2001 Translation

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: en

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

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

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

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

Part of Speech: Definite Article, 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.

G5610

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: OH-rah

Translations: hour, an hour, time, season, moment

Notes: This word refers to a specific period of time, which can be an hour, a particular time of day, a season, or a crucial moment. It is often used to denote a fixed or appointed time, such as 'the hour has come' for an event to occur. It can also refer to a specific season of the year.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΚΑΙΡΟΣ, ΧΡΟΝΟΣ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'year, season'. It refers to a limited period of time, a season, or a specific hour.

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.

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.

G0686, G0685

Part of Speech: Particle, Noun

Sounds like: AH-rah

Translations: then, therefore, so, consequently, perhaps, indeed, is it that?, curse, an imprecation

Notes: The word 'ἈΡΑ' can function as a particle or a noun. As a particle, it is used to introduce a question, often expecting a negative answer, or to draw an inference, meaning 'then' or 'therefore'. It can also express a degree of uncertainty or possibility, translating to 'perhaps' or 'indeed'. As a noun, 'ἈΡΑ' refers to a curse or an imprecation, a solemn utterance intended to invoke a supernatural power to inflict harm or punishment on someone or something.

Inflection: As a particle, it does not inflect. As a noun, it is Feminine, Singular, Nominative.

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓Ν, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥΝ, ΚΑΤΑΡΑ

Etymology: The particle 'ἈΡΑ' is of uncertain origin, possibly an onomatopoeic exclamation. The noun 'ἈΡΑ' (curse) is also of uncertain origin, possibly related to the verb 'ἀράομαι' (araomai) meaning 'to pray, to curse'.

G3173

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: MEI-zohn

Translations: greater, larger, mightier, more important

Notes: This word is a comparative adjective, meaning 'greater' or 'larger'. It is used to indicate a higher degree of size, importance, or quantity when comparing two or more things. It can also imply superiority or preeminence.

Inflection: Comparative, Nominative or Accusative, Singular, Masculine or Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΛΕΙΩΝ, ΠΕΡΙΣΣΟΤΕΡΟΣ

Etymology: From the root of ΜΕΓΑΣ (megas), meaning 'great'. It is the irregular comparative form of this adjective.

G0932

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: bah-see-LEH-ah

Translations: kingdom, reign, royal power, a kingdom

Notes: This word refers to a kingdom, royal rule, or sovereignty. It can denote the territory ruled by a king, the act of reigning, or the abstract concept of kingship or royal authority. It is often used in the New Testament to refer to the 'kingdom of God' or 'kingdom of heaven'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΒΑΣΙΛΕΙΟΝ, ΒΑΣΙΛΕΥΣΙΣ

Etymology: From the Greek word βασιλεύς (basileus), meaning 'king'. It refers to the domain or authority of a king.

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.

G4341

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: pros-kal-eh-SAH-meh-nos

Translations: having called to oneself, having summoned, having invited, having called, having sent for

Notes: This word is a compound participle derived from the verb 'ΠΡΟΣΚΑΛΕΩ'. It describes an action completed in the past by the subject, indicating that they 'called to themselves' or 'summoned' someone. It implies an initiative taken by the subject to bring someone closer, often for a specific purpose like giving instructions or having a discussion.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΛΕΩ, ΣΥΓΚΑΛΕΩ, ΜΕΤΑΠΕΜΠΟΜΑΙ

G3813

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pai-DEE-on

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΟΝ, ΒΡΕΦΟΣ

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

G2476

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: es-TEE-sen

Translations: he stood, he set, he established, he appointed, he caused to stand, he fixed

Notes: This word is the third person singular aorist active indicative form of the verb 'ἵστημι' (histēmi). It means 'he stood,' 'he set,' 'he established,' or 'he appointed.' It describes an action that occurred in the past, completed at a specific point in time. It can be used to describe someone taking a stand, setting something in place, or establishing a boundary or rule.

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

Synonyms: ἘΘΗΚΕΝ, ἘΣΤΗΡΙΞΕΝ

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.

G0281

Part of Speech: Adverb, Interjection

Sounds like: ah-MEN

Translations: Amen, truly, verily, so be it

Notes: This word is used to express affirmation, agreement, or a solemn declaration. It can be translated as 'truly' or 'verily' when used to emphasize a statement, or as 'Amen' at the end of prayers, hymns, or declarations to signify 'so be it' or 'let it be so'. It conveys a sense of certainty and truth.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΑΛΗΘΩΣ, ΝΑΙ

Etymology: The word is a transliteration of the Hebrew word 'āmēn' (אָמֵן), meaning 'certainly', 'truly', or 'so be it'. It is derived from a root meaning 'to be firm' or 'to be reliable'.

G3004

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: LEH-goh

Translations: say, speak, tell, call, mean

Notes: This is a very common verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is used to introduce direct or indirect speech, to give commands, or to express an opinion. It can also mean 'to call' or 'to name' someone or something, or 'to mean' something.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΛΕΩ, ΦΗΜΙ, ΕΡΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *leg- meaning 'to collect, gather'. In Greek, it evolved to mean 'to pick out words', hence 'to speak' or 'to say'.

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.

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.

G5613

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction, Preposition

Sounds like: OHS

Translations: as, like, when, how, about, approximately, that, so that

Notes: ΩΣ is a versatile particle in Koine Greek, primarily functioning as a conjunction or adverb. It is used to introduce comparisons ('as,' 'like'), indicate time ('when'), express manner ('how'), or denote purpose or result ('so that,' 'that'). It can also indicate approximation ('about,' 'approximately') or serve as a preposition meaning 'to' or 'towards' with certain cases.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΩΣΠΕΡ, ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣΑΝΕΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to demonstrative pronouns and adverbs indicating manner or comparison.

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.

G3816, G3809

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pai-DEE-ah

Translations: children, a child, discipline, instruction, training, correction, punishment, play, childishness

Notes: This word is a compound form that can refer to several related concepts. It can be the nominative/accusative plural of 'παιδίον' (paidion), meaning 'children' or 'little children'. It can also be the nominative singular of 'παιδεία' (paideia), which refers to the upbringing, training, or instruction of children, often implying discipline or correction. In some contexts, it can also refer to 'play' or 'childishness'. The specific meaning depends on the grammatical context and surrounding words.

Inflection: Neuter Plural (children), Feminine Singular Nominative (discipline/play), Feminine Singular Accusative (discipline/play), Feminine Singular Genitive (discipline/play)

Synonyms: ΤΕΚΝΑ, ΝΗΠΙΑ, ΔΙΔΑΣΚΑΛΙΑ

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.

G3748

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun

Sounds like: HOS-tis

Translations: whoever, whatever, whichever, anyone who, anything which, everyone who, everything which

Notes: This is a compound relative pronoun, formed from the relative pronoun ὅς (who, which) and the indefinite pronoun τις (anyone, someone). It is used to introduce a relative clause and conveys a sense of indefiniteness or generality, meaning 'whoever' or 'whatever'. It can refer to persons or things and is used when the antecedent is not specific or is unknown.

Inflection: Singular or Plural, Nominative, Genitive, Dative, or Accusative, Masculine, Feminine, or Neuter

Synonyms: ΟΣ, ΟΣΠΕΡ

G3767

Part of Speech: Particle, Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: OON

Translations: therefore, then, so, consequently, accordingly, now, indeed

Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a logical consequence, transition, or emphasis. It often connects a statement to what precedes it, meaning 'therefore' or 'consequently'. It can also be used to introduce a new point or a summary, translated as 'then' or 'now'. In some contexts, it adds emphasis, meaning 'indeed' or 'certainly'.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ἈΡΑ, ΔΕ, ΤΟΙΓΑΡΟΥ͂Ν

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *nu, meaning 'now' or 'then'. It is related to Latin 'nunc' (now) and English 'now'.

Part of Speech: 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.

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.

G3778

Part of Speech: Pronoun, Adjective

Sounds like: OO-tos

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΚΕΙΝΟΣ, ΟΔΕ

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

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'.

G3739

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Conjunction

Sounds like: HOS

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Nominative

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

G1722

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: EN

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

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its primary meaning is 'in' or 'within,' indicating location, time, or state. It always takes the dative case. Depending on the context, it can also be translated as 'on,' 'among,' 'with' (indicating accompaniment or instrument), 'by' (indicating means or agent), or 'at.' Sometimes it can imply motion into a place, similar to 'into' or 'to,' especially when the context suggests movement towards a location where something then resides.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en, meaning 'in' or 'into'. It is cognate with English 'in'.

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'.

G0302

Part of Speech: Particle

Sounds like: AHN

Translations: if, ever, might, would, should

Notes: This word is a particle used to express contingency, possibility, or potentiality. It does not have a direct English equivalent but modifies the meaning of the verb it accompanies, often indicating that an action is dependent on a condition or is hypothetical. It is frequently used with the subjunctive or optative moods to form conditional clauses or express indefinite temporal or relative clauses.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The origin of this particle is uncertain, but it is believed to be an ancient particle in Greek, possibly related to the concept of 'on' or 'up' in some contexts, though its primary function became conditional.

