of that which is powerful'.

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

Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΟΝΤΟΣ, ΚΡΑΤΟΥΝΤΟΣ

G0495

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: an-tof-thal-MEIN

Translations: to face, to look in the face, to withstand, to resist

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from ἀντί (anti, 'against') and ὀφθαλμός (ophthalmos, 'eye'). It means to look someone or something directly in the eye, implying a confrontation or the act of standing against something. It is used to describe facing an opponent or withstanding a force.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΑΝΘΙΣΤΑΜΑΙ, ΑΝΤΙΤΑΣΣΟΜΑΙ, ΑΝΤΕΧΩ

Etymology: The word ἀντοφθαλμέω is a compound of the preposition ἀντί (anti), meaning 'against' or 'opposite to', and the verb ὀφθαλμέω (ophthalmeō), which is derived from ὀφθαλμός (ophthalmos), meaning 'eye'. Thus, it literally means 'to look against with the eye' or 'to face eye to eye'.

G1929

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-DON-tes

Translations: having given, having delivered, having handed over, having presented, having yielded, having surrendered

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'epididomi', meaning 'to give over' or 'to hand over'. It describes an action that has been completed, often implying a transfer of something, such as documents, a message, or even oneself in surrender. It can be used in various contexts to indicate the act of presenting or delivering something.

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΟΜΙ, ΠΑΡΑΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ

Etymology: The word ΕΠΙΔΙΔΩΜΙ (epididomi) is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕΠΙ (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'to', and the verb ΔΙΔΩΜΙ (didomi), meaning 'to give'. Thus, its core meaning relates to giving or handing over something to someone or for a specific purpose.

G3503

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: nay-SEE-on

Translations: small island, an island, a small island

Notes: This word refers to a small island. It is a diminutive form of the word ΝΗΣΟΣ (NESOS), which means 'island'. It is used to describe a landmass completely surrounded by water, emphasizing its small size. For example, one might refer to a 'small island' where a ship could anchor.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Etymology: The word ΝΗΣΙΟΝ (NESION) is a diminutive of the Greek word ΝΗΣΟΣ (NESOS), meaning 'island'. The suffix -ιον (-ion) is commonly used to form diminutives in Greek, indicating something small or lesser.

G5101

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: TEE

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

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

G5295

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: hoo-pod-RAH-mon-tes

Translations: running under, having run under, sailing under, having sailed under

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ὑποτρέχω' (hypotrechō), meaning 'to run under' or 'to sail under'. It describes an action of moving underneath something, often implying taking shelter or passing closely beneath. In a nautical context, it refers to sailing under the lee of an island or coast for protection from wind or waves. It is used to describe an action that has already occurred or is ongoing in relation to the main verb of the sentence.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΠΛΕΩ, ΥΠΟΦΕΥΓΩ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ge-NEH-sthai

Translations: to become, to be, to happen, to come to pass, to arise, to be made, to be born

Notes: This word is the aorist middle infinitive form of the verb 'γίνομαι' (ginomai). It signifies the action of coming into being, happening, or being made. It can also mean to be born or to arise. As an infinitive, it often functions like 'to become' or 'to happen' in English, frequently used after verbs that express desire, ability, or necessity.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

G4627

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: skah-FEEZ

Translations: of a trough, of a basin, of a boat, of a ship

Notes: This word refers to a hollowed-out object, such as a trough for animals, a basin, or a boat/ship. It is used here in the genitive case, indicating possession or relationship, often translated with 'of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΛΟΙΟΝ, ΝΑΥΣ, ΣΚΑΦΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΚΑΦΗ (skaphē) comes from the verb σκάπτω (skaptō), meaning 'to dig' or 'to hollow out'. It refers to something that has been dug or hollowed out.

G5260

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: hoo-po-ZOHN-noo-n-tes

Translations: undergirding, furling, girding, bracing

Notes: This word is a compound participle, meaning 'to undergird' or 'to brace from underneath'. It describes the action of wrapping ropes or cables around the hull of a ship to prevent it from breaking apart, especially during a storm. It can also be used more generally to mean 'to gird' or 'to bind beneath'.

Inflection: Present, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΖΩΝΝΥΜΙ, ΠΕΡΙΖΩΝΝΥΜΙ

Etymology: The word ΥΠΟΖΩΝΝΥΜΙ is a compound of the preposition ΥΠΟ (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'beneath', and the verb ΖΩΝΝΥΜΙ (zōnnumi), meaning 'to gird' or 'to bind'.

G4951

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: seer-TIN

Translations: quicksand, a quicksand, sandbank, a sandbank, shoal, a shoal

Notes: This word refers to a place where sand or other loose material is easily shifted by water, creating a dangerous area where ships can run aground or be trapped. It is often translated as 'quicksand' or 'sandbank'. It is used to describe a specific type of maritime hazard.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: From the verb σύρω (syrō), meaning 'to drag' or 'to draw'. It refers to something that drags or draws down, hence a place where one might be dragged down.

G1601

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-PEH-soh-sin

Translations: fall out, fall away, be cast out, be shipwrecked, fail, come to nothing

Notes: This is a compound verb meaning 'to fall out' or 'to fall away'. It can describe something literally falling, or metaphorically failing, becoming ineffective, or being cast out. In a nautical context, it can refer to being driven off course or shipwrecked. It is formed from the preposition 'ἐκ' (ek), meaning 'out of', and the verb 'πίπτω' (piptō), meaning 'to fall'.

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

Synonyms: ΠΙΠΤΩ, ΑΠΟΠΙΠΤΩ, ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ

G5465

Part of Speech: Verb Participle

Sounds like: kha-LA-san-tes

Translations: having let down, having lowered, having loosened, having relaxed

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb 'chalaō'. It describes an action that has been completed prior to the main verb of the sentence. It can mean to let down or lower something, to loosen or relax a hold, or to slacken. It is often used in contexts of lowering objects or people, or of relaxing tension.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΗΚΑΝ, ΑΝΙΗΜΙ, ΛΥΩ

G4632

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SKEV-os

Translations: vessel, a vessel, instrument, an instrument, article, an article, implement, an implement, jar, a jar, container, a container, goods, equipment

Notes: This word refers to any kind of vessel, implement, or article, often implying something useful or designed for a specific purpose. It can denote a container like a jar or pot, a tool or instrument, or more broadly, any piece of equipment or household good. Its meaning is quite versatile and depends on the context.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΓΓΕΙΟΝ, ΕΡΓΑΛΕΙΟΝ, ΟΡΓΑΝΟΝ

Etymology: The word ΣΚΕΥΟΣ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *skeu-, meaning 'to cover, to conceal'. It is related to words signifying equipment or preparation.

G5492

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: khee-mah-ZOH-meh-nohn

Translations: being storm-tossed, being distressed by a storm, being in a storm, being tempest-tossed, being wintered

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'χειμάζω', meaning 'to be in a storm' or 'to be storm-tossed'. It describes a state of being caught in severe weather, particularly a winter storm, or metaphorically, being in a state of distress or difficulty. It is used to indicate that the subject is experiencing or undergoing the action of being storm-tossed or distressed.

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

Synonyms: ΚΛΥΔΩΝΙΖΟΜΕΝΩΝ, ΤΑΡΑϹϹΟΜΕΝΩΝ

G1836

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: ex-ACE

Translations: next, following, in a row, in succession, consecutively, thereafter, subsequently

Notes: This word is an adverb meaning 'next' or 'in succession'. It is used to indicate that something follows in order, either spatially or temporally. For example, it can describe events happening one after another, or items arranged consecutively.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΙΤΑ, ΕΦΕΞΗΣ, ΚΑΘΕΞΗΣ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of', and ἑξῆς, which is related to ἔχω (echō), meaning 'to have' or 'to hold'. It conveys the idea of 'holding out' or 'following out' in sequence.

