Strong's G118 · Greek
ἀθλέω
athleo · /ath-leh'-o/
Number
G118
Language
Greek
Original word
ἀθλέω
Transliteration
athleo
Pronunciation
ath-leh'-o
KJV occurrences
1 verse
Definition
from athlos (a contest in the public lists); to contend in the competitive games:--strive.
KJV: strive
Root / derivation: from athlos (a contest in the public lists)
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀθλέω across 1 verse.
strive2×
Every occurrence (KJV)
1 verse use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G118 (athleo) mean?
from athlos (a contest in the public lists); to contend in the competitive games:--strive.
How many times does G118 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G118 (ἀθλέω) appears in 1 verse of the King James Version, most often translated “strive.”
How is athleo translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G118 is rendered as “strive” (2×).
Where does the Greek word ἀθλέω come from?
from athlos (a contest in the public lists)