G4625

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: skan-DA-li-see

Translations: stumbling block, cause of stumbling, offense, scandal, a stumbling block, an offense

Notes: This word refers to something that causes someone to stumble, fall, or sin. It can be a trap, an impediment, or anything that leads a person into moral failure or spiritual apostasy. It is often used in a figurative sense to describe something that offends or causes someone to lose faith.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative, or Vocative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΚΟΜΜΑ, ΠΑΓΙΣ

Etymology: The word derives from the Greek noun 'σκανδάλον' (skandalon), which originally referred to the movable stick or trigger of a trap, a snare, or a stumbling block. It later developed the figurative meaning of an offense or cause of sin.

G4851

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soom-FEH-reh

Translations: it is profitable, it is expedient, it is advantageous, it is useful

Notes: This word means to be profitable, advantageous, or expedient. It is often used impersonally, meaning 'it is profitable' or 'it is expedient' for someone or something. It can also mean to bring together or contribute.

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

Synonyms: ΩΦΕΛΕΩ, ΛΥΣΙΤΕΛΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΜΦΕΡΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΦΕΡΩ (pherō), meaning 'to bear' or 'to carry'. Thus, it literally means 'to bear together' or 'to bring together', which then developed the sense of 'to be profitable' or 'to be advantageous'.

G0846

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: ow-TOH

Translations: (to) him, (to) her, (to) it, (to) himself, (to) herself, (to) itself

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the pronoun 'ΑΥ̓ΤΟΣ'. It functions as a personal pronoun meaning 'him', 'her', or 'it' when used as an indirect object, often translated with 'to' or 'for'. It can also function as an intensive pronoun meaning 'himself', 'herself', or 'itself', emphasizing the subject. In some contexts, especially with the definite article, it can act as a demonstrative pronoun meaning 'the same'. Its usage depends heavily on the surrounding context.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine or Feminine or Neuter

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.

G2910

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kreh-mas-THEE

Translations: to be hanged, to hang, to be suspended

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'κρεμάννυμι', meaning 'to hang' or 'to suspend'. In this form, it indicates an action of being hanged or suspended, often referring to a person or object being put to death by hanging, or simply being suspended in the air. It can function as an aorist passive infinitive, meaning 'to be hanged', or as a 3rd person singular aorist passive imperative, meaning 'let him/her/it be hanged'.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive or 3rd Person Singular, Aorist, Passive, Imperative

Etymology: The verb 'κρεμάννυμι' comes from the Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to hang'. It is related to other words in Greek and other Indo-European languages that convey the idea of suspension or hanging.

G3458

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: MOO-loss

Translations: millstone, a millstone, mill

Notes: This word refers to a millstone, which is a large, circular stone used for grinding grain. It can also refer to the mill itself. In ancient times, millstones were often very heavy and were used to crush grain into flour. The term is sometimes used metaphorically to describe a heavy burden or something that grinds down.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΜΥΛΩΝ, ΜΥΛΗ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *melh₂- (to grind). It is related to the English word 'mill'.

G4012

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: PEH-ree

Translations: about, concerning, around, for, on behalf of, with respect to, at, near

Notes: This word is a preposition that can take either the genitive or accusative case, and its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. When used with the genitive case, it typically means 'about', 'concerning', 'for', or 'on behalf of'. When used with the accusative case, it usually indicates spatial 'around', 'about' (in the sense of movement or position), 'at', or 'near'. It can also be used as a prefix in compound words, adding a sense of 'around' or 'excessive'.

Inflection: Governs Genitive or Accusative case; Does not inflect itself

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡ, ΑΜΦΙ, ΕΠΙ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *peri, meaning 'around, about'. It is cognate with English 'peri-' (as in 'perimeter') and Latin 'per'.

G2628

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-pon-TIS-thay

Translations: to be drowned, to be submerged, to be cast into the sea

Notes: This is a compound verb, formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (KATA), meaning 'down' or 'against', and the verb ΠΟΝΤΙΖΩ (PONTIZO), meaning 'to sink' or 'to plunge into the sea'. Therefore, the combined meaning is 'to plunge down into the sea' or 'to drown'. This form specifically indicates that the subject is the one being drowned or submerged.

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

Synonyms: ΒΑΠΤΙΖΩ, ΒΥΘΙΖΩ

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.

G3759

Part of Speech: Interjection

Sounds like: OO-ah-ee

Translations: Woe, alas

Notes: This word is an exclamation used to express lament, grief, or warning. It is often translated as 'woe' or 'alas' and can be used to pronounce a curse or a solemn warning of impending disaster or judgment. It is typically followed by the person or thing to whom the 'woe' is directed, often in the dative case or introduced by a preposition.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Etymology: The word 'οὐαι' is of imitative origin, mimicking a cry of lamentation. It is found in various forms across different languages, suggesting a common, ancient root for such an exclamation.

G2889

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOH-smoh

Translations: to the world, for the world, to an adornment, for an adornment, to an order, for an order

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun 'κόσμος' (kosmos). It refers to an orderly arrangement, an adornment, or the world itself, often implying the created universe or humanity. In its dative form, it typically indicates the indirect object of an action, meaning 'to' or 'for' the world, order, or adornment, depending on the context. It can also be used to indicate location or instrument.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΟΥΜΕΝΗ, ΑΙΩΝ

Etymology: The word 'κόσμος' (kosmos) is of uncertain origin, but it is thought to be related to the verb 'κοσμέω' (kosmeō), meaning 'to arrange, to order, to adorn'. It originally referred to order or arrangement, particularly in military or governmental contexts, and later came to mean 'adornment' or 'decoration'. From there, it evolved to describe the ordered universe, and by extension, the world.

G0318

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-nahg-KAY

Translations: necessity, compulsion, distress, trouble, need, a necessity

Notes: This word refers to a state of necessity, compulsion, or distress. It can describe an unavoidable obligation or a difficult situation that causes hardship. It is often used to denote a pressing need or an unavoidable circumstance.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΘΛΙΨΙΣ, ΣΤΕΝΟΧΩΡΙΑ

Etymology: From a compound of ἀνά (ana, 'up, again') and ἄγκη (ankē, 'a bend, a curve'), referring to a bending or constraint. It denotes that which compels or constrains.

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.

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.

G1223

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: DEE

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΕΚ, ΥΠΟ, ΕΝΕΚΕΝ

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

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.

G4625

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SKAN-da-lon

Translations: stumbling block, an offense, a snare, trap, cause of ruin

Notes: This word refers to an obstacle or impediment that causes someone to stumble or fall, either literally or figuratively. It can also mean a snare or trap. In a moral or spiritual sense, it denotes anything that causes someone to sin, fall away from faith, or be led astray.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΠΑΓΙΣ, ΠΡΟΣΚΟΜΜΑ

Etymology: The word is of uncertain origin, possibly from a root meaning 'to limp' or 'to stumble'. It originally referred to the movable stick or trigger of a trap, which, when touched, caused the trap to spring shut.

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).

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.

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.

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.

G4624

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: skan-da-LEE-zei

Translations: causes to stumble, offends, scandalizes, causes to sin, causes to fall away

Notes: This word means to cause someone to stumble, to offend them, or to lead them into sin or apostasy. It implies putting an obstacle or snare in someone's path that causes them to fall morally or spiritually. It can also mean to be offended or to take offense at something. It is used in sentences where one action or person leads another into a moral or spiritual trap.

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

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣΚΟΠΤΩ, ΠΑΡΑΠΙΠΤΩ

G1581

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ek-KOP-son

Translations: cut out, cut off, chop down, hew down

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from the preposition 'ἐκ' (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb 'κόπτω' (koptō), meaning 'to cut' or 'to strike'. Therefore, it means 'to cut out' or 'to cut off' completely. It is often used in the context of removing something decisively, like cutting down a tree or severing a limb. In the provided examples, it is used as an imperative, commanding someone to perform the action of cutting.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΟΠΤΩ, ΤΕΜΝΩ

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.

G1525

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ice-EL-thain

Translations: to enter, to go in, to come in

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'to enter' or 'to go in'. It describes the action of moving into a place or situation. It is often used to indicate the commencement of an action or the arrival at a destination.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΕἸΣΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ, ΕἸΣΒΑΙΝΩ

Etymology: The word ΕἸΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΕἸΣ (eis), meaning 'into' or 'to', and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.

G2948

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: KOOL-lon

Translations: maimed, crippled, lame, a maimed person, a crippled person, a lame person

Notes: This word describes someone who is maimed, crippled, or lame, often referring to a physical disability, particularly in the hands or feet. It is used to describe a person who has lost a limb or has a severe impairment that prevents normal use of a body part. In context, it often contrasts with having all body parts intact.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΧΩΛΟΣ, ΑΝΑΠΗΡΟΣ

Etymology: The origin of this word is uncertain, but it is thought to be related to the idea of being bent or twisted.

G5560

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: KHO-lon

Translations: lame, a lame, crippled, a crippled

Notes: This word describes someone who is lame or crippled, unable to walk properly due to a physical disability. It can be used to refer to a person or an animal that is physically impaired in its ability to move, often specifically referring to the legs or feet. In the provided examples, it is used to describe a sacrificial animal that is lame, or a person who is lame entering into life.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΑΝΑΠΗΡΟΣ, ΚΥΛΛΟΣ

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

G0906

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: blee-THEE-nai

Translations: to be thrown, to be cast, to be put, to be laid

Notes: This is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'ballō', meaning 'to throw' or 'to cast'. As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun, often translated as 'to be thrown' or 'to be cast'. It indicates an action that is completed and received by the subject, rather than performed by it.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΡΙΠΤΩ, ΕΚΒΑΛΛΩ, ΚΑΤΑΒΑΛΛΩ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *gʷelh₁- 'to throw, reach'.

