Greek Word Study
The meaning of “διάλεκτος”
Understanding diálektos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
language, tongue. - a (mode of) discourse, i.e. "dialect"
G1258
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
διάλεκτος
Phoneticdee-al'-ek-tos
Transliterationdiálektos
Grammar Code
G:N-F
Greek Noun, Feminine
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
language, tongue. - a (mode of) discourse, i.e. "dialect"
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
6 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 21:40 | “And when he had given him licence, Paul stood on the stairs, and beckoned with the hand unto the people. And when there was made a great silence, he spake unto them in the Hebrew tongue, saying, ” Word: διάλεκτος (diálektos) |