ἄνω
ánō
above
An adverb of place meaning 'above' or 'upward,' indicating position at a higher place or level. Used to denote spatial elevation ('up, above'), position of origin, or status relative to something else (such as 'from above,' 'from the higher region,' or 'on top'). Can also function to indicate that something is situated further up (e.g., at the brim) or comes from a higher source or realm in metaphorical contexts.
Colossians 3:2 · Word #2
Lexicon G507
| Lemma | ἄνω |
| Transliteration | ánō |
| Strong's | G507 |
| Definition | An adverb of place meaning 'above' or 'upward,' indicating position at a higher place or level. Used to denote spatial elevation ('up, above'), position of origin, or status relative to something else (such as 'from above,' 'from the higher region,' or 'on top'). Can also function to indicate that something is situated further up (e.g., at the brim) or comes from a higher source or realm in metaphorical contexts. |
Morphology ADV
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | ADV — Adverb — Modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb |
Common Translation
| Phrase | above |
| Literal | above |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | ἄνω |
| Strong's | G507 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G507-01
above
| Morphological Notes | Adverb of place (Gr,D); indeclinable; denotes spatial position or direction upward. |
| Rendering Rationale | "Above" directly reflects the adverbial sense of spatial elevation inherent in the root ἀν- ('up'). As an adverb of place, it denotes position at a higher level without inflection for case, number, or gender. |
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