πῶς
pōs
how
An interrogative adverb indicating manner or method, typically asking 'in what way?' or 'how?' something occurs or is done. It introduces both direct and indirect questions regarding mode, cause, or process. In exclamatory contexts, it expresses intensity or degree ('how much!' or 'how greatly!'). Also used idiomatically and in subordinate clauses to inquire about means, reason, or possibility.
John 14:9 · Word #21
Lexicon G4459
| Lemma | πῶς |
| Transliteration | pōs |
| Strong's | G4459 |
| Definition | An interrogative adverb indicating manner or method, typically asking 'in what way?' or 'how?' something occurs or is done. It introduces both direct and indirect questions regarding mode, cause, or process. In exclamatory contexts, it expresses intensity or degree ('how much!' or 'how greatly!'). Also used idiomatically and in subordinate clauses to inquire about means, reason, or possibility. |
Morphology ADV
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | ADV — Adverb — Modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb |
Common Translation
| Phrase | how |
| Literal | how |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | πῶς |
| Strong's | G4459 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G4459-01
in what way?
| Morphological Notes | Adverb (interrogative), indeclinable; no case, number, or gender; used in direct or indirect questions and sometimes exclamatory. |
| Rendering Rationale | The adverb denotes inquiry into manner or method, asking about the way or means by which something occurs. "In what way?" preserves the interrogative force and focuses on mode rather than general causation. |
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