G0166

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: ahee-OH-nee-on

Translations: eternal, everlasting, age-long, perpetual

Notes: This word describes something that pertains to an age or period of time, often implying a duration that is either without end or of very long duration. It can refer to something that has always existed, will always exist, or is characteristic of a particular age. In many contexts, it is translated as 'eternal' or 'everlasting', emphasizing endless duration.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑἸΔΙΟΣ, ΑΚΑΤΑΛΥΤΟΣ

Etymology: Derived from the Koine Greek word ΑἸΩΝ (AIŌN), meaning 'age' or 'eternity'.

G1831

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ex-EH-leh

Translations: go out, come out, depart, proceed, escape, be delivered

Notes: This is an inflected form of the verb 'ἐξέρχομαι' (exerchomai), meaning 'to go out' or 'to come out'. It is often used to describe movement from one place to another, or to indicate the origin or source of something. It can also imply escaping or being delivered from a situation. The form 'ἐξέλε' itself is likely an aorist imperative, meaning 'go out!' or 'come out!', or potentially a truncated form of another inflection.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Imperative, Second Person, Singular (or truncated form of another inflection)

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΕΚΠΟΡΕΥΟΜΑΙ

G3442

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: moh-noh-FTHAL-mon

Translations: one-eyed, a one-eyed person

Notes: This word describes someone or something that has only one eye, or is blind in one eye. It is a compound word formed from 'μόνος' (monos), meaning 'alone' or 'only', and 'ὀφθαλμός' (ophthalmos), meaning 'eye'. It can be used to describe a person who is literally one-eyed, or metaphorically, someone who lacks full vision or understanding.

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

Etymology: The word is a compound of Ancient Greek μόνος (monos, “alone, only”) and ὀφθαλμός (ophthalmos, “eye”).

G1067

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: geh-EN-nan

Translations: Gehenna, hell

Notes: Gehenna refers to the Valley of Hinnom, a valley outside Jerusalem that was historically associated with child sacrifice and later became a place where refuse was burned. In the New Testament, it is used metaphorically to describe a place of eternal punishment or destruction, often translated as 'hell'. It is a compound word, derived from the Hebrew 'Ge Hinnom' meaning 'Valley of Hinnom'.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Etymology: From Hebrew 'Ge Hinnom' (גֵי בֶן הִנֹּם), meaning 'Valley of Hinnom', a valley south of Jerusalem.

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.

G4442

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: PY-ros

Translations: of fire, fire, a fire

Notes: This word refers to fire, a fundamental element. It can be used literally to describe a burning flame or figuratively to represent judgment, purification, or divine presence. As a noun, it functions as the subject or object in a sentence, or in this genitive form, it indicates possession or origin.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΦΛΟΞ, ΚΑΥΣΙΣ

Etymology: The word 'πῦρ' (pyr) comes from Proto-Indo-European *peh₂wr̥, meaning 'fire'. It is a very ancient word found across many Indo-European languages.

G2706

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: kah-tah-froh-nay-SEE-teh

Translations: despise, scorn, disdain, look down on, disregard

Notes: This word means to look down on someone or something, to treat with contempt, or to disregard. It implies a strong negative judgment or a lack of respect. It is often used in contexts where one is warned not to treat others, especially those considered 'small' or insignificant, with contempt.

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

Synonyms: ΥΠΕΡΟΡΑΩ, ΟΛΙΓΩΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΚΑΤΑΦΡΟΝΕΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΚΑΤΑ (kata), meaning 'down' or 'against', and ΦΡΟΝΕΩ (phroneō), meaning 'to think', 'to have understanding', or 'to be minded'. Thus, it literally means 'to think down upon' or 'to think against'.

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.

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'.

G4383

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: pros-OH-pon

Translations: face, a face, presence, person, appearance

Notes: This word refers to the face of a person or animal. It can also denote one's presence or appearance, or even a person themselves, especially in a formal or legal context. It is used to describe physical features as well as the impression or aspect someone presents.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΨΙΣ, ΕΙΔΟΣ, ΜΟΡΦΗ

Etymology: From Ancient Greek πρός (pros, "to, towards") and ὤψ (ōps, "eye, face"). It literally means "that which is towards the eye" or "that which is before the eye."

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.

G1096

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: geh-NEE-tai

Translations: may be, might be, become, happen, come to pass, be made, be done

Notes: This word signifies 'to come into being,' 'to happen,' 'to become,' or 'to be made.' It is often used to describe events unfolding or states changing. It can also mean 'to be done' or 'to be performed' in certain contexts.

Inflection: 3rd Person Singular, Aorist, Subjunctive, Middle Voice

Synonyms: ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ, ΕΙΜΙ, ΠΟΙΕΩ

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

G5100

Part of Speech: Pronoun

Sounds like: TEE-nee

Translations: to/for someone, to/for something, by someone, by something, with someone, with something, in what, to what, by what, a certain one, a certain thing, (to) what, (to) whom, (to) which

Notes: ΤΙΝΙ is the dative singular form of the indefinite and interrogative pronoun ΤΙΣ. As an indefinite pronoun, it means 'someone,' 'something,' 'a certain one,' or 'a certain thing,' indicating an unspecified person or object. As an interrogative pronoun, it means 'to whom,' 'to what,' 'by whom,' or 'by what,' asking about the recipient or agent of an action. Its meaning depends on the context, often indicating an indirect object or an instrument.

Inflection: Singular, Dative, All genders

Synonyms: ΤΙΣ, ΟΣΤΙΣ

G4105

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: plah-nee-THEE

Translations: to be led astray, to be deceived, to wander, to stray, to err

Notes: This word is a verb indicating the action of being led astray, deceived, or wandering. It is in the aorist passive voice, meaning the subject is acted upon, and the action is viewed as a simple, completed event. It can function as a 3rd person singular aorist passive subjunctive, expressing a potential or desired action, or as a 2nd person singular aorist passive imperative, giving a command.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, 3rd Person Singular Subjunctive or 2nd Person Singular Imperative

Synonyms: ΑΠΑΤΑΩ, ΠΛΑΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΛΑΝΑΩ comes from the Greek word πλάνη (planē), meaning 'a wandering' or 'error'.

G3780

Part of Speech: Adverb

Sounds like: OOKH-ee

Translations: no, not at all, by no means, certainly not

Notes: This word is a strong negative adverb, meaning 'no' or 'not at all'. It is used to express a definite and emphatic denial, often in response to a question or to strongly contradict a statement. It is a more emphatic form of the negative particle οὐ (ou).

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΟΥ̓, ΜΗ

Etymology: From οὐ (ou), meaning 'not', and the enclitic particle -χι (-chi), which adds emphasis. It is a more emphatic form of the simple negative particle.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-FEIS

Translations: you may let go, you may send away, you may forgive, you may permit, you may abandon, you may leave

Notes: This is a form of the verb 'aphiēmi', meaning to send away, let go, forgive, permit, or abandon. It is used to express an action that the subject might do or is permitted to do, often implying a condition or a wish. For example, it can be used in a sentence like 'If you forgive their sin...' or 'You may let go of the rope.'

Inflection: Second Person, Singular, Aorist, Active, Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΩ, ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ

G4198

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: por-yoo-THEYS

Translations: having gone, going, departing, proceeding

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle derived from the verb 'poreuō', meaning 'to go' or 'to depart'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred or is in the process of occurring. It often indicates the manner or circumstance of the main verb's action, such as 'having gone, he did X' or 'going, he did X'.

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

Synonyms: ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΒΑΙΝΩ, ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G2212

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ZAY-tay

Translations: he seeks, he looks for, he desires, he asks for, he demands, he investigates

Notes: This word means to seek, look for, or desire something. It can also mean to ask for or demand something, or to investigate a matter. It is used to describe an action of searching or inquiring, often with a specific goal in mind.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΖΗΤΕΩ, ΑΙΤΕΩ, ΕΚΖΗΤΕΩ

Etymology: The word ΖΗΤΕΩ (zēteō) is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to seek' or 'to inquire'.

G4105

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: plah-NOH-meh-non

Translations: wandering, going astray, being led astray, being deceived, a wandering one, a deceived one

Notes: This word is a present middle/passive participle of the verb 'πλανάω' (planaō), meaning 'to wander' or 'to lead astray'. As a participle, it describes someone or something that is currently in the state of wandering, going astray, or being led astray/deceived. It can function adjectivally (e.g., 'the wandering sheep') or substantively (e.g., 'the one who is wandering').

