λόγιος

lógios

eloquent

Qualified in speech; skilled or learned in words, often specifically describing a person who is articulate, cultured, or capable in the use of language, including in rhetoric or discourse. In some contexts, designates someone knowledgeable, particularly in literature, philosophy, or sacred writings. The term may emphasize verbal fluency or intellectual accomplishment.

G3052

Acts 18:24 · Word #10

Lexicon G3052

Lemmaλόγιος
Transliterationlógios
Strong'sG3052
DefinitionQualified in speech; skilled or learned in words, often specifically describing a person who is articulate, cultured, or capable in the use of language, including in rhetoric or discourse. In some contexts, designates someone knowledgeable, particularly in literature, philosophy, or sacred writings. The term may emphasize verbal fluency or intellectual accomplishment.

Morphology ADJ.A NOM M SG All morphology codes

Part of Speech ADJ.A — Attributive Adjective — Describes a noun directly
Case NOM — Nominative — The subject of the sentence
Gender M — Masculine — Grammatical masculine
Number SG — Singular — One

Common Translation

Phraseeloquent
Literaleloquent-learned

Lexical Info

Lemmaλόγιος
Strong'sG3052

SIBI-P1 Translation G3052-01

learned in speech

Morphological NotesAdjective, nominative masculine singular (attributive), describing a male individual as possessing this quality.
Rendering Rationale"Learned in speech" reflects the adjectival form derived from λόγος, emphasizing cultivated skill and knowledge in discourse rather than mere fluency. The nominative masculine singular form describes a single male subject characterized by this quality.

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SILEX v2

SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)

learned in speech

Same as P1Yes
RationaleP1 faithfully renders the Greek and SILEX definition for λόγιος, focusing on learning and verbal skill. 'Eloquent' is possible, but P1's phrasing is fully accurate and keeps the SILEX precision over standard English.
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