G4160

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-POY-oo-NTO

Translations: they were making, they were doing, they were performing, they were producing

Notes: This word is a verb in the imperfect tense, middle or passive voice, and third person plural. It describes an action that was ongoing or repeated in the past, performed by a group of people. In the middle voice, it means 'they were making/doing for themselves' or 'they were causing to be made/done'. In the passive voice, it means 'they were being made/done'. The specific meaning depends on the context.

Inflection: Imperfect, Indicative, Middle or Passive, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΠΡΑΤΤΩ, ΕΡΓΑΖΟΜΑΙ

G846

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: ow-TO-khee-res

Translations: with one's own hands, by one's own hand, self-murderers, suicides, murderers, a murderer, a suicide

Notes: This word is a compound noun/adjective formed from 'αὐτός' (self) and 'χείρ' (hand). It refers to someone who acts with their own hand, often implying a direct, personal involvement in an action, especially one that is violent or decisive. It can specifically mean a self-murderer or suicide, or more generally, a murderer or one who kills with their own hand. In the provided context, it likely refers to people acting directly or personally, perhaps in a destructive manner.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΑΥ̓ΤΟΦΟΝΟΣ, ΑΥ̓ΤΟΚΤΟΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek pronoun αὐτός (autos), meaning 'self' or 'same', and the noun χείρ (cheir), meaning 'hand'. It literally means 'self-hand' or 'by one's own hand'.

G2014

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-pee-FAH-ee-non-ton

Translations: appearing, shining, dawning, showing, revealing

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'appearing' or 'shining forth'. It describes something that is currently becoming visible or manifest. It is often used to describe the rising of a celestial body or the manifestation of a divine presence. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, modifying a noun or verb to indicate an ongoing action.

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

Synonyms: ΦΑΙΝΟΝΤΩΝ, ΑΝΑΤΕΛΛΟΝΤΩΝ

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEE

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

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

G3756

Part of Speech: Adverb, Particle

Sounds like: OOK

Translations: not, no

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΉ

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

G3641

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: o-li-GOO

Translations: of little, of few, a little, few, almost, nearly, a short time, a little while

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the adjective 'ὈΛΙΓΟΣ' (oligos), meaning 'little' or 'few'. As an adjective, 'ὈΛΙΓΟΥ' is typically the genitive singular masculine or neuter form, meaning 'of little' or 'of few'. It can also function adverbially, meaning 'almost' or 'nearly', indicating proximity in time, quantity, or degree. When used adverbially, it often implies 'a little more and then...' or 'just short of'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter; or Adverbial

Synonyms: ΒΡΑΧΥΣ, ΜΙΚΡΟΣ

G1945

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eh-pee-KEE-meh-noo

Translations: (of) lying upon, (of) being laid upon, (of) being imposed upon, (of) pressing upon, (of) being urgent

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἘΠΙΚΕΙΜΑΙ', meaning 'to lie upon' or 'to be laid upon'. It describes something that is resting on top of, pressing down on, or imposed upon something else. It can also refer to something that is urgent or pressing in a metaphorical sense. As a genitive participle, it often functions adjectivally or substantively, indicating possession or description, such as 'that which is lying upon' or 'of the one who is pressing'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΕΙΜΑΙ, ΕΠΙΤΙΘΗΜΙ

G3062

Part of Speech: Adjective, Noun, Adverb

Sounds like: LOY-pon

Translations: remaining, the rest, the remainder, other, finally, henceforth, for the rest

Notes: This word can function as an adjective meaning 'remaining' or 'other', a noun meaning 'the rest' or 'the remainder', or an adverb meaning 'finally', 'henceforth', or 'for the rest'. As an adjective, it describes what is left over. As a noun, it refers to the remaining portion or people. As an adverb, it introduces a concluding thought or indicates a future time.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΛΟΙΠΟΣ, ΚΑΤΑΛΟΙΠΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb λείπω (leípō), meaning 'to leave' or 'to remain'.

G4014

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: peh-ree-AY-rei-toh

Translations: was being taken away, was being removed, was being lifted off, was being taken off, was being taken around, was being carried around

Notes: This word describes an action of taking away, removing, or lifting off something, often implying a gradual or continuous process. It can also mean to be carried or taken around. The prefix 'peri-' adds a sense of 'around' or 'about' to the action of taking or lifting. It is a compound word formed from 'peri' (around) and 'haireō' (to take, lift).

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

Synonyms: ΑΙΡΩ, ΑΦΑΙΡΕΩ, ΕΞΑΙΡΕΩ

G1680

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: EL-peess

Translations: hope, a hope, expectation, a trust, a confidence

Notes: This word refers to a confident expectation, a trust, or a belief in a positive future outcome. It can describe both the act of hoping and the object of that hope. It is often used in a theological context to refer to the Christian hope in God's promises.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΙΣΤΙΣ, ΠΕΠΟΙΘΗΣΙΣ

Etymology: From an assumed base of *ελπ- (elp-), meaning 'to hope'. It is related to the verb ἐλπίζω (elpizō), 'to hope'.

G4982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: SOH-zes-thai

Translations: to be saved, to be delivered, to be preserved, to be made whole

Notes: This is the present passive infinitive form of the verb 'σῴζω' (sōzō). It means 'to be saved,' 'to be delivered,' or 'to be preserved.' It describes the state or action of someone or something being rescued, protected, or brought to safety by an external agent. It can be used in contexts of spiritual salvation, physical healing, or general preservation from danger.

Inflection: Present, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΡΥΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΣΩΖΩ, ΣΩΤΗΡΙΑ

G794

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-see-TEE-as

Translations: of abstinence from food, of fasting, of hunger, of a lack of food

Notes: This word refers to the state of being without food, often implying a period of fasting or a lack of provisions, leading to hunger. It describes a condition where food is not consumed or is unavailable.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΝΗΣΤΕΙΑ, ΛΙΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἈΣΙΤΙΑ (asitia) is derived from the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'not' or 'without', and σῖτος (sitos), meaning 'grain' or 'food'. Thus, it literally means 'without food'.

G5225

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: hoo-par-KHOO-sees

Translations: being, existing, (of) being, (of) existing, (of) having, (of) possessing

Notes: This word is a present active participle of the verb 'to be' or 'to exist', often conveying the sense of 'being' or 'existing' in a particular state or condition. It can also imply 'having' or 'possessing' something. It is used to describe a continuous state or an inherent quality of the subject. As a genitive feminine singular participle, it often functions adjectivally or substantively, modifying a feminine noun in the genitive case or standing in for such a noun.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΚΕΙΜΑΙ

G5119

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: TOH-teh

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΠΕΙΤΑ, ΕΙΤΑ, ΟΥΝ

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

G2476

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: sta-THEIS

Translations: having stood, having been appointed, having been established, having been set, having been placed

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle, meaning 'having stood' or 'having been placed/appointed/established'. It describes an action that has been completed in the past, with the subject having undergone the action. It is often used to indicate someone who has taken a stand, been positioned, or been formally appointed to a role or place.

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

Synonyms: ΤΕΘΕΙΣ, ΚΑΤΑΣΤΑΘΕΙΣ, ΑΝΑΣΤΑΣ

Etymology: The root verb ἵστημι (histēmi) comes from Proto-Indo-European *steh₂-, meaning 'to stand'. It is related to words for standing, setting, and placing in many Indo-European languages.

G1163

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-DEH-ee

Translations: it was necessary, it had to be, it behooved, one had to

Notes: This is an impersonal verb meaning 'it was necessary' or 'it had to be'. It describes something that was obligatory, proper, or destined to happen. It is often used to express a divine or moral necessity, or what was fitting or appropriate in a given situation. It typically takes an infinitive or a clause as its subject.

Inflection: Impersonal, Aorist, Indicative, Active

Etymology: The word ΔΕΙ (dei) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *deh₁- meaning 'to put, to place'. In Greek, it developed the sense of 'it is necessary' or 'it is binding'.

G3303

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction

Sounds like: MEN

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΕ, ΓΕ, ΚΑΙ

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

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.

