ἀλυσιτελής (alysitelḗs) — Unprofitable

Greek word study: ἀλυσιτελής (alysitelḗs), Strong's G255. gainless, i.e. (by implication) pernicious

GreekStrong's G255
Quick definition
Greek word
ἀλυσιτελής (alysitelḗs)

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gainless, i.e. (by implication) pernicious

Word study
Derivation: from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and the base of G3081 (λυσιτελεῖ);

KJV translation words: unprofitable

Where this word appears

Strong's G255 is tagged on 1 word in 1 verse across 1 book of the word-by-word Greek New Testament text on this site. The only verse is Hebrews 13:17.

How it is rendered in the text

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unprofitable ×1

Forms found in the text

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

ἀλυσιτελὲς ×1

Verses (all 1)

Related entries

Named in this entry's derivation: G1 Α (A), G3081 λυσιτελεῖ (lysiteleî).

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 alysitelḗs (G255) mean?

Gainless, i.e. (by implication) pernicious.

How is G255 translated in the KJV?

The KJV translates G255 as: unprofitable.

How often does ἀλυσιτελής (alysitelḗs) appear?

Strong's G255 is tagged on 1 word in 1 verse across 1 book of the word-by-word Greek New Testament text on this site. The only verse is Hebrews 13:17.