ἐγόγγυζον
gongýzō
To murmur, to express discontent or dissatisfaction in a low voice, to grumble. The verb denotes both private muttering and low-voiced complaint, often directed against a leader or authority, or out of general disapproval. In context, it can refer to whispered complaint, covert criticism, or subdued protest, typically expressing displeasure or objection. The word can also convey a sense of disquiet or unhappiness voiced in a non-confrontational way.
Matthew 20:11 · Word #3
Lexicon G1111
| Lemma | γογγύζω |
| Transliteration | gongýzō |
| Strong's | G1111 |
| Definition | To murmur, to express discontent or dissatisfaction in a low voice, to grumble. The verb denotes both private muttering and low-voiced complaint, often directed against a leader or authority, or out of general disapproval. In context, it can refer to whispered complaint, covert criticism, or subdued protest, typically expressing displeasure or objection. The word can also convey a sense of disquiet or unhappiness voiced in a non-confrontational way. |
Morphology V IMPF ACT IND 3P PL
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | V — Verb — An action or state of being |
| Tense | IMPF — Imperfect — Continuous or repeated past action |
| Voice | ACT — Active — The subject performs the action |
| Mood | IND — Indicative — States a fact or reality |
| Person | 3P — 3rd person — The one spoken about ("he/she/it/they") |
| Number | PL — Plural — More than one |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | γογγύζω |
| Strong's | G1111 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G1111-02
they were murmuring
| Morphological Notes | Verb; imperfect tense (past ongoing), active voice, indicative mood, 3rd person plural. |
| Rendering Rationale | "Murmuring" preserves the onomatopoeic sense of low, subdued complaint inherent in γογγύζω. The imperfect active indicative, third person plural, is reflected by "they were," conveying ongoing past action. |
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