ὄντως
óntōs
indeed
An adverb meaning 'really, actually, truly, in reality.' It affirms the actual existence, truth, or factuality of a statement, as opposed to what is apparent, assumed, or hypothetical. In discourse, often used to emphasize that something exists or is the case in actuality, not just in word or appearance. Depending on context, can also reinforce a previous statement, or distinguish the true state of something from a false or superficial one.
1 Timothy 6:19 · Word #11
Lexicon G3689
| Lemma | ὄντως |
| Transliteration | óntōs |
| Strong's | G3689 |
| Definition | An adverb meaning 'really, actually, truly, in reality.' It affirms the actual existence, truth, or factuality of a statement, as opposed to what is apparent, assumed, or hypothetical. In discourse, often used to emphasize that something exists or is the case in actuality, not just in word or appearance. Depending on context, can also reinforce a previous statement, or distinguish the true state of something from a false or superficial one. |
Morphology ADV
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | ADV — Adverb — Modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb |
Common Translation
| Phrase | indeed |
| Literal | truly-indeed |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ὄντως |
| Strong's | G3689 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G3689-01
in reality
| Morphological Notes | Adverb (Gr,D), formed from the present active participle ὤν ("being") of εἰμί with the adverbial suffix -τως; functions to modify verbs or clauses. |
| Rendering Rationale | Derived from the present participle of "to be" with an adverbial ending, it literally denotes "in a being manner," affirming actual existence or factuality. As an adverb, it intensifies a statement by asserting its real and true state. |
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