Greek Word Study
The meaning of “σχεδόν”
Understanding schedón reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
neuter of a presumed derivative of the alternate of ἔχω as adverb almost. - nigh, i.e. nearly
G4975
Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
σχεδόν
Phoneticskhed-on'
Transliterationschedón
Grammar Code
G:ADV
Greek Adverb
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
neuter of a presumed derivative of the alternate of ἔχω as adverb almost. - nigh, i.e. nearly
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
3 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 13:44 | “And the next sabbath day came almost the whole city together to hear the word of God.” Word: σχεδόν (schedón) | |
| Acts 19:26 | “Moreover ye see and hear, that not alone at Ephesus, but almost throughout all Asia, this Paul hath persuaded and turned away much people, saying that they be no gods, which are made with hands:” Word: σχεδόν (schedón) | |
| Hebrews 9:22 | “And almost all things are by the law purged with blood; and without shedding of blood is no remission.” Word: σχεδόν (schedón) |