ὀργυιὰς
orguiá
fathoms
A measure of length based on the span of outstretched arms, typically defined as approximately six Greek feet (about 1.8 meters); used to indicate a standard length for depth, especially relating to bodies of water or objects measured by arm-span. The term denotes a specific measurement, equivalent to what in English is called a 'fathom,' but rooted in the physical gesture of stretching out the arms.
Acts 27:28 · Word #4
Lexicon G3712
| Lemma | ὀργυιά |
| Transliteration | orguiá |
| Strong's | G3712 |
| Definition | A measure of length based on the span of outstretched arms, typically defined as approximately six Greek feet (about 1.8 meters); used to indicate a standard length for depth, especially relating to bodies of water or objects measured by arm-span. The term denotes a specific measurement, equivalent to what in English is called a 'fathom,' but rooted in the physical gesture of stretching out the arms. |
Morphology N ACC F PL
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Case | ACC — Accusative — Direct object or extent |
| Gender | F — Feminine — Grammatical feminine |
| Number | PL — Plural — More than one |
Common Translation
| Phrase | fathoms |
| Literal | fathoms |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ὀργυιά |
| Strong's | G3712 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G3712-01
arm-span measures
| Morphological Notes | Noun, accusative feminine plural (Gr,N,,,,,AFP); denotes multiple units functioning as direct objects or measures. |
| Rendering Rationale | The noun denotes a standard unit of length derived from the act of stretching out the arms. The accusative feminine plural form is reflected by the plural "measures," preserving both quantity and its function as a measurable unit. |
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