G3867

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-RAI-noh

Translations: exhort, advise, admonish, warn, recommend, urge

Notes: This verb means to exhort, advise, or admonish someone. It implies giving counsel or warning, often with a sense of urging or encouraging a particular course of action. It can be used in contexts where one person is giving guidance or instruction to another.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΝΟΥΘΕΤΕΩ, ΠΑΡΑΚΑΛΕΩ, ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek παραίνω (parainō), from παρά (para, "beside, by") + αἰνέω (ainéō, "to praise, approve"). The sense evolved from 'to praise alongside' to 'to advise, exhort'.

G2115

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-thoo-MEIN

Translations: to be cheerful, to be of good courage, to be merry, to be happy

Notes: This word means to be cheerful, to be of good courage, or to be merry. It describes a state of inner happiness and confidence, often in the face of difficulties. It can be used to encourage someone to maintain a positive outlook or to describe someone who is in good spirits.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΧΑΙΡΩ, ἈΓΑΛΛΙΑΩ, ΕΥ̓ΦΡΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: This word is a compound of two Greek words: εὖ (eu), meaning 'well' or 'good', and θυμός (thymos), meaning 'spirit', 'courage', or 'passion'. Thus, it literally means 'to be in good spirit' or 'to have good courage'.

G0605

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-po-bo-LEE

Translations: loss, a loss, rejection, a rejection, casting away, a casting away

Notes: This word is a compound noun formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb βάλλω (ballo), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. It refers to the act of throwing away or casting off, resulting in a loss or rejection. It is used to describe the deprivation of something, often implying a negative outcome or a state of being cast aside.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ἈΠΩΛΕΙΑ, ΖΗΜΙΑ

G1063

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: gar

Translations: for, because, indeed, then, therefore

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙ, ΟΥΝ

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

G5590

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: psy-KHES

Translations: of soul, of a soul, of life, of a life, of mind, of a mind, of self, of a self

Notes: This word refers to the soul, life, mind, or self. It can denote the vital breath, the seat of emotions and intellect, or the individual person. As a genitive form, it typically indicates possession, origin, or relationship, often translated with 'of' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΝΕΥΜΑ, ΖΩΗ, ΝΟΥΣ

Etymology: The word ΨΥΧΗ (psyche) originates from the verb ψύχω (psycho), meaning 'to breathe' or 'to blow'. This connection highlights its primary meaning related to the breath of life.

G3762

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: oo-DEH-mee-ah

Translations: no one, nobody, nothing, not one, not any, no

Notes: This word is a compound negative adjective or pronoun, meaning 'no one,' 'nobody,' 'nothing,' or 'not any.' It is used to express absolute negation, emphasizing the complete absence of something or someone. It functions similarly to 'not a single one' and is often used to modify nouns or stand in for them, agreeing in gender, number, and case with the noun it refers to or replaces.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓ΔΕΝ, ΜΗΔΕΙΣ

G4133

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: PLAYN

Translations: but, nevertheless, except, only, however, save, yet, notwithstanding, (except) for

Notes: This word functions as an adverb, conjunction, or preposition, indicating an exception, contrast, or limitation. As an adverb, it means 'nevertheless' or 'only'. As a conjunction, it means 'but' or 'however', introducing a contrasting statement. As a preposition, it means 'except' or 'save', typically followed by a genitive case, indicating exclusion.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΛΛΑ, ΕΙ ΜΗ, ΧΩΡΙΣ

Etymology: From an obsolete root, possibly related to πλῆθος (plēthos, 'multitude'), suggesting a sense of 'fullness' or 'completeness' from which something is excluded.

G3936

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-ES-tee

Translations: stood by, presented, appeared, assisted, stood near, stood ready, offered, showed

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'παρίστημι' (paristēmi). It is a compound word formed from 'παρά' (para), meaning 'beside' or 'near', and 'ἵστημι' (histēmi), meaning 'to stand'. Therefore, it generally means 'to stand beside', 'to present oneself', 'to appear', 'to assist', or 'to offer'. It describes an action that occurred in the past, indicating someone or something stood by, presented themselves, or appeared in a specific situation.

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

Synonyms: ΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΕΦΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΠΑΡΕΙΜΙ

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun

Sounds like: TOW-tay

Translations: of this, to this, by this, with this, this

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the demonstrative pronoun 'οὗτος' (houtos), meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is used to point out something specific that is near the speaker or has just been mentioned. As a feminine singular form, it can function as either a genitive case, indicating possession or origin (e.g., 'of this woman'), or a dative case, indicating indirect object or means (e.g., 'to this woman' or 'by means of this'). Its precise meaning depends on the context and the preposition it might be used with.

Inflection: Feminine, Singular, Genitive or Dative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΗ, ΕΚΕΙΝΗ

Etymology: The word 'οὗτος' (houtos), from which 'ταύτῃ' is derived, is a demonstrative pronoun in Koine Greek. It is believed to have originated from a combination of the definite article and a pronominal stem, indicating proximity or reference to something previously mentioned.

G3571

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NYK-tee

Translations: to night, at night, by night, in the night

Notes: ΝΥΚΤΙ is the dative singular form of the noun ΝΥΞ (nyx), meaning 'night'. It is used to indicate the time when something occurs, often translated as 'at night', 'by night', or 'in the night'. It can also indicate the recipient of an action or the means by which something is done, though its primary use is temporal.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΣΠΕΡΑ, ΟΨΕ

Etymology: The word ΝΥΞ (nyx) comes from Proto-Indo-European *nokʷts, meaning 'night'. It is related to similar words for night in many Indo-European languages.

G3756, G3757

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.

G1510

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-MEE

Translations: I am, to be, exist, happen

Notes: This is the Koine Greek verb 'to be', 'to exist', or 'to happen'. It is a fundamental and highly irregular verb, often used as a copula (a linking verb) to connect the subject of a sentence to a predicate noun or adjective, indicating identity or a state of being. It can also indicate existence or occurrence. For example, 'Ἐγὼ εἰμι' translates to 'I am'.

Inflection: First person singular, Present, Indicative, Active

Synonyms: ΥΠΑΡΧΩ, ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: This verb is one of the oldest and most fundamental verbs in the Greek language, tracing its origins back to Proto-Indo-European roots. It has cognates in many other Indo-European languages.

G1473

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: eh-GOH

Translations: I, me

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

Inflection: First Person, Singular, Nominative

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

G3000

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: lah-TREH-oo-oh

Translations: to serve, to worship, to minister, to render religious service

Notes: This verb means to serve, especially in a religious or sacred context, implying devotion and worship. It describes the act of rendering service to a deity or performing religious duties. It can be used to express the act of worshipping God or serving Him through one's actions.

Inflection: Present, Active, Indicative, First Person Singular

Synonyms: ΔΟΥΛΕΥΩ, ΠΡΟΣΚΥΝΕΩ, ΘΕΡΑΠΕΥΩ

Etymology: From λάτρις (latris, "a hired servant"), which is of uncertain origin. It refers to the service rendered by a hired servant, which evolved to mean service or worship rendered to a deity.

G0032

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ANG-geh-los

Translations: angel, a angel, messenger, a messenger

Notes: This word refers to a messenger, envoy, or one who is sent to deliver a message. In a religious context, it commonly refers to a divine messenger or an angel. It is a masculine noun and is frequently used in the New Testament to describe both human and divine agents.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΗΡΥΞ, ΔΙΑΚΟΝΟΣ

Etymology: From an assumed primary verb meaning 'to bring tidings'. It is related to the idea of sending or conveying a message.

G1163

Part of Speech: Impersonal Verb

Sounds like: DEH-ee

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΧΡΗ, ΑΝΑΓΚΗ ΕΣΤΙΝ

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

G3936

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pah-rah-STAY-nye

Translations: to stand by, to present, to appear, to be present, to assist, to offer, to place beside

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to stand by, to present, or to appear. It is often used in contexts where someone or something is brought into the presence of another, or where one takes a stand beside someone to assist them. It can also mean to offer something or to be present in a place.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΠΑΡΕΙΜΙ, ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΙΣΤΗΜΙ is a compound of the preposition ΠΑΡΑ (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb ΙΣΤΗΜΙ (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'. Thus, it literally means 'to stand beside' or 'to place beside'.

