Strong's Concordance/Greek/G1646

Strong's G1646 · Greek

ἐλάχιστος

eláchistos

Number
G1646
Language
Greek
Original word
ἐλάχιστος
Transliteration
eláchistos
KJV occurrences
10 verses

Definition

used as equivalent to G3398 (μικρός); least (in size, amount, dignity, etc.)

KJV: least, very little (small), smallest

Root / derivation: superlative of (short);

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἐλάχιστος across 10 verses.

least9×
little1×
matters1×
small1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Matthew4 verses
Luke3 verses
1 Corinthians2 verses
James1 verse

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G1646 (eláchistos) mean?

used as equivalent to G3398 (μικρός); least (in size, amount, dignity, etc.)

How many times does G1646 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G1646 (ἐλάχιστος) appears in 10 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “least.”

How is eláchistos translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G1646 is rendered as “least” (9×), “little” (1×), “matters” (1×), “small” (1×).

Where does the Greek word ἐλάχιστος come from?

superlative of (short);