ἄχρηστος (áchrēstos) — Unprofitable

Greek word study: ἄχρηστος (áchrēstos), Strong's G890. inefficient, i.e. (by implication) detrimental

GreekStrong's G890
Quick definition
Greek word
ἄχρηστος (áchrēstos)

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inefficient, i.e. (by implication) detrimental

Word study
Derivation: from G1 (Α) (as a negative particle) and G5543 (χρηστός);

KJV translation words: unprofitable

Where this word appears

Strong's G890 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 Philemon 1:11.

How it is rendered in the text

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

useless ×1

Forms found in the text

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

ἄχρηστον ×1

Verses (all 1)

Related entries

Named in this entry's derivation: G1 Α (A), G5543 χρηστός (chrēstós).

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 áchrēstos (G890) mean?

Inefficient, i.e. (by implication) detrimental.

How is G890 translated in the KJV?

The KJV translates G890 as: unprofitable.

How often does ἄχρηστος (áchrēstos) appear?

Strong's G890 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 Philemon 1:11.