G4771

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: SOY

Translations: (to) you, (for) you, you

Notes: This is the second-person singular dative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'to you' or 'for you'. It can also simply translate as 'you' when the context implies a dative relationship, such as indirect object or a recipient of an action. It is used to indicate the person to whom something is given, said, or done, or for whom an action is performed. For example, 'I give to you' or 'I do this for you'.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Second Person

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is a very ancient pronoun, found across many Indo-European languages.

G2316

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: THEH-os

Translations: God, a God, Lord

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

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, ΠΑΤΗΡ

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

G1352

Part of Speech: Conjunction

Sounds like: DEE-oh

Translations: therefore, wherefore, for this reason, on account of which

Notes: This is a compound conjunction formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'on account of', and the relative pronoun ὅ (ho), meaning 'which'. It is used to introduce a consequence or conclusion, indicating that what follows is a result of what has just been stated. It functions similarly to 'therefore' or 'for this reason' in English.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΑ ΤΟΥΤΟ, ΟΥΝ, ΑΡΑ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'on account of', and the neuter accusative singular of the relative pronoun ὅ (ho), meaning 'which'.

G2596

Part of Speech: Preposition, Prefix

Sounds like: kath

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΔΙΑ

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

G2980

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: leh-LAH-lee-tai

Translations: it has been spoken, it has been said, it has been declared

Notes: This word is the third person singular, perfect indicative passive form of the verb 'λαλέω' (laleō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to say'. The perfect tense indicates an action completed in the past with continuing results in the present. As a passive verb, the subject is the recipient of the action, meaning 'it has been spoken' or 'it has been said'. It is used to convey that something has been stated or communicated, and that statement holds true or has an ongoing effect.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΡΗΤΑΙ, ΛΕΛΕΚΤΑΙ

G1601

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-PEH-sain

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

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

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΙΠΤΩ, ΑΠΟΠΙΠΤΩ, ΑΠΟΒΑΛΛΩ

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

G5067

Part of Speech: Adjective, Ordinal Number

Sounds like: tes-sa-res-KAI-de-tee

Translations: fourteenth, a fourteenth, the fourteenth

Notes: This word is an ordinal number meaning 'fourteenth'. It is a compound word formed from 'τέσσαρες' (four) and 'δέκα' (ten), with the suffix '-τη' indicating the ordinal form. It is used to denote the position in a sequence, such as 'the fourteenth day' or 'the fourteenth hour'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Koine Greek words 'τέσσαρες' (tessares), meaning 'four', and 'δέκα' (deka), meaning 'ten', with the ordinal suffix '-τη'.

G3571

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: NYX

Translations: night, a night

Notes: This word refers to the period of darkness between sunset and sunrise. It is commonly used to denote the time when the sun is not visible, often associated with sleep, darkness, or the absence of light. It can also be used metaphorically to describe a period of obscurity or trouble.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΚΟΤΟΣ, ΕΣΠΕΡΑ

Etymology: This word comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'night'. It is cognate with words for 'night' in many other Indo-European languages, such as Latin 'nox' and English 'night'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-GEH-neh-toh

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΜΙ, ΥΠΑΡΧΩ

G1308

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: dee-ah-feh-roh-MEH-nohn

Translations: being carried through, being carried about, being driven, differing, excelling, being better, being important

Notes: This is a compound word formed from διά (dia, 'through, apart') and φέρω (pherō, 'to carry, bear'). As a participle, it describes an action that is ongoing or completed in relation to the main verb of the sentence. It can mean 'being carried through' or 'being carried about,' often referring to being driven by wind or current. It can also mean 'differing,' 'excelling,' or 'being important,' depending on the context, indicating a distinction or superiority.

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

Synonyms: ΦΕΡΩ, ΕΞΕΧΩ, ΔΙΑΚΡΙΝΩ

G0001

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: AH-dree-ah

Translations: Hadria, Adriatic Sea

Notes: This word refers to either the Roman emperor Hadrian (Ἀδριανός) or the Adriatic Sea. In the context of a person's name, it refers to Hadrian. When referring to a geographical location, it denotes the Adriatic Sea, which is the body of water between Italy and the Balkan Peninsula. It is used to specify a particular person or a specific body of water.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Etymology: From Latin 'Hadria', referring to a town in Picenum, Italy, which gave its name to the Adriatic Sea. The emperor Hadrian's family came from this region.

G5282

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: hoo-peh-NO-oon

Translations: they supposed, they suspected, they surmised, they thought, they imagined

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to suppose, suspect, surmise, or imagine. It describes the act of forming an opinion or belief based on incomplete evidence or intuition. It is often used to express what someone thought or believed, especially when that thought or belief might be incorrect or unconfirmed.

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

Synonyms: ΔΟΚΕΩ, ΟΙΟΜΑΙ, ΝΟΜΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word ὑπονοέω (hyponeoeō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ὑπό (hypo), meaning 'under' or 'secretly', and νοέω (noeō), meaning 'to perceive, think, or understand'. Thus, it literally means 'to think secretly' or 'to think under the surface'.

G4317

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-AH-gayn

Translations: to bring to, to bring near, to lead to, to offer, to approach

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb ΠΡΟΣΑΓΩ. It means to bring something or someone to a particular place or person, to lead them near, or to offer something, such as a sacrifice. It can also mean to approach or draw near oneself. It is often used in contexts of presenting or introducing.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΦΕΡΩ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ, ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek πρός (pros, "to, toward") and ἄγω (agō, "to lead, to bring"). It literally means "to lead towards" or "to bring to."

G0906

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: boh-LEE-san-tes

Translations: having sounded, having taken soundings, having cast the lead

Notes: ΒΟΛΙΣΑΝΤΕΣ is the Aorist Active Participle of the verb βολίζω (bolizo), meaning 'to cast a lead line' or 'to take soundings' (to measure the depth of water). As a participle, it describes an action completed prior to the main verb in a sentence. It can be translated as 'having sounded' or 'when they had sounded', indicating that the action of sounding was finished before another event occurred.

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

G3712

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: or-GY-ee-as

Translations: fathom, of a fathom, fathoms

Notes: This word refers to a unit of measurement, specifically a fathom, which is the distance between a person's outstretched arms, typically about six feet or 1.8 meters. It is used to describe depth, especially in water, or sometimes length. In the provided form, it can indicate possession (of a fathom) or be used as a direct object (fathoms).

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine or Plural, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: From the Greek verb ὀρέγω (oregō), meaning 'to stretch out', referring to the length of outstretched arms.

G1024

Part of Speech: Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: BRA-khoo

Translations: short, brief, little, a little, for a short time, briefly, in a short time, by little, gradually

Notes: This word primarily means 'short' or 'brief', referring to duration of time or physical length. It can be used as an adjective to describe something as short or brief. When used adverbially, often with a preposition like 'κατά' (kata), it can mean 'briefly', 'for a short time', 'by little', or 'gradually'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative

Synonyms: ΟΛΙΓΟΣ, ΜΙΚΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word 'βραχύς' (brachys) comes from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'short'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of shortness or brevity.

G1293

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective, Adverb

Sounds like: dee-as-TEE-san-tes

Translations: having stood apart, having separated, having withdrawn, having gone a little further

Notes: This word is a compound participle derived from the verb ΔΙΑΣΤΗΜΙ (diastēmi), meaning 'to stand apart' or 'to separate'. It describes an action that has been completed in the past, indicating that the subject has moved away or created a distance. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, describing how an action was performed.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΧΩΡΗΣΑΝΤΕΣ, ΧΩΡΙΣΑΝΤΕΣ

G3381

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: MAY-poo

Translations: lest perhaps, perhaps, perchance, whether perhaps

Notes: ΜΗΠΟΥ is a particle used to express doubt or apprehension, often introducing a clause that one fears might happen. It combines the negative particle μή (not, lest) with the indefinite particle που (somewhere, perhaps). It can be translated as 'lest perhaps' when expressing a fear, or simply 'perhaps' or 'whether perhaps' when indicating uncertainty.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΗ, ΠΟΥ

Etymology: From the negative particle μή (mē, 'not, lest') and the indefinite particle που (pou, 'somewhere, perhaps').

