θεωρῶ
theōréō
I see
To observe attentively, to watch or view closely; in broader usage, to perceive or discern through attentive observation, sometimes with engaged contemplation or evaluation of what is seen. The term can refer both to physical sight, especially watching as a spectator, and to the attentive or contemplative process of considering or assessing what is observed.
John 4:19 · Word #6
Lexicon G2334
| Lemma | θεωρέω |
| Transliteration | theōréō |
| Strong's | G2334 |
| Definition | To observe attentively, to watch or view closely; in broader usage, to perceive or discern through attentive observation, sometimes with engaged contemplation or evaluation of what is seen. The term can refer both to physical sight, especially watching as a spectator, and to the attentive or contemplative process of considering or assessing what is observed. |
Morphology V PRS ACT IND 1P SG
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | V — Verb — An action or state of being |
| Tense | PRS — Present — Ongoing or repeated action |
| Voice | ACT — Active — The subject performs the action |
| Mood | IND — Indicative — States a fact or reality |
| Person | 1P — 1st person — The speaker ("I" / "we") |
| Number | SG — Singular — One |
Common Translation
| Phrase | I see |
| Literal | I-see |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | θεωρέω |
| Strong's | G2334 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G2334-14
I am observing attentively
| Morphological Notes | Verb; present tense (ongoing action), active voice, indicative mood, first person singular — "I am observing." |
| Rendering Rationale | The present active indicative first singular conveys an ongoing, active process performed by the speaker. "Observing attentively" reflects the θεωρ- root’s emphasis on sustained, evaluative watching rather than mere seeing. |
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