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter, Present, Middle or Passive, Participle

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΛΥΜΕΝΟΝ, ΠΛΑΝΗΤΗΣ, ΠΛΑΝΟΣ

G2147

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: yoo-REIN

Translations: to find, to discover, to obtain, to learn

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'εὑρίσκω' (heuriskō), meaning 'to find' or 'to discover'. It is used to express the action of finding something or someone, or coming to know something. For example, it can be used in phrases like 'to find a way' or 'to find truth'.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΥΡΙΣΚΩ, ΚΑΤΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΕΠΙΛΑΜΒΑΝΟΜΑΙ

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

G1909

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: ep

Translations: on, upon, over, to, against, at, in, for, by, before, among, concerning, with

Notes: This word is a preposition, often used as a prefix in compound words. It is a shortened form of the preposition ἘΠΙ (epi), which loses its final vowel when the next word begins with a vowel and a rough breathing mark. Its precise meaning varies significantly depending on the case of the noun it governs: with the genitive, it often means 'on, upon, over' (of place) or 'at, during' (of time); with the dative, it can mean 'on, at, by' (of place), 'in addition to', or 'for, because of'; and with the accusative, it typically means 'to, toward, against' (of motion) or 'over, upon' (of extent).

Inflection: Does not inflect (preposition)

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ὙΠΕΡ, ΠΑΡΑ

Etymology: The word ἘΠΙ (epi) comes from a Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'on, at, near'.

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.

G4105

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: pep-lah-NEE-meh-noys

Translations: (to) those who have been led astray, (to) those who have erred, (to) those who have wandered

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been led astray' or 'having erred'. It describes a state of being deceived or having gone astray. As a dative plural, it typically functions as an indirect object, indicating 'to' or 'for' those who are in this state. It can refer to people who have been deceived, misled, or have strayed from the truth or a correct path.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Dative, Plural, Masculine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΠΕΠΛΑΝΗΜΕΝΟΙ, ΠΕΠΛΑΝΗΜΕΝΩΝ

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.

G2307

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: the-LEE-mah

Translations: will, desire, purpose, a will, a desire, a purpose

Notes: This word refers to a will, desire, or purpose, often implying a deliberate intention or choice. It can be used to describe the will of God, the will of a person, or a general intention. It is frequently used in contexts relating to divine purpose or human obedience to that purpose.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΒΟΥΛΗ, ΕΠΙΘΥΜΙΑ

Etymology: From the verb θέλω (thelō), meaning 'to will, wish, desire'. It denotes the result or object of willing.

G1715

Part of Speech: Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: em-PROS-then

Translations: before, in front, in front of, in the presence of, ahead, formerly, previously

Notes: This word functions as both an adverb and a preposition. As an adverb, it means 'before' or 'in front,' indicating a position or time. As a preposition, it means 'in front of' or 'in the presence of,' typically taking the genitive case. It can also refer to something that happened 'formerly' or 'previously.'

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟ, ΕΝΑΝΤΙΟΝ, ΚΑΤΕΝΑΝΤΙ

Etymology: From the preposition ἐν (en, 'in') and the adverbial form of πρός (pros, 'to, toward'). It literally means 'in front of' or 'in the direction of'.

G0622

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-LEE-tai

Translations: perish, be destroyed, be lost, be ruined

Notes: This word is a verb meaning to perish, be destroyed, or be lost. It is often used in a passive sense, indicating that something or someone is brought to ruin or ceases to exist. It can refer to physical destruction, spiritual ruin, or simply being lost or missing. In a sentence, it would describe the state or action of something being utterly undone or ceasing to be.

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

Synonyms: ΟΛΛΥΜΙ, ΦΘΕΙΡΩ, ΑΦΑΝΙΖΩ

G0080

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FOS

Translations: brother, a brother, fellow countryman, kinsman, fellow believer

Notes: This word refers to a brother, either by birth or by a close familial or social bond. It can also be used metaphorically to refer to a fellow countryman, a kinsman, or a fellow believer in a religious context. It is a masculine noun.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ἈΝΗΡ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ, ἙΤΑΙΡΟΣ

Etymology: From the prefix ἀ- (a-), meaning 'together' or 'same', and δελφύς (delphys), meaning 'womb'. Thus, it literally means 'from the same womb'.

G1651

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-LENG-xon

Translations: rebuke, reprove, convict, expose, correct, admonish

Notes: This word is an imperative form of the verb 'ἐλέγχω', meaning to bring to light, expose, convict, or correct someone. It implies showing someone their error or guilt, often with the aim of leading them to repentance or change. It can be used in contexts of legal conviction, moral correction, or simply pointing out a mistake.

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

Synonyms: ΕΠΙΤΙΜΑΩ, ΝΟΥΘΕΤΕΩ

Etymology: The word 'ἐλέγχω' is of uncertain origin, possibly related to a root meaning 'to put to the test' or 'to examine'.

G3342

Part of Speech: Preposition, Adverb

Sounds like: meh-TAHK-soo

Translations: between, among, while, meanwhile

Notes: This word functions as a preposition or an adverb. As a preposition, it means 'between' or 'among', indicating a position or relationship between two or more things or people. It can also be used adverbially to mean 'in the meantime' or 'while'. For example, it can describe something located spatially between two points, or an event occurring temporally between two other events.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΕΝ ΜΕΣΩ, ΜΕΣΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΜΕΤΑΞΥ is of uncertain origin, possibly related to μέσος (mesos, 'middle') or a compound involving μετά (meta, 'with, among').

G3441

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: MO-noo

Translations: of alone, of only, of single, of solitary

Notes: This word is an adjective meaning 'alone,' 'only,' 'single,' or 'solitary.' It describes something that is by itself or unique. As a genitive singular form, it typically indicates possession or relationship, often translated with 'of' or implying 'belonging to' or 'from' something singular and unique.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine, Feminine or Neuter

Synonyms: ΜΟΝΟΣ, ΕΙΣ, ΕΡΗΜΟΣ

Etymology: From the Proto-Indo-European root *mon- meaning 'to remain, to stand still'. It is related to the idea of being singular or standing alone.

G80

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ah-del-FON

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

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

Inflection: Masculine, Singular, Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΥΓΓΕΝΗΣ, ΟΜΟΙΟΣ

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

G3880

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pah-rah-LAH-beh

Translations: take, receive, take along, take with, take over, assume

Notes: This word means to take something or someone alongside oneself, to receive, or to take over. It can imply taking something into one's possession, receiving a tradition, or taking someone with you on a journey. It is often used in the sense of receiving something handed down or taking someone into one's care.

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

Synonyms: ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ, ΔΕΧΟΜΑΙ, ΚΟΜΙΖΩ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΡΑΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΠΑΡΑ (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside,' and the verb ΛΑΜΒΑΝΩ (lambano), meaning 'to take' or 'to receive.'

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'.

G4572

Part of Speech: Reflexive Pronoun

Sounds like: seh-af-TOO

Translations: of yourself, of thyself

Notes: This word is a reflexive pronoun, meaning 'of yourself' or 'of thyself'. It is used when the action of the verb reflects back on the subject. It is a compound word formed from the second person pronoun 'σύ' (you) and the intensive pronoun 'αὐτός' (self).

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Feminine

Etymology: The word ΣΕΑΥΤΟΥ is a compound of the second person pronoun ΣΥ (you) and the intensive pronoun ΑΥΤΟΣ (self). It developed from earlier forms of these words in Ancient Greek.

G4750

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: STOH-mah-tos

Translations: mouth, a mouth, (of) mouth, (of) a mouth

Notes: This word refers to the mouth, either literally as a part of the body (of humans or animals) or metaphorically as the source of speech, utterance, or command. It is often used in contexts related to speaking, declaring, or consuming.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Neuter

Synonyms: ΧΕΙΛΟΣ, ΦΩΝΗ

Etymology: The word ΣΤΟΜΑ comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *stom-n-, meaning 'mouth'. It is related to words for mouth in other Indo-European languages.

G2476

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: sta-THEE

Translations: to stand, to be set, to be established, to be appointed, to be placed, to be made to stand

Notes: This word is an inflected form of the verb 'ἵστημι' (histēmi), meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'. It is used to describe the act of standing, being placed, or being established. In its passive forms, it often means 'to be made to stand' or 'to be appointed'. It can refer to a physical posture or a state of being firm and stable.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Subjunctive, 3rd Person Singular

Synonyms: ΕΥΣΤΑΘΕΩ, ΕΔΡΑΖΩ

G3956

Part of Speech: Adjective, Pronoun

Sounds like: PAN

Translations: all, every, whole, everything, a whole

Notes: This word is the neuter nominative or accusative singular form of the adjective/pronoun ΠΑΣ (pas), meaning 'all' or 'every'. It is used to indicate totality or universality. For example, it can mean 'all things' or 'everything' when used substantively, or 'the whole' when modifying a singular noun. It can also be used to mean 'every' when referring to individual items within a group.

Inflection: Singular, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΟΛΟΣ, ΑΠΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΑΣ (pas) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *peh₂- meaning 'to protect, feed'. Its meaning evolved to 'all' or 'whole' in Greek.

G4487

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: RHE-ma

Translations: word, a word, saying, a saying, thing, a thing, matter, a matter, utterance, an utterance

Notes: This word refers to something spoken, an utterance, a saying, or a word. It can also refer to a matter or a thing that is spoken about or decided. It is often used in contexts referring to divine pronouncements or significant statements.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative or Accusative, Neuter

Synonyms: ΛΟΓΟΣ, ΕΠΟΣ

Etymology: From the verb ῥέω (rheō), meaning 'to speak' or 'to flow'. It refers to that which is spoken or uttered.