G4496

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: RHIP-san-tes

Translations: having thrown, having cast, having thrown down, having cast down, having thrown oneself, having cast oneself

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ρίπτω' (rhiptō), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, functioning like an adjective to modify a noun or pronoun, indicating that the subject has performed the action of throwing or casting. It can be used transitively, meaning to throw something, or reflexively, meaning to throw oneself (down).

Inflection: Aorist Active Participle, Nominative, Masculine, Plural

Synonyms: ΒΑΛΛΩ, ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΒΑΛΛΩ

G2212

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: zay-TOON-tone

Translations: (of) those seeking, (of) those searching, (of) those desiring, (of) those inquiring

Notes: This word is a present active participle derived from the verb 'ζητέω' (zēteō), meaning 'to seek,' 'to search for,' 'to desire,' or 'to inquire.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or a noun, describing an action or the one performing it. In this form, it refers to 'those who are seeking' or 'those who are searching.' It is often used to describe people actively engaged in a quest or pursuit, whether for knowledge, a person, or a specific outcome.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΕΡΕΥΝΑΩ

G5455

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kha-la-SAN-ton

Translations: letting down, lowering, loosening, slackening, unfastening

Notes: This word describes the action of letting something down, lowering it, or loosening its hold. It can refer to lowering an object, such as a boat or a basket, or to slackening a rope or a grip. It implies a release of tension or a downward movement. In a sentence, it would typically be used to describe someone performing this action on an object.

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

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΑΝΙΗΜΙ

G2281

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: tha-LAS-san

Translations: sea, a sea

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

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΩΚΕΑΝΟΣ

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

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: MEL-lon-TON

Translations: (of) those about to, (of) future (things/people), (of) those going to, (of) those intending to

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'μέλλω' (mellō), which means 'to be about to', 'to intend to', or 'to be destined to'. As a participle, it describes someone or something that is on the verge of doing something or that pertains to the future. It often indicates an imminent action or a future state.

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

Synonyms: ΕΤΟΙΜΩΝ, ΜΕΛΛΟΝΤΕΣ, ΜΕΛΛΟΥΣΩΝ

G1614

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-TAY-neen

Translations: to stretch out, to extend, to reach out, to prolong

Notes: This word means to stretch out, extend, or reach out, often referring to a physical action like stretching out a hand or a limb. It can also be used in a more abstract sense to mean to prolong or lengthen something. It is commonly used in contexts where someone is reaching out for healing, help, or to perform an action.

Inflection: Present Active Infinitive

Synonyms: ἘΚΤΕΝΩ, ἘΚΤΕΝΝΥΜΙ

Etymology: From the preposition ἘΚ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ΤΕΙΝΩ (teinō), meaning 'to stretch'. Thus, it literally means 'to stretch out from'.

G1437

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.

G3306

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: meh-NOH-sin

Translations: they may remain, they may abide, they may stay, they may endure

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'menō', meaning 'to remain', 'to abide', 'to stay', or 'to endure'. It describes an action that a group of people or things might do, such as staying in a place or continuing in a state. It is often used in contexts where there is a condition or possibility.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Subjunctive, 3rd Person, Plural

Synonyms: ΥΠΟΜΕΝΩ, ΔΙΑΜΕΝΩ

Etymology: The word 'menō' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *men- meaning 'to remain, to stay'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of stability or remaining in place.

G4982

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: so-THEE-nai

Translations: to be saved, to be delivered, to be preserved, to be made whole

Notes: This word is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'σῴζω' (sōzō). It means 'to be saved,' 'to be delivered,' 'to be preserved,' or 'to be made whole.' It is used to express the action of being rescued or brought to safety, whether physically, spiritually, or from danger or destruction. For example, it can refer to being saved from sin, illness, or death.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΡΥΟΜΑΙ, ΔΙΑΣΩΖΩ, ΣΩΤΗΡΙΑ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: doo-NAH-stheh

Translations: you are able, you can, you may, you all are able, you all can, you all may

Notes: This word means 'to be able', 'to have power', or 'to be strong enough'. It is often used in conjunction with an infinitive verb, indicating the ability or capacity to perform an action. For example, 'you are able to do something'. It can also imply permission or possibility.

Inflection: Second Person, Plural, Present Tense, Indicative Mood, Middle or Passive Voice

Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΩ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΖΩ

Etymology: The word δύναμαι (dynamai) comes from the root δύνα- (dyna-), meaning 'power' or 'ability'. It is related to words like δύναμις (dynamis, 'power') and δυνατός (dynatos, 'powerful').

G0609

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-peh-KOP-san

Translations: they cut off, they cut away, they severed

Notes: This word is a compound verb, formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb κόπτω (koptō), meaning 'to cut' or 'to strike'. Therefore, ἀποκόπτω means 'to cut off' or 'to sever'. It is used to describe the action of detaching something by cutting it away from a larger whole. For example, it can refer to cutting off limbs, ropes, or other objects.

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

Synonyms: ΚΟΠΤΩ, ΤΕΜΝΩ

G4623

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: skhoy-NEE-ah

Translations: ropes, cords, lines, measuring lines

Notes: This word refers to ropes, cords, or lines, often made from rushes or reeds. It can be used for various purposes, such as binding, measuring, or as part of clothing or equipment. In some contexts, it can specifically refer to a measuring line or a measuring tape.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΩΔΙΑ, ΔΕΣΜΑ

Etymology: The word ΣΧΟΙΝΟΣ (schoinos) comes from the Greek word for 'rush' or 'reed', as ropes were often made from these materials.

G1439

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ee-AH-san

Translations: they permitted, they allowed, they let, they suffered

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to permit,' 'to allow,' or 'to let go.' It describes an action where a group of people gave permission or did not prevent something from happening. For example, 'they allowed him to go' or 'they permitted the action.'

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΡΕΠΩ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἐάω (eaō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the root *se- meaning 'to send, throw.'

G0891

Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: AKH-ree

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

Notes: This word functions as a preposition, conjunction, or adverb, indicating a limit in time or space. As a preposition, it means 'until' or 'up to' and is typically followed by the genitive case. As a conjunction, it means 'until' or 'while', introducing a clause that specifies a time limit. As an adverb, it can mean 'even to' or 'as far as'. It denotes a point or period that something reaches or continues.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΕΧΡΙ, ΕΩΣ, ΑΧΡΙΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the Greek word ἄκρος (akros), meaning 'highest' or 'extreme', suggesting a sense of reaching a limit or extremity.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-MEL-len

Translations: was about to, was going to, intended to, was destined to

Notes: This word is the imperfect active indicative third person singular form of the verb μέλλω (mellō). It is often used as an auxiliary verb, indicating that an action was on the point of happening, was intended, or was destined to occur. It conveys a sense of imminence or future intention from a past perspective. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'He was about to leave' or 'She intended to speak'.

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

Synonyms: ἘΠΙΧΕΙΡΕΩ, ΒΟΥΛΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The verb μέλλω (mellō) comes from Proto-Indo-European. It is related to words meaning 'to delay' or 'to be concerned with'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ghee-NES-thai

Translations: to become, to happen, to be, to come into being, to be born, to arise, to come to pass

Notes: This verb is very common in Koine Greek and has a broad range of meanings, primarily related to something coming into existence, happening, or changing state. It can describe a process of becoming, an event taking place, or a person being born. It is often used impersonally to mean 'it happened' or 'it came to pass'.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΓΕΝΝΑΩ, ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΜΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *ǵenh₁-, meaning 'to produce, beget, give birth'. It is related to words like 'genesis' and 'generate' in English.

