κώνωπα
kṓnōps
A small, flying insect characterized by a stinging or piercing proboscis; in ancient contexts, typically refers to a gnat or mosquito. In literary and colloquial usage, denotes a tiny, irritating or biting insect, especially as an example of something trivial, minuscule, or of little consequence in contrast to something greater. In figurative language, can illustrate hyperbole, exaggeration, or the concept of focusing on trifling matters while neglecting the significant.
Matthew 23:24 · Word #6
Lexicon G2971
| Lemma | κώνωψ |
| Transliteration | kṓnōps |
| Strong's | G2971 |
| Definition | A small, flying insect characterized by a stinging or piercing proboscis; in ancient contexts, typically refers to a gnat or mosquito. In literary and colloquial usage, denotes a tiny, irritating or biting insect, especially as an example of something trivial, minuscule, or of little consequence in contrast to something greater. In figurative language, can illustrate hyperbole, exaggeration, or the concept of focusing on trifling matters while neglecting the significant. |
Morphology N ACC M SG
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Case | ACC — Accusative — Direct object or extent |
| Gender | M — Masculine — Grammatical masculine |
| Number | SG — Singular — One |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | κώνωψ |
| Strong's | G2971 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G2971-01
a mosquito
| Morphological Notes | Noun, accusative masculine singular (Gr,N,,,,,AMS): direct object form, singular, masculine. |
| Rendering Rationale | The lemma denotes a small stinging flying insect such as a mosquito or gnat. The accusative masculine singular form is reflected in English as a singular direct object, expressed naturally as "a mosquito." |
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