G2036

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: EYE-pon

Translations: I said, I spoke, he said, he spoke, they said, they spoke, to say, to speak

Notes: ΕἸΠΟΝ is an aorist form of the verb meaning 'to say' or 'to speak'. It is often used as the aorist tense of the verb λέγω (legō). It describes an action that occurred in the past, without specifying its duration or completion. It can be translated as 'I said', 'he said', or 'they said' depending on the context and the implied subject, as the form itself is ambiguous regarding person and number (it can be 1st singular, 3rd singular, or 3rd plural). It is commonly used to introduce direct or indirect speech.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 1st Person Singular or 3rd Person Singular or 3rd Person Plural

Synonyms: ΛΕΓΩ, ΦΗΜΙ, ΛΑΛΕΩ

G1577

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ek-klee-SEE-ah

Translations: assembly, an assembly, church, a church, congregation, a congregation, (to) assembly, (to) church, (to) congregation

Notes: This word refers to a gathering or assembly of people, often called together for a specific purpose. In ancient Greek contexts, it could refer to a political assembly of citizens. In the New Testament, it primarily refers to the Christian church, either a local congregation or the universal body of believers. It can be used to describe both the physical gathering of people and the spiritual entity.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Accusative or Dative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ, ΟΜΙΛΙΑ, ΠΛΗΘΟΣ

Etymology: The word is a compound of the Greek preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb καλέω (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. Thus, it literally means 'a calling out' or 'those called out'.

G1577

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: ek-klee-SEE-as

Translations: of church, of assembly, of congregation

Notes: This word refers to a gathering or assembly of people, often with a religious or political purpose. In the New Testament, it commonly refers to the Christian church or a local congregation of believers. It is a compound word formed from 'ἐκ' (out of) and 'καλέω' (to call), meaning 'a calling out' or 'an assembly of those called out'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΑΓΩΓΗ, ΟΜΙΛΙΑ, ΠΛΗΘΟΣ

Etymology: The word ἘΚΚΛΗΣΙΑ is derived from the Greek preposition ἐκ (ek), meaning 'out of' or 'from', and the verb καλέω (kaleō), meaning 'to call'. It originally referred to an assembly of citizens called out from their homes for public business.

G5618

Part of Speech: Adverb, Conjunction

Sounds like: OH-sper

Translations: just as, as, even as, like, in the same way as

Notes: This word functions as a comparative adverb or conjunction, meaning 'just as' or 'even as'. It is used to introduce a clause that draws a comparison or analogy, indicating that something is happening or is true in the same manner or degree as something else. It emphasizes the similarity between two things or actions.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΚΑΘΩΣ, ΩΣ, ΚΑΘΑΠΕΡ

Etymology: From the adverb ὡς (hōs, "as") and the particle περ (per, "indeed, very"), emphasizing the comparison.

G1482

Part of Speech: Adjective

Sounds like: eth-nee-KOS

Translations: Gentile, heathen, pagan, a Gentile, a heathen, a pagan

Notes: This word describes someone who is not Jewish, often referring to a non-believer or someone outside of the covenant with God. It is used to distinguish between Jews and non-Jews, and can sometimes carry a negative connotation, implying someone who is ungodly or uncivilized according to Jewish or Christian standards. It functions as an adjective but can also be used substantively to refer to 'a Gentile' or 'a heathen'.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΕΘΝΟΣ, ΕΛΛΗΝ

Etymology: Derived from the Koine Greek word ἔθνος (ethnos), meaning 'nation' or 'people'. It refers to someone belonging to a different nation or people group, particularly those outside of Israel.

G5057

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: teh-LOH-nays

Translations: tax collector, a tax collector, publican, a publican

Notes: This word refers to a tax collector, an individual responsible for collecting taxes, especially in the Roman Empire. These individuals were often viewed with disdain due to their association with the Roman occupation and their reputation for corruption. The word is a compound of 'τέλος' (TELOS), meaning 'tax' or 'duty', and 'ὠνέομαι' (ŌNEOMAI), meaning 'to buy' or 'to purchase', referring to the practice of buying the right to collect taxes.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: The word ΤΕΛΩΝΗΣ is a compound derived from the Greek words ΤΕΛΟΣ (TELOS), meaning 'tax' or 'duty', and ΩΝΕΟΜΑΙ (ŌNEOMAI), meaning 'to buy' or 'to purchase'. It refers to someone who bought the right to collect taxes.

G3745

Part of Speech: Relative Pronoun, Relative Adjective

Sounds like: OH-sah

Translations: as many as, all that, whatever, how many, all things whatsoever, whatever things

Notes: This word is the neuter plural form of the relative pronoun/adjective ὅσος (hosos). It means 'as many as' or 'all that/which' and is used to introduce a relative clause, referring to an indefinite quantity or number of things. It can function as both a pronoun (e.g., 'whatever things') or an adjective (e.g., 'as many things as'). It can be used in both the nominative and accusative cases.

Inflection: Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: PANTA, HAPAS

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European. It is related to the demonstrative pronoun ὅδε (hode, 'this') and the interrogative pronoun τίς (tis, 'who? what?').

G1093

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: GAYS

Translations: (of) earth, (of) land, (of) ground, (of) world, (of) country, (of) region

Notes: This word refers to the earth, land, or ground. It can denote the physical soil, a specific territory or country, or the entire planet. As a genitive form, it indicates possession, origin, or the material from which something is made, often translated with 'of' in English.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Feminine

Synonyms: ΧΩΡΑ, ΑΓΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΓΗ (gē) comes from Proto-Hellenic *gā́, which itself is from Proto-Indo-European *ǵʰeh₁- ('earth').

G1210

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: deh-DEH-meh-nah

Translations: bound, tied, fettered, imprisoned

Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle of the verb 'δέω' (deō), meaning 'to bind' or 'to tie'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective, describing something that has been bound or tied. It indicates a completed action with a continuing result. For example, it could refer to things that are bound together, or people who have been bound or imprisoned.

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

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΔΕΔΕΜΕΝΑ, ΠΕΠΕΔΗΜΕΝΑ

G3089

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: LY-see-teh

Translations: you may loose, you may untie, you may destroy, you may release

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to loose,' 'to untie,' 'to destroy,' or 'to release.' It is used in a subjunctive mood, which often expresses a potential or hypothetical action, a wish, or a command in certain contexts. It implies an action that might or should happen.

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

Synonyms: ΑΦΙΗΜΙ, ΚΑΤΑΛΥΩ, ΔΙΑΛΥΩ

Etymology: The word derives from Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'to loosen' or 'to separate.'

G3089

Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective

Sounds like: leh-LYOO-meh-nah

Translations: loosed, unbound, released, dissolved, destroyed, abolished, broken, set free, undone

Notes: This word is the perfect passive participle of the verb 'λύω' (lyo), meaning 'to loose' or 'to untie'. As a participle, it describes something that has been loosed or released. It can refer to something that is unbound, set free, dissolved, or even destroyed, depending on the context. For example, it could describe chains that have been loosed, a prisoner who has been set free, or a law that has been abolished.

Inflection: Perfect, Passive, Participle, Neuter, Nominative or Accusative or Vocative, Plural

Synonyms: ΑΝΕΩΓΜΕΝΑ, ΔΙΑΛΕΛΥΜΕΝΑ, ΚΑΤΑΛΕΛΥΜΕΝΑ

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

G3844

Part of Speech: Preposition

Sounds like: pah-RAH

Translations: from, by, with, beside, at, near, alongside, to

Notes: This word is a common preposition in Koine Greek. Its meaning changes depending on the case of the noun it governs. With the genitive case, it typically means 'from' or 'from beside', indicating origin or agency. With the dative case, it means 'with', 'beside', or 'at', indicating proximity or presence. With the accusative case, it means 'alongside', 'to', or 'past', indicating motion towards or along something.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΠΙ, ΥΠΟ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European, meaning 'beside', 'alongside'. It is cognate with English 'for' and 'from'.

G4863

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective

Sounds like: soon-AYG-meh-noy

Translations: gathered, assembled, collected, brought together, convened

Notes: This word is a perfect passive participle, meaning 'having been gathered' or 'being gathered'. It describes a state of being brought together or assembled. It is a compound word formed from the preposition ΣΥΝ (SYN), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΑΓΩ (AGO), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. Thus, it literally means 'to lead together' or 'to bring together'. It can be used to describe people or things that have been collected or convened.

Inflection: Plural, Masculine, Nominative or Vocative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΑΘΡΟΙΣΜΕΝΟΙ, ΣΥΝΕΛΗΛΥΘΟΤΕΣ

Etymology: The verb ΣΥΝΑΓΩ is formed from the prefix ΣΥΝ (SYN), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the verb ΑΓΩ (AGO), meaning 'to lead' or 'to bring'. It has been used since ancient Greek times to denote the action of bringing multiple entities into one place.

G3686

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: O-no-MA

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

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

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

Synonyms: ΚΛΕΟΣ, ΦΗΜΗ

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

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.

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).

G4334

Part of Speech: Participle, Verb

Sounds like: pros-EL-thohn

Translations: having come to, approaching, having approached, coming near

Notes: This word is an aorist active participle, meaning 'having come to' or 'having approached'. It describes an action that happened prior to the main verb of the sentence. It is often used to indicate someone drawing near to a person or place, or coming forward to do something.