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pa-reh-KAH-lei

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΕΟΜΑΙ, ΠΑΡΑΚΛΗΤΟΣ, ΠΑΡΑΙΝΕΩ

G0537

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-PAN-tas

Translations: all, every, the whole, everyone

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'all', 'every', or 'the whole'. It is used to indicate the entirety of a group or quantity. In this form, it is the masculine or feminine accusative plural, meaning it refers to 'all' or 'everyone' as the direct object of a verb, or after a preposition that takes the accusative case.

Inflection: Plural, Accusative, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΑΣ, ΟΛΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἅπας (hapas) is a compound word formed from the prefix ἁ- (ha-), meaning 'together' or 'one and the same', and πᾶς (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It emphasizes the totality or completeness of something.

G5067

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: tes-sa-res-kai-DEK-a-teen

Translations: fourteenth, a fourteenth

Notes: This word is an ordinal adjective meaning 'fourteenth'. It is used to indicate the position in a sequence, such as 'the fourteenth day' or 'the fourteenth hour'. It is a compound word formed from 'τέσσαρες' (four), 'καί' (and), and 'δέκα' (ten), literally meaning 'four and tenth'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Koine Greek words 'τέσσαρες' (tessares, meaning 'four'), 'καί' (kai, meaning 'and'), and 'δέκα' (deka, meaning 'ten'), with the suffix '-τος' forming the ordinal number. It literally means 'four and tenth'.

G4328

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-doh-KOHN-tes

Translations: expecting, waiting for, looking for, anticipating

Notes: This word is a present active participle, meaning 'expecting' or 'waiting for'. It describes someone who is actively anticipating something or someone. It is often used to indicate a state of hopeful or anxious expectation, and can be used to describe people who are looking forward to a future event or the arrival of a person.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΜΕΝΟΝΤΕΣ, ΠΡΟΣΔΕΧΟΜΕΝΟΙ, ΑΠΕΚΔΕΧΟΜΕΝΟΙ

G4355

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pros-lah-bo-MEH-noy

Translations: having taken to oneself, having received, having taken along, having taken, having assumed, having welcomed

Notes: This word is an aorist middle participle of the verb 'προσλαμβάνω' (proslambanō), which means 'to take to oneself,' 'to receive,' 'to take along,' or 'to welcome.' As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred and often functions adverbially, indicating the circumstances or cause of the main verb's action. It is a compound word formed from 'πρός' (pros), meaning 'to' or 'towards,' and 'λαμβάνω' (lambanō), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive.'

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ

G3778

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: TOO-toh

Translations: this, that, it, a this, a that

Notes: ΤΟΥΤΟ is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. It is the neuter singular form and can function as either the nominative or accusative case. As a pronoun, it refers to a specific thing or concept, often pointing it out. As an adjective, it modifies a neuter singular noun, indicating 'this' or 'that' particular noun. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'this thing' or 'that matter'.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΥΤΟΣ, ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΟΥΤΟΣ (houtos) is a demonstrative pronoun in Koine Greek, meaning 'this' or 'that'. Its origin is ancient, deriving from Proto-Indo-European roots that conveyed the idea of proximity or pointing.

G2983

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: lah-BOHN

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΚΟΜΙΣΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΔΕΞΑΜΕΝΟΣ, ΕΙΛΗΦΩΣ

G1799

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: en-OH-pee-on

Translations: before, in the presence of, in the sight of, (of) before, (of) in the presence of, (of) in the sight of

Notes: This word functions as an adverb meaning 'before' or 'in the presence of'. It can also be used as a preposition with the genitive case, meaning 'in the presence of' or 'in the sight of' someone or something. It often conveys the idea of being directly in front of, or under the observation of, another.

Inflection: Does not inflect (as an adverb); functions as a preposition with the genitive case.

Synonyms: ἘΜΠΡΟΣΘΕΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΩΠΙΟΝ

Etymology: This word is a compound formed from the preposition ἘΝ (en, meaning 'in') and the noun ὬΨ (ōps, meaning 'face' or 'eye'). It literally means 'in the face of' or 'in the sight of'.

G2806

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: klah-SAS

Translations: breaking, having broken, after breaking

Notes: ΚΛΑΣΑΣ is the aorist active participle of the verb κλάω, meaning 'to break'. As a participle, it describes an action performed by the subject, often indicating an action that occurred prior to or concurrently with the main verb of the sentence. It can be translated as 'breaking' or 'having broken', depending on the context.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΤΡΙΒΩ, ΡΗΓΝΥΜΙ

Etymology: The verb κλάω (klaō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to break'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also convey the sense of breaking or splitting.

G0756

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eer-XAH-toh

Translations: began, started

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΝΑΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΑΤΑΡΧΟΜΑΙ

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

G2115

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: yoo-THOO-moy

Translations: cheerful, courageous, happy, joyful, good-spirited

Notes: This word describes someone who is cheerful, courageous, or in good spirits. It is often used to indicate a state of mind characterized by happiness, confidence, or a lack of fear, even in difficult circumstances. It can be used to describe people who are brave or optimistic.

Inflection: Plural, Nominative or Vocative, Masculine or Feminine; or Plural, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΧΑΙΡΩΝ, ΕΥ̓ΦΡΑΙΝΟΜΕΝΟΣ, ἹΛΑΡΟΣ

G4355

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-el-AH-bon-toh

Translations: they took to themselves, they received, they took along, they admitted, they welcomed, they ate, they partook

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition πρός (pros, meaning 'to, toward') and the verb λαμβάνω (lambano, meaning 'to take, receive'). It means to take or receive someone or something to oneself, often implying a welcoming or hospitable act, or to take food. It can also mean to take someone along with oneself, or to admit someone into a group. In some contexts, it refers to partaking of food.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle Voice, Indicative Mood, 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΥΠΟΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ

Part of Speech: Definite Article, Relative Pronoun, Interjection, Prefix, Numeral

Sounds like: AI

Translations: the, who, which, alas, oh, 11

Notes: The word 'ΑΙ' can function in several ways in Koine Greek. Most commonly, it is the feminine nominative plural form of the definite article, meaning 'the' (referring to multiple feminine nouns). It can also be the feminine nominative plural form of the relative pronoun, meaning 'who' or 'which'. Less frequently, it can be an interjection expressing sorrow or pain, similar to 'alas' or 'oh'. It can also appear as a prefix in compound words. Additionally, 'ΑΙ' can represent the number 11 when used as a numerical symbol (alpha-iota). It is also possible for 'ΑΙ' to be an elision or contraction of other words, such as 'ἀεί' (always) or 'ἄγε' (come on!), though this is less common in the New Testament.

Inflection: Feminine, Nominative, Plural (for article and pronoun); Does not inflect (for interjection, prefix, and numeral)

Etymology: The origin of 'ΑΙ' as a definite article and relative pronoun is from Proto-Indo-European. Its use as an interjection is onomatopoeic.

G1537, G1803

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: eks

Translations: out of, from, by, of, six

Notes: This word can function in two main ways. As a preposition, it means 'out of' or 'from', indicating origin, source, or separation. It is always used with the genitive case. It can also denote the agent or cause of something. As a numeral, it means 'six'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΠΟ, ΕΚ, ΕΞΑ

Etymology: As a preposition, it comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'out'. As a numeral, it comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'six'.

G2880

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: kor-es-THEN-tes

Translations: having been satisfied, having eaten enough, having been filled, having been sated

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'korennumi', meaning 'to satisfy' or 'to fill'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred, indicating that the subject has been completely satisfied or filled, often in the context of food or drink. It functions like an adjective or adverb, modifying a noun or verb to show the state or action of being satisfied.

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

Synonyms: ΕΜΠΙΠΛΑΩ, ΠΛΗΡΟΩ

Etymology: The word 'korennumi' is derived from the Greek root 'koros', meaning 'satiety' or 'surfeit'. It is related to the idea of having enough or being full.

