εἴωθα

etho · /eth'-o/

Number

G1486

Language

Greek

Original word

εἴωθα

Transliteration

etho

Pronunciation

eth'-o

KJV occurrences

4 verses

Definition

a primary verb; to be used (by habit or conventionality); neuter perfect participle usage:--be custom (manner, wont).

KJV: be custom (manner, wont)

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered εἴωθα across 4 verses.

wont2×

custom1×

was1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

4 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Matthew1 verse

Matthew 27:15

Now at that feast the governor was wont to release unto the people a prisoner, whom they would.

Mark1 verse

Mark 10:1

And he arose from thence, and cometh into the coasts of Judaea by the farther side of Jordan: and the people resort unto him again; and, as he was wont, he taught them again.

Luke1 verse

Luke 4:16

And he came to Nazareth, where he had been brought up: and, as his custom was, he went into the synagogue on the sabbath day, and stood up for to read.

Acts1 verse

Acts 17:2

And Paul, as his manner was, went in unto them, and three sabbath days reasoned with them out of the scriptures,

Topics that use this word

Sabbath Sabbath, the Word of God Atonement Judge Nazareth Passover Prayer, Public Prisoners Prophecies Respecting Christ Reasoning Synagogues

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G1486 (etho) mean?

a primary verb; to be used (by habit or conventionality); neuter perfect participle usage:--be custom (manner, wont).

How many times does G1486 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G1486 (εἴωθα) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “wont.”

How is etho translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G1486 is rendered as “wont” (2×), “custom” (1×), “was” (1×).