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

Synonyms: ΕΛΘΩΝ, ΕΓΓΙΣΑΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΣΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros), meaning 'to' or 'toward', and the verb ΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ (erchomai), meaning 'to come' or 'to go'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-FEE-soh

Translations: I will leave, I will let go, I will forgive, I will permit, I will send away

Notes: This word is a future tense form of the verb 'aphiemi'. It means 'I will leave', 'I will let go', 'I will forgive', 'I will permit', or 'I will send away'. Its specific meaning often depends on the context in which it is used. For example, it can refer to leaving a place or person, letting go of something, forgiving sins or debts, or allowing something to happen.

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

Synonyms: ΕΑΩ, ΧΑΡΙΖΟΜΑΙ, ΑΠΟΛΥΩ

G2193

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb, Preposition

Sounds like: EH-ohs

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

Notes: This word is a particle used to indicate a point in time or extent in space. It is commonly translated as 'until' or 'as long as' when referring to time, and 'up to' or 'as far as' when referring to space. It can also mean 'while' or 'during the time that', often introducing a temporal clause.

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΜΕΧΡΙ, ΑΧΡΙ, ΠΡΙΝ

Etymology: From a prolonged form of a primary particle. It is an ancient Greek word with a long history of use in temporal and spatial contexts.

G2424

Part of Speech: Proper Noun

Sounds like: ee-ay-SOOS

Translations: Jesus, Joshua

Notes: This is a proper name, transliterated from the Hebrew name Yeshua or Yehoshua. It refers to the central figure of Christianity, Jesus Christ, or to Joshua, the successor of Moses in the Old Testament. It is used to identify a specific individual.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative

Etymology: The Koine Greek name Ἰησοῦς (Iēsous) is a transliteration of the Hebrew name יְהוֹשֻׁעַ (Yehoshua), meaning 'Yahweh is salvation' or 'Yahweh saves'. It is also related to the shorter form יֵשׁוּעַ (Yeshua).

G0243

Part of Speech: Prefix

Sounds like: ALL

Translations: other, another, different, foreign

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

Inflection: Does not inflect (as a prefix)

Synonyms: ΕΤΕΡΟΣ

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

G3666

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: oh-moi-O-thay

Translations: was made like, was likened, was compared, was made similar

Notes: This word is the aorist passive indicative third person singular form of the verb 'homoioō'. It means 'to be made like' or 'to be likened to' something or someone. It describes a state where a subject has been made similar or comparable to another entity, often implying a transformation or a comparison being drawn. It is used to indicate that something or someone has been put into a state of resemblance.

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

Synonyms: ΕΙΚΑΖΩ, ΠΑΡΑΒΑΛΛΩ

Etymology: The word 'homoioō' comes from the Greek word 'homoios' (ὅμοιος), meaning 'like' or 'similar'. It is formed by adding the verbal suffix '-oō' to this root, indicating the action of making something similar.

G4864

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-A-rai

Translations: to settle accounts, to make a reckoning, to take account, to reckon

Notes: This word is an aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'συναίρω'. It is a compound word formed from 'σύν' (with, together) and 'αἴρω' (to lift, to take up). In this context, it means to bring together or settle accounts, often implying a financial or administrative reckoning. It is used when someone wants to come to an agreement or balance a ledger with another person.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΛΟΓΙΖΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΝΤΕΛΕΩ

Etymology: The word 'συναίρω' is derived from the preposition 'σύν' (together with) and the verb 'αἴρω' (to lift, to take up). The combination suggests the action of 'taking up together' or 'bringing together', which evolved into the meaning of settling accounts or making a reckoning.

G0756

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: ar-KSA-meh-noo

Translations: (of) beginning, (of) having begun, (of) starting

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἀρχω' (archō), meaning 'to begin' or 'to rule'. As a participle, it describes an action that has begun or is in the process of beginning, often functioning like an adjective or adverb. In this genitive form, it typically indicates the subject or agent of the beginning action, often translated with phrases like 'of one who began' or 'when one began'.

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

Synonyms: ἘΝΑΡΞΑΜΕΝΟΥ, ΚΑΤΑΡΞΑΜΕΝΟΥ

Etymology: The word 'ἀρχω' (archō) comes from the Proto-Indo-European root *h₂ergʰ-, meaning 'to begin, to rule'. It is related to words signifying leadership, origin, and commencement.

G4868

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: soon-AI-rain

Translations: to reckon, to settle accounts, to make a reckoning, to come to terms, to take up, to collect

Notes: This word is a compound verb formed from 'σύν' (together with) and 'αἴρω' (to take up, lift). It generally means to bring things together for the purpose of reckoning or settling accounts, often in a financial context. It can also mean to collect or gather. In a sentence, it would describe the action of someone engaging in a calculation or negotiation.

Inflection: Present, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΛΟΓΙΖΟΜΑΙ, ΣΥΜΦΩΝΕΩ, ΣΥΝΑΓΩ

G4374

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-ay-NEKH-thay

Translations: was brought, was offered, was presented, was approached

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to be brought to,' 'to be offered,' or 'to be presented.' It can also mean 'to be approached' or 'to be treated' in certain contexts, especially when referring to how someone is dealt with. It is often used in the context of sacrifices or gifts being brought to God or people being brought before authorities.

Inflection: Aorist, Indicative, Passive, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΦΕΡΩ, ΕΝΕΓΚΩ, ΠΑΡΕΧΩ

G1519, G1520

Part of Speech: Preposition, Numeral

Sounds like: EES

Translations: into, to, for, toward, among, in, a, an, one

Notes: As a preposition, ΕΙΣ (eis) indicates motion or direction towards a place, person, or purpose, often translated as 'into,' 'to,' or 'for.' It always takes the accusative case. For example, 'into the house' or 'to God.' It can also be used to express purpose or result. As a numeral, ΕΙΣ (heis) means 'one' and is the masculine nominative singular form, often translated as 'a,' 'an,' or 'one.'

Inflection: Preposition: Does not inflect. Numeral: Masculine, Nominative, Singular (other forms exist for other genders and cases).

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΣ, ΕΝ

Etymology: From Proto-Indo-European *en-s, an extended form of the preposition *en (in).

G2192

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: EH-khon-tos

Translations: of having, of possessing, of holding, of being, of having a, of possessing a, of holding a, of being a

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'ἔχω' (echō), meaning 'to have', 'to hold', or 'to possess'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing someone or something that is in the act of having, holding, or being. In this genitive form, it often indicates possession or a characteristic of something, similar to 'of one who has' or 'of that which has'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΕΚΤΗΜΕΝΟΣ, ΚΡΑΤΟΥΝΤΟΣ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-doo-NAI

Translations: to give back, to pay back, to render, to restore, to repay, to return

Notes: This word is the aorist active infinitive form of the verb ἀποδίδωμι (apodidōmi). It is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'back', and the verb δίδωμι (didōmi), meaning 'to give'. Therefore, it literally means 'to give back' or 'to give away from oneself'. It is used to express the action of returning something, paying a debt, rendering what is due, or restoring something to its original state or owner. It can be used in contexts of financial transactions, fulfilling obligations, or divine retribution.

Inflection: Infinitive, Aorist, Active

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΔΙΔΟΝΑΙ, ἈΠΟΤΙΝΕΙΝ, ἈΠΟΚΑΘΙΣΤΑΝ

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun, Adjective

Sounds like: KOO-ree-oss

Translations: Lord, a Lord, master, a master, owner, an owner, sir

Notes: This word refers to a person who has authority, control, or ownership over something or someone. It is frequently used in the New Testament to refer to God or Jesus Christ, signifying their supreme authority and sovereignty. It can also be used in a more general sense for a human master or owner.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ, ΑΥΘΕΝΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word ΚΥΡΙΟΣ derives from the Greek word κῦρος (kyros), meaning 'supreme power' or 'authority'. It signifies one who possesses power and authority, thus a lord or master.

G4098

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pra-THEE-nai

Translations: to be sold, to be bought, to be put up for sale

Notes: This is the aorist passive infinitive form of the verb 'pipraskō', meaning 'to sell'. As an infinitive, it functions like a verbal noun, often translated as 'to be sold' or 'for sale'. It indicates the action of being sold, rather than the act of selling by an agent. It can be used in various constructions where the action of being sold is the focus, such as after prepositions or as the subject or object of another verb.

Inflection: Aorist, Passive, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΠΩΛΕΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

G4098

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: peh-SOHN

Translations: having fallen, falling, fell, fallen

Notes: ΠΕΣΩΝ is the aorist active participle of the verb ΠΙΠΤΩ, meaning 'to fall' or 'to fall down'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is completed relative to the main verb of the sentence. It can function adjectivally, modifying a noun, or adverbially, indicating cause, time, or manner. For example, 'the man having fallen' or 'when he fell'.

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

Synonyms: ΚΑΤΑΠΙΠΤΩ, ΕΜΠΙΠΤΩ, ΠΕΡΙΠΙΠΤΩ

Etymology: The root verb ΠΙΠΤΩ comes from an ancient Proto-Indo-European root meaning 'to fall'. It is related to words in other Indo-European languages that also convey the idea of falling or dropping.

G1401

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOO-los

Translations: servant, a servant, slave, a slave, bondservant, a bondservant

Notes: The word "δούλος" (doulos) refers to a servant, slave, or bondservant. In ancient Greek society, a δούλος was typically someone who was the property of another, lacking personal rights and serving their master. However, in a religious context, it can also denote a devoted servant of God, emphasizing willing submission and loyalty rather than forced servitude.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Nominative

Synonyms: ΘΕΡΑΠΩΝ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word "δούλος" is of uncertain origin, possibly pre-Greek. It is thought to be related to the concept of being bound or enslaved.