G2892

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-KOO-fih-zon

Translations: they were lightening, they lightened, they were making light, they made light

Notes: This word is an imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'κουφίζω' (kouphizō), meaning 'to lighten' or 'to make light'. The imperfect tense describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, or an action that was in progress. Therefore, 'ἐκούφιζον' means 'they were lightening' or 'they were making light', implying a continuous effort to reduce weight or burden.

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

Synonyms: ΕΛΑΦΡΥΝΩ

G1544

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ek-BAL-loh-men-oy

Translations: casting out, throwing out, being cast out, being thrown out, expelling, driving out

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb ἐκβάλλω. It describes an action of casting, throwing, or driving out. While its form is middle or passive, in many contexts, especially when followed by a direct object, it takes on an active meaning, indicating the subject is performing the action of casting out. It can be used to describe someone who is in the process of expelling something or someone.

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

Synonyms: ΡΙΠΤΩ, ΕΞΩΘΕΩ, ΑΠΟΒΑΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word ἐκβάλλω is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb βάλλω (ballō), meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'.

G4621

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SEE-tos

Translations: grain, a grain, corn, a corn, wheat, a wheat, food, a food

Notes: This word refers to grain, especially wheat, or more generally, food. It is often used in contexts related to agriculture, provisions, or sustenance. It can be used to describe the crop itself or the prepared food derived from it.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΙΤΕΙΑ, ΣΙΤΙΟΝ

Etymology: The word "σῖτος" (sitos) is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It has been used in Greek since ancient times to refer to grain or food.

G3753

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OH-teh

Translations: when, whenever, at which time

Notes: This word functions as a temporal adverb or conjunction, indicating a point or period in time. It is used to introduce a clause that specifies when an action occurs or occurred, similar to 'when' or 'whenever' in English. It can refer to a specific past event or a general, recurring condition.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΗΝΙΚΑ, ΟΠΟΤΕ

Etymology: From the demonstrative pronoun 'ho' (the) and the particle 'te' (then, at that time). It originally meant 'at that time when'.

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYN

Translations: earth, an earth, land, a land, ground, a ground, country, a country, region, a region

Notes: ΓΗΝ is the accusative singular form of the noun ΓΗ, meaning 'earth', 'land', 'ground', 'country', or 'region'. It is used to indicate the direct object of a verb or the destination of motion, often translated as 'to the earth' or 'into the land' depending on the context and accompanying prepositions. It can refer to the planet, a specific territory, or the soil itself.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΓΕΑ

G1921

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-gi-NOH-skon

Translations: were recognizing, were knowing fully, were understanding, were perceiving

Notes: This word is an imperfect active indicative form of the verb 'epiginōskō', which is a compound word formed from 'epi' (upon, in addition) and 'ginōskō' (to know). It means to know fully, to recognize, to understand completely, or to perceive. In its imperfect tense, it describes an ongoing or repeated action in the past, indicating that someone was in the process of recognizing or knowing something.

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

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΩΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ

Etymology: The verb 'epiginōskō' is formed from the preposition 'epi' (upon, in addition) and the verb 'ginōskō' (to know). The prefix 'epi' intensifies the meaning of 'ginōskō', suggesting a more complete or thorough knowledge.

G2657

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-teh-NO-oon

Translations: they were observing, they were considering, they were understanding, they were perceiving

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to observe carefully, to consider, to understand, or to perceive. It implies a deeper level of attention and comprehension than simply seeing or looking. It is often used to describe a mental process of grasping the meaning or significance of something. It can be used in sentences where someone is paying close attention to details or trying to comprehend a situation.

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

Synonyms: ΒΛΕΠΩ, ΟΡΑΩ, ΣΥΝΙΗΜΙ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΝΟΕΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (KATA), meaning 'down' or 'thoroughly', and the verb ΝΟΕΩ (NOEO), meaning 'to perceive, to think, to understand'. The combination suggests a thorough or complete understanding.

G2192

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

G0001

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ai-gee-ah-LON

Translations: seashore, a seashore, coast, a coast, beach, a beach, shore, a shore

Notes: This word refers to the seashore, coast, or beach. It is typically used to describe the land bordering a sea or lake, often where waves break. It can be used in sentences like 'They walked along the seashore' or 'The ship landed on the beach.'

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΠΑΡΑΛΙΑ, ΑΚΤΗ

Etymology: The word Αἰγιαλός is of uncertain origin, possibly derived from αἶγες (aiges, 'waves') and ἅλς (hals, 'sea').

G1519, G1487, G1488

Part of Speech: Preposition, Conjunction, Verb

Sounds like: E

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

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

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

G1856

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eks-OH-sai

Translations: to cast out, to drive out, to expel, to thrust out, to push out

Notes: This word means to cast out, drive out, or expel someone or something. It implies a forceful removal or expulsion. It is often used in contexts where someone is being removed from a place, position, or group, or when an object is being pushed away.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΩΚΩ, ΕΚΤΙΝΑΣΣΩ

Etymology: The word ἘΞΩΘΕΩ (exōtheō) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ὠθέω (ōtheō), meaning 'to push' or 'to thrust'. Thus, it literally means 'to push out' or 'to thrust out'.

G4014

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: peh-ree-EL-on-tes

Translations: taking away, removing, cutting off, having taken away, when they had taken away

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb περιαιρέω (periaireō), which means 'to take away from around', 'to remove', or 'to cut off'. It describes an action of removal or separation. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing the subject performing the action or the circumstances under which an action occurs. In this form, it indicates an action completed in the past relative to the main verb, often translated as 'having taken away' or 'when they had taken away'.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΦΑΙΡΕΩ, ΑΠΟΚΟΠΤΩ

G0447

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-NEN-tes

Translations: having let go, having loosed, having released, having relaxed, having given up, having neglected

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle derived from the verb ἀνίημι, meaning 'to let go,' 'to loose,' or 'to release.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has been completed. It often implies a cessation of effort, a relaxation of tension, or the act of giving up something. For example, it could describe someone who has released a rope or relaxed their grip.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ἈΦΙΗΜΙ, ΛΥΩ, ΧΑΛΑΩ

G2201

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: zevk-tee-REE-as

Translations: of ropes, of cables, of rudder-bands

Notes: This word refers to ropes, cables, or bands used for binding or securing something, particularly in a nautical context, such as the ropes used to secure or control the rudders of a ship. It is a compound word derived from the verb meaning 'to yoke' or 'to join'.

Inflection: Plural, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΜΟΙ, ΣΧΟΙΝΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΖΕΥΚΤΗΡΙΑ (zeuktēria) comes from the verb ζεύγνυμι (zeugnymi), meaning 'to yoke' or 'to join', which itself is derived from the Proto-Indo-European root *yug- meaning 'to join' or 'to yoke'.

G1869

Part of Speech: Verb Participle

Sounds like: ep-ah-RAN-tes

Translations: having lifted up, having raised, having hoisted, having taken up

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb ἐπαίρω (epairō), meaning 'to lift up,' 'to raise,' or 'to hoist.' As a participle, it describes an action that has been completed, often functioning adverbially to indicate the circumstances or cause of the main verb's action. It can be used in contexts such as lifting one's eyes, raising a hand, or hoisting a sail.

