Strong's Concordance/Greek/G220

Strong's G220 · Greek

ἀλέκτωρ

aléktōr

Number
G220
Language
Greek
Original word
ἀλέκτωρ
Transliteration
aléktōr
KJV occurrences
11 verses

Definition

a cock or male fowl

KJV: cock

Root / derivation: from (to ward off);

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀλέκτωρ across 11 verses.

cock12×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Matthew3 verses
Mark3 verses
Luke3 verses
John2 verses

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G220 (aléktōr) mean?

a cock or male fowl

How many times does G220 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G220 (ἀλέκτωρ) appears in 11 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “cock.”

How is aléktōr translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G220 is rendered as “cock” (12×).

Where does the Greek word ἀλέκτωρ come from?

from (to ward off);