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-nos

Translations: that, that one, he, she, it, those, they

Notes: This word is a demonstrative pronoun or adjective meaning 'that' or 'that one'. As a pronoun, it refers to a person or thing previously mentioned or understood from context, often emphasizing distance or distinction from the speaker or listener. As an adjective, it modifies a noun, indicating 'that' specific noun. It is used to point out something or someone 'over there' or 'the one previously mentioned', contrasting with 'this' (οὗτος).

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Etymology: From ἐκεῖ (ekeî, 'there'). It refers to something or someone at a distance, contrasting with οὗτος (hoûtos, 'this one, here').

G4352

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pros-eh-KOO-nay

Translations: was worshipping, was bowing down, was prostrating oneself, was doing obeisance

Notes: This word describes the act of showing reverence or adoration, typically by bowing down, prostrating oneself, or kissing the ground. It can be used to describe worship of God or a deity, but also to show respect or submission to a king, a person of authority, or even an idol. The form 'ΠΡΟΣΕΚΥΝΕΙ' indicates a continuous or repeated action in the past, meaning 'he/she/it was worshipping' or 'he/she/it was bowing down'.

Inflection: Imperfect Indicative, Active, Third Person Singular

Synonyms: ΣΕΒΟΜΑΙ, ΛΑΤΡΕΥΩ, ΔΟΥΛΕΥΩ

Etymology: The word ΠΡΟΣΚΥΝΕΩ is a compound word formed from the preposition ΠΡΟΣ (pros), meaning 'towards' or 'to', and ΚΥΝΕΩ (kyneo), meaning 'to kiss'. Thus, it literally means 'to kiss towards' or 'to kiss the ground towards someone', signifying an act of reverence or adoration.

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'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: Ah-po-DOH-soh

Translations: I will give back, I will repay, I will restore, I will render, I will pay back

Notes: This is a compound verb meaning to give back, repay, restore, or render what is due. It is used to express a future action of returning something or fulfilling an obligation. For example, it can be used in the context of repaying a debt, returning an item, or rendering an account.

Inflection: Future, Active, Indicative, 1st Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΚΑΘΙΣΤΗΜΙ, ΑΠΟΤΙΝΩ

Etymology: From the prefix ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'back', and the verb δίδωμι (didōmi), meaning 'to give'.

G4697

Part of Speech: Verb (Participle)

Sounds like: splang-khni-STHAYS

Translations: having been moved with compassion, having felt pity, having had mercy

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'splagchnizomai', meaning to be moved with compassion or to feel pity. It describes someone who has experienced a deep, visceral feeling of empathy or mercy, often leading to an action of help or relief. It is frequently used in the New Testament to describe Jesus's emotional response to suffering.

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

Synonyms: ΕΛΕΕΩ, ΟΙΚΤΕΙΡΩ

Etymology: The verb 'splagchnizomai' is derived from 'splagchnon', which refers to the inward parts or intestines, considered the seat of emotions and affections. Thus, to be moved with compassion implies a deep, gut-level feeling.

G1401

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: DOO-loo

Translations: of a slave, of a servant, of a bondservant

Notes: This word is the genitive singular form of the noun 'δούλος' (doulos), meaning 'slave' or 'servant'. It refers to someone who is in a state of servitude, whether by compulsion or by choice, often implying complete devotion or submission to a master or to God. In the genitive case, it indicates possession or origin, so it translates as 'of a slave' or 'of a servant'.

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΕΤΗΣ, ΥΠΗΡΕΤΗΣ, ΘΕΡΑΠΩΝ

G1565

Part of Speech: Demonstrative Pronoun, Demonstrative Adjective

Sounds like: eh-KAY-noo

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

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

Inflection: Singular, Genitive, Masculine or Neuter

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

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-FEE-ken

Translations: he sent away, he let go, he left, he forgave, he permitted

Notes: This word is a verb meaning 'to send away,' 'to let go,' 'to leave,' 'to forgive,' or 'to permit.' It describes an action of releasing, abandoning, or granting permission. Its specific meaning often depends on the context in which it is used.

Inflection: Third Person Singular, Aorist Indicative, Active Voice

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΛΥΩ, ΕΑΩ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΕΩ

Etymology: The word ἀφίημι is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from,' and the verb ἵημι (hiēmi), meaning 'to send' or 'to throw.' Thus, its core meaning is 'to send away' or 'to let go from.'

G1831

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ex-EL-thohn

Translations: having gone out, going out, coming out, having come out

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'exerchomai', meaning 'to go out' or 'to come out'. As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred or is occurring in relation to the main verb of the sentence. It often indicates movement from an inside location to an outside one, or from one state/condition to another.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΑΠΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ, ΕΚΒΑΙΝΩ, ΠΡΟΕΡΧΟΜΑΙ

G4155

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ep-NEE-gen

Translations: choked, strangled, drowned, suffocated

Notes: This is a verb meaning to choke, strangle, drown, or suffocate. It describes the act of causing someone or something to stop breathing, either by constriction or by submersion in water. It can also be used metaphorically to mean to overwhelm or suppress.

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

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΠΝΙΓΩ, ΠΝΙΓΜΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΠΝΙΓΩ is of uncertain origin, possibly related to the Proto-Indo-European root *pneig- meaning 'to choke'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-POH-doss

Translations: give back, pay back, render, restore, fulfill

Notes: This word is an imperative form of the verb 'apodidomi', meaning 'to give back', 'to pay back', 'to render', 'to restore', or 'to fulfill'. It is used to command someone to return something, pay a debt, or fulfill a vow or obligation. For example, it could be used in a sentence like 'Give back the money!' or 'Fulfill your vows!'.

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

Synonyms: ἈΠΟΤΙΝΩ, ἈΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ἈΠΟΠΛΗΡΟΩ

Etymology: The word ἀποδίδωμι (apodidomi) is a compound word formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo), meaning 'from' or 'away from', and the verb δίδωμι (didomi), meaning 'to give'. Thus, its core meaning is 'to give away' or 'to give back'.

G3784

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: oh-FEE-lays

Translations: you owe, you ought, you must, you should, you are indebted to

Notes: This verb means to owe a debt, to be under obligation, or to be bound by duty. It is often used to express what one 'ought' or 'should' do, indicating a moral or legal necessity. It can also refer to a financial debt.

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

Synonyms: ΔΕΙ, ΧΡΗ

Etymology: From a compound of the prefix 'ὀφ-' (oph-), meaning 'to, toward', and a root related to 'φείλομαι' (pheilomai), meaning 'to be indebted'. It originally conveyed the idea of being bound or obligated.

G4889

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: soon-DOO-loss

Translations: fellow servant, a fellow servant, fellow slave, a fellow slave

Notes: This is a compound word formed from the prefix ΣΥΝ (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and ΔΟΥΛΟΣ (doulos), meaning 'slave' or 'servant'. Therefore, it refers to someone who is a 'fellow slave' or 'fellow servant', indicating a shared status or service with another person. It is used to describe individuals who serve the same master or are in a similar position of servitude or ministry.

Inflection: Singular, Nominative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ, ΣΥΝΔΙΑΚΟΝΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΣΥΝΔΟΥΛΟΣ is a compound of the preposition ΣΥΝ (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and the noun ΔΟΥΛΟΣ (doulos), meaning 'slave' or 'servant'.

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

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'.

G0565

Part of Speech: Verb, Participle

Sounds like: ap-el-THOHN

Translations: having gone away, having departed, having gone, having left

Notes: This word is a participle derived from the verb 'aperchomai', meaning 'to go away' or 'to depart'. As a participle, it describes an action that has already occurred or is completed, often functioning adverbially to modify the main verb in a sentence. It indicates that the subject has performed the action of going away before or concurrently with the action of the main verb.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Masculine, Nominative, Singular

Synonyms: ΕΞΕΛΘΩΝ, ΥΠΑΓΩΝ

G5438

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: foo-la-KAYN

Translations: guard, a guard, prison, a prison, watch, a watch, custody, a custody, keeping, a keeping

Notes: This word refers to the act of guarding or keeping, a place of custody like a prison, or a period of watching, such as a night watch. It can be used to describe a literal prison or a state of being held in custody. It can also refer to the act of keeping or observing something, like a command or a law.

Inflection: Singular, Accusative, Feminine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΜΩΤΗΡΙΟΝ, ΤΗΡΗΣΙΣ, ΚΟΥΣΤΩΔΙΑ

Etymology: The word ΦΥΛΑΚΗ (phylakē) comes from the verb φυλάσσω (phylassō), meaning 'to guard, watch, protect'.

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-po-DOH

Translations: give back, pay back, render, restore, repay, sell

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo, meaning 'from' or 'back') and the verb δίδωμι (didomi, meaning 'to give'). It means to give back, repay, restore, or render something. It can also mean to sell, as in giving something away in exchange for money. It is used in contexts of fulfilling obligations, returning what is due, or making a payment.