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

Synonyms: ΑΙΡΩ, ΑΝΑΙΡΩ, ΥΨΟΩ

G4045

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: peh-ree-peh-SON-tes

Translations: having fallen upon, having fallen among, having encountered, having run into, having met with

Notes: This word is a compound participle derived from the verb περιπίπτω (peripiptō), meaning 'to fall around' or 'to fall upon'. It describes an action of encountering or running into something, often unexpectedly or by chance. It is used to indicate that the subject has come into contact with or found themselves in a particular situation or place.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Plural

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΝΤΑΩ, ΕΜΠΙΠΤΩ

G1367

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: dee-tha-LAHS-son

Translations: where two seas meet, a place where two seas meet, two-sided by water

Notes: This is a compound word formed from 'δι-' (di-), meaning 'two' or 'double', and 'θάλασσα' (thalassa), meaning 'sea'. It describes a place where two bodies of water meet or where a strip of land is bordered by two seas. It is used to refer to a geographical location, such as an isthmus or a sandbar, that is surrounded or met by two seas.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Etymology: The word ΔΙΘΑΛΑΣΣΟΣ is a compound of the prefix ΔΙ- (di-), meaning 'two' or 'double', and ΘΑΛΑΣΣΑ (thalassa), meaning 'sea'.

G1949

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-peh-KAY-lan

Translations: ran aground, beached, stranded

Notes: This is a verb meaning 'to run aground' or 'to beach' a ship. It describes the action of a vessel becoming stuck on the bottom of a body of water, often intentionally to land or unintentionally due to shallow water or an obstacle. It is a compound word formed from 'ἐπί' (epi), meaning 'upon' or 'on', and 'κέλλω' (kello), meaning 'to drive ashore' or 'to land'.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Active, Third Person Plural

Synonyms: ΕΚΠΙΠΤΩ, ΠΡΟΣΟΚΕΛΛΩ

G3588, G3739, G2228

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

Sounds like: AY

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

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

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

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

G2037

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: eh-REI-sas-ah

Translations: having fixed firmly, having stuck fast, having run aground

Notes: This word is the aorist active participle of the verb ἐρείδω, meaning to fix firmly, to stick fast, or to run aground. It describes an action completed in the past, indicating that the subject has performed the action of fixing or sticking firmly. It is often used to describe a ship running aground or becoming immovably fixed.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine, Aorist Active Participle

Synonyms: ΠΗΓΝΥΜΙ, ΣΤΗΡΙΖΩ

G3306

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-MEI-nen

Translations: remained, abode, stayed, endured, continued

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'μένω' (menō), meaning 'to remain,' 'to abide,' 'to stay,' or 'to endure.' It describes an action that occurred in the past and was completed. It can be used to indicate that someone or something stayed in a particular place, continued in a certain state, or persevered through a situation.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΙΖΩ, ΠΑΡΑΜΕΝΩ, ΥΠΟΜΕΝΩ

G761

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ah-sah-LEH-oo-tos

Translations: unmovable, unshaken, stable, firm, a firm thing

Notes: This word describes something that cannot be moved or shaken. It signifies stability, firmness, and steadfastness. It can be used to describe physical objects that are fixed in place, or metaphorically to describe principles, beliefs, or people who are unwavering.

Inflection: Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative; Singular or Plural; Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΚΙΝΗΤΟΣ, ΣΤΕΡΕΟΣ, ΒΕΒΑΙΟΣ

Etymology: This word is a compound of the negative prefix 'α-' (a-, meaning 'not' or 'un-') and 'σαλευτός' (saleutos), which means 'shaken' or 'movable'. 'Σαλευτός' comes from the verb 'σαλεύω' (saleuō), meaning 'to shake' or 'to cause to waver'.

G3089

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-LYOO-eh-toh

Translations: was being loosed, was being untied, was being dissolved, was being destroyed, was being broken up, was being released

Notes: This word is the third person singular, imperfect, passive, indicative form of the verb λύω (lyō). It describes an action that was continuously happening or repeatedly occurring in the past, where the subject was receiving the action. The verb λύω generally means 'to loose, untie, release, dissolve, destroy, or break up'. Therefore, ἘΛΥΕΤΟ means 'it was being loosed' or 'it was being dissolved/destroyed'.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΛΥΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ἈΠΟΛΥΩ

Etymology: The word λύω (lyō) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to loosen, untie'.

G1012

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: BOO-lay

Translations: counsel, a counsel, plan, a plan, purpose, a purpose, will, a will, decision, a decision

Notes: This word refers to a counsel, a plan, a purpose, or a decision. It denotes the act of deliberating or the result of such deliberation, often implying a firm intention or resolution. It can be used in contexts referring to human plans or, more profoundly, to the divine will or purpose.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΕΥΜΑ, ΓΝΩΜΗ, ΠΡΟΘΕΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the verb βούλομαι (boulomai), meaning 'to will, wish, or purpose'. It refers to the act or result of willing or planning.

G2443

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.

G5101

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

Sounds like: TEES

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

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

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

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

G1571

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: ek-ko-lym-BE-sas

Translations: having swum out, having escaped by swimming, to swim out, to escape by swimming

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb ἐκκολυμβάω (ekkolymbáō), meaning 'to swim out' or 'to escape by swimming'. It describes an action completed in the past, indicating someone who has successfully swum away from something or escaped by means of swimming. It is a compound word formed from ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and κολυμβάω (kolymbáō), meaning 'to swim'.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΑΦΕΥΓΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΡΑΣΚΩ

Etymology: The word ἐκκολυμβάω (ekkolymbáō) is a compound verb derived from the preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb κολυμβάω (kolymbáō), meaning 'to swim'. The root κολυμβάω itself comes from κολυμβίς (kolymbís), 'a diver', or κολυμβός (kolymbós), 'a swimming'.

G1309

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: dee-ah-foo-GAY

Translations: escape, a flight, a way of escape

Notes: This word refers to the act of escaping or fleeing from danger, difficulty, or confinement. It can also denote a means or opportunity for escape. It is typically used in contexts where someone avoids capture, punishment, or a perilous situation.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΕΚΦΥΓΗ, ΑΠΟΔΡΑΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the verb διαφεύγω (diapheugō), meaning 'to flee through, escape', which is formed from διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'apart', and φεύγω (pheugō), meaning 'to flee'.

G2967

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-OH-loo-sen

Translations: he hindered, he prevented, he forbade, he restrained

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to hinder,' 'to prevent,' 'to forbid,' or 'to restrain.' It describes an action of stopping or prohibiting something or someone from doing something. It is used in the past tense, indicating that the action of hindering or preventing has already occurred.

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

Synonyms: ΕΜΠΟΔΙΖΩ, ΚΑΤΕΧΩ, ΑΠΟΚΩΛΥΩ

Etymology: The word κωλύω (kōlyō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to cut off' or 'to check.'

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: dy-NAH-meh-noos

Translations: being able, able, those who are able, (to) those who are able

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'δύναμαι' (dynamai), meaning 'to be able' or 'to have power'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that possesses the ability or power to do something. In this form, it refers to 'those who are able' or 'those who are powerful', often used in an accusative context to indicate the direct object of an action.

Inflection: Present, Middle/Passive, Accusative, Plural, Masculine

Synonyms: ΙΣΧΥΟΝΤΑΣ, ΕΞΟΥΣΙΑΖΟΝΤΑΣ

G0658

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ah-po-RIP-san-tas

Translations: having cast off, having thrown away, having cast away

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle of the verb 'ἀπορίπτω', meaning 'to cast off' or 'to throw away'. It describes an action completed in the past, indicating that the subject has already performed the act of casting something off or away. It is often used to describe discarding something, like clothes, burdens, or even hope.

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

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΒΑΛΛΩ, ἈΠΟΤΙΘΗΜΙ

G1826

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-ee-EH-nai

Translations: to go out, to come out, to depart, to issue forth, to send forth, to let go out

Notes: This word is the present active infinitive form of the verb ΕΞΙΗΜΙ. It is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἘΞ (out of) and the verb ἸΈΝΑΙ (to go or to send). It describes the action of moving from an inside location to an outside one, or of something being sent or let go from within. It can be used in various contexts to indicate departure, emergence, or emission.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕΞΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The verb ΕΞΙΗΜΙ is a compound of the preposition ἘΞ (ex), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb ἸΗΜΙ (hiemi), meaning 'to send' or 'to let go'. The infinitive form ἸΈΝΑΙ is related to the verb ΕἸΜΙ (eimi), 'to go'.

G1295