λυσιτελεῖ (lysiteleî) — It is Better

Greek word study: λυσιτελεῖ (lysiteleî), Strong's G3081. impersonally, it answers the purpose, i.e. is advantageous

GreekStrong's G3081
Quick definition
Greek word
λυσιτελεῖ (lysiteleî)

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impersonally, it answers the purpose, i.e. is advantageous

Word study
Derivation: third person singular present indicative active of a derivative of a compound of G3080 (λύσις) and G5056 (τέλος);

KJV translation words: it is better

Where this word appears

Strong's G3081 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 Luke 17:2.

How it is rendered in the text

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It is better ×1

Forms found in the text

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λυσιτελεῖ ×1

Verses (all 1)

  • Luke 17:2 — λυσιτελεῖ — It is better

Related entries

Named in this entry's derivation: G3080 λύσις (lýsis), G5056 τέλος (télos).

Entries whose derivation names this word: G255 ἀλυσιτελής (alysitelḗs).

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 lysiteleî (G3081) mean?

Impersonally, it answers the purpose, i.e. is advantageous.

How is G3081 translated in the KJV?

The KJV translates G3081 as: it is better.

How often does λυσιτελεῖ (lysiteleî) appear?

Strong's G3081 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 Luke 17:2.