γελάω (geláō) — Laugh

Greek word study: γελάω (geláō), Strong's G1070. to laugh (as a sign of joy or satisfaction)

GreekStrong's G1070
Quick definition
Greek word
γελάω (geláō)

Computer-generated, not a recording of historical speech.

to laugh (as a sign of joy or satisfaction)

Word study
Derivation: of uncertain affinity;

KJV translation words: laugh

Where this word appears

Strong's G1070 is tagged on 2 words in 2 verses across 1 book of the word-by-word Greek New Testament text on this site. It first appears in Luke 6:21 and last appears in Luke 6:25.

How it is rendered in the text

The plain-English sense shown on each tagged word, with the number of times each appears.

laughing ×1you will laugh ×1

Forms found in the text

The spellings in which the word is actually written, which can differ by prefix, ending or tense.

γελάσετε ×1γελῶντες ×1

Verses (all 2)

  • Luke 6:21 — γελάσετε — you will laugh
  • Luke 6:25 — γελῶντες — laughing

Related entries

Entries whose derivation names this word: G1071 γέλως (gélōs).

Counts and verses come from the word-by-word tagging of the original-language text published on this site (STEPBible data, CC BY 4.0). They count tagged words, not English translations.

Frequently asked questions

What does geláō (G1070) mean?

To laugh (as a sign of joy or satisfaction).

How is G1070 translated in the KJV?

The KJV translates G1070 as: laugh.

How often does γελάω (geláō) appear?

Strong's G1070 is tagged on 2 words in 2 verses across 1 book of the word-by-word Greek New Testament text on this site. It first appears in Luke 6:21 and last appears in Luke 6:25.