Greek Word Study

The meaning of ἀληθεύω

Understanding alētheúō reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.

Definition

speak (tell) the truth. - to be true (in doctrine and profession)

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ἀληθεύω

Phonetical-ayth-yoo'-o
Transliterationalētheúō
Grammar Code
G:V
Greek Verb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

speak (tell) the truth. - to be true (in doctrine and profession)

Scripture References

Occurrences in the Bible

2 total references
ReferenceText
Galatians 4:16

Am I therefore become your enemy, because I tell you the truth?

Word: ἀληθεύω (alētheúō)
Ephesians 4:15

But speaking the truth in love, may grow up into him in all things, which is the head, even Christ:

Word: ἀληθεύω (alētheúō)

Usage Statistics

Total Occurrences
2x
Most Frequent Book
Galatians
Book Distribution

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