Inflection: First Person Singular, Aorist Active Subjunctive

Synonyms: ΑΠΟΤΙΝΩ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

G3784

Part of Speech: Participle, Adjective, Noun

Sounds like: oh-FEI-loh-meh-non

Translations: what is owed, due, a debt, that which is due, that which is owed

Notes: This word is the neuter singular form of the perfect passive participle of the verb 'ὀφείλω', meaning 'to owe' or 'to be indebted'. It refers to something that is owed, due, or a debt. It can function as an adjective modifying a neuter noun, or as a substantive noun meaning 'that which is owed' or 'a debt'.

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

Synonyms: ΧΡΕΟΣ, ΟΦΕΙΛΗΜΑ

Etymology: The verb 'ὀφείλω' (opheilō) comes from Proto-Indo-European *obʰel-, meaning 'to owe, to be indebted'. It is related to the concept of obligation or debt.

G1096

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: geh-NO-meh-nah

Translations: having become, having come into being, having happened, things that have happened, events, happenings

Notes: ΓΕΝΟΜΕΝΑ is the aorist middle/passive participle of the verb ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ (ginomai), meaning 'to become,' 'to come into being,' or 'to happen.' As a participle, it functions like an adjective or adverb, describing an action that has already occurred. In its neuter plural form, it often refers to 'things that have happened' or 'events.' It can be used in various grammatical cases depending on its role in the sentence, often functioning as the subject or object of a clause.

Inflection: Aorist, Middle/Passive, Participle, Neuter, Plural, Nominative or Accusative

Synonyms: ΓΕΓΟΝΟΤΑ, ΣΥΜΒΑΝΤΑ

Etymology: The verb ΓΙΝΟΜΑΙ (ginomai) 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.

G3076

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-loo-PEE-thay-san

Translations: they were grieved, they were saddened, they became sorrowful, they were distressed

Notes: This word describes a state of being grieved, saddened, or distressed. It is used to indicate that a group of people experienced sorrow or pain, often due to an external event or circumstance. It is the passive voice, meaning the subjects are acted upon, experiencing the grief rather than causing it.

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

Synonyms: ΠΕΝΘΕΩ, ΣΤΕΝΑΖΩ, ὈΔΥΡΟΜΑΙ

G1245

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: dee-eh-sa-FE-san

Translations: they made clear, they explained, they declared, they made known

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition διά (dia), meaning 'through' or 'thoroughly', and the verb σαφέω (sapheō), meaning 'to make clear'. It means to make something thoroughly clear, to explain it in detail, or to declare it plainly. It is used to describe the act of clarifying information or revealing facts.

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

Synonyms: ΔΗΛΟΩ, ΕΞΗΓΕΟΜΑΙ, ΦΑΝΕΡΟΩ

G2962

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: KOO-ree-OH

Translations: to the Lord, for the Lord, to the master, for the master, to an owner, for an owner

Notes: This word is the dative singular form of the noun ΚΥΡΙΟΣ, meaning 'Lord,' 'master,' or 'owner.' In the dative case, it typically indicates the indirect object of an action, the recipient, or the beneficiary. It is commonly used in religious contexts to refer to God or Jesus Christ, but can also refer to a human master or owner. For example, it might be used in phrases like 'to give thanks to the Lord' or 'to serve the master.'

Inflection: Singular, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΠΟΤΗΣ

G1398

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: DOO-leh

Translations: serve, be a slave, obey

Notes: This word is likely an imperative form of the verb 'δουλεύω' (douleuo), meaning 'to serve' or 'to be a slave'. It would typically be used as a command, such as 'serve!' or 'be a slave!'. However, the ending 'Ε' is not a standard imperative ending for this verb in Koine Greek (which would be 'δούλευε' for the singular active imperative). It is possible that 'ΔΟΥΛΕ' is a misspelling or a non-standard variant of the imperative form.

Inflection: Imperative, Present, Active, Second Person, Singular (likely a non-standard or misspelled form)

Synonyms: ΥΠΗΡΕΤΕ, ΛΑΤΡΕΥΕ

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: ah-FEE-kah

Translations: I left, I sent away, I forgave, I permitted, I let go, I abandoned

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ἀπό (apo, meaning 'from' or 'away from') and the verb ἵημι (hiēmi, meaning 'to send' or 'to let go'). It means to send away, let go, permit, or forgive. Its meaning can vary depending on the context, often implying a release or abandonment of something or someone.

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

Synonyms: ἘΆΩ, ΠΑΡΊΗΜΙ, ΣΥΓΧΩΡΈΩ

G1893

Part of Speech: Conjunction, Adverb

Sounds like: eh-PEI

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

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

Inflection: Does not inflect

Synonyms: ΔΙΟΤΙ, ΚΑΘΟΤΙ, ΕΠΕΙΔΗ

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

G3870

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: par-eh-ka-LEH-sas

Translations: you exhorted, you encouraged, you comforted, you appealed to, you summoned, you invited

Notes: This word is the aorist active indicative form of the verb 'παρακαλέω' (parakaleō), meaning 'to call alongside', 'to exhort', 'to encourage', 'to comfort', 'to appeal to', 'to summon', or 'to invite'. It is a compound word formed from 'παρά' (para, 'beside, alongside') and 'καλέω' (kaleō, 'to call'). Its meaning can vary depending on the context, ranging from offering comfort and encouragement to issuing a strong appeal or summons. It describes an action completed in the past.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Indicative, 2nd Person, Singular

Synonyms: ΠΡΟΤΡΕΠΩ, ΣΥΜΒΟΥΛΕΥΩ, ΠΑΡΑΜΥΘΕΟΜΑΙ

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'.

G1653

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: eh-leh-AY-sai

Translations: to have mercy, to show pity, to be merciful

Notes: This word is an aorist active infinitive form of the verb 'ἐλεέω' (eleeō), meaning 'to have mercy' or 'to show pity'. It describes the act of extending compassion or kindness to someone in need or distress. As an infinitive, it often functions as a verbal noun, indicating the purpose or result of an action, or as the object of another verb.

Inflection: Aorist, Active, Infinitive

Synonyms: ΟΙΚΤΕΙΡΩ, ΣΠΛΑΓΧΝΙΖΟΜΑΙ

Etymology: The verb 'ἐλεέω' (eleeō) is derived from the noun 'ἔλεος' (eleos), meaning 'mercy' or 'pity'. It is related to the concept of compassion felt for another's suffering.

G4889

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: SYN-doo-lon

Translations: fellow servant, a fellow servant, fellow slave, a fellow slave

Notes: This word is a compound noun, formed from the preposition "σύν" (syn), meaning "with" or "together," and "δοῦλος" (doulos), meaning "servant" or "slave." It refers to someone who serves alongside another, a companion in service or slavery. It emphasizes a shared status or task with another individual.

Inflection: Singular, Masculine, Accusative

Synonyms: ΣΥΝΕΡΓΟΣ, ΣΥΝΕΡΓΑΤΗΣ

Etymology: The word "σύνδουλος" is a compound of "σύν" (syn), meaning 'with' or 'together', and "δοῦλος" (doulos), meaning 'servant' or 'slave'. The root "δοῦλος" comes from an older Greek word related to binding or being bound.

G3710

Part of Speech: Participle

Sounds like: or-ghis-THAYS

Translations: having become angry, being enraged, having been provoked

Notes: This word is an aorist passive participle, meaning 'having become angry' or 'having been enraged'. It describes a state of anger that has been entered into or a provocation that has been received, often indicating the cause or circumstance of a subsequent action. It functions like an adjective or adverb, modifying a noun or verb to provide additional information about the subject's state.

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

Synonyms: ΘΥΜΩΘΕΙΣ, ΕΞΑΓΡΙΩΘΕΙΣ

Etymology: The verb ὀργίζομαι (orgizomai) is derived from ὀργή (orgē), meaning 'anger' or 'wrath'. It describes the state of being filled with or experiencing anger.

G3860

Part of Speech: Verb

Sounds like: pah-reh-DOH-ken

Translations: handed over, delivered, gave up, betrayed, committed, entrusted

Notes: This is a compound verb formed from the preposition ΠΑΡΑ (para), meaning 'beside' or 'alongside', and the verb ΔΙΔΩΜΙ (didomi), meaning 'to give'. It generally means to hand something over to someone, to deliver, or to give up. Depending on the context, it can also mean to betray someone, to commit something to someone's care, or to entrust. It is often used in the sense of delivering someone into custody or handing over a tradition.

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

Synonyms: ΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΕΠΙΔΙΔΩΜΙ, ΑΠΟΔΙΔΩΜΙ

G0932

Part of Speech: Noun

Sounds like: bah-sah-nee-STAIS

Translations: to tormentors, to torturers, to jailers

Notes: This word refers to those who inflict torment or torture, often in the context of punishment or imprisonment. It can be translated as 'tormentor,' 'torturer,' or 'jailer,' depending on the specific context. It is used to describe individuals responsible for carrying out severe physical or mental suffering, or those who hold someone in custody under harsh conditions.

Inflection: Plural, Dative, Masculine

Synonyms: ΔΕΣΜΟΦΥΛΑΞ, ΤΙΜΩΡΟΣ

Etymology: The word ΒΑΣΑΝΙΣΤΗΣ (basanistēs) derives from the verb βασανίζω (basanizō), meaning 'to torment' or 'to test by torture,' which in turn comes from βάσανος (basanos), meaning 'touchstone' or 'test.' The original sense of testing a metal's purity evolved to mean testing by torture or torment.

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