Strong's G2572 · Greek
καλύπτω
kalýptō
Number
G2572
Language
Greek
Original word
καλύπτω
Transliteration
kalýptō
KJV occurrences
7 verses
Definition
to cover up (literally or figuratively)
KJV: cover, hide
Root / derivation: akin to G2813 (κλέπτω) and G2928 (κρύπτω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered καλύπτω across 7 verses.
Cover2×
covered2×
hid2×
covereth1×
hide1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
7 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Matthew2 verses
Luke2 verses
2 Corinthians1 verse
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2572 (kalýptō) mean?
to cover up (literally or figuratively)
How many times does G2572 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2572 (καλύπτω) appears in 7 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “Cover.”
How is kalýptō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2572 is rendered as “Cover” (2×), “covered” (2×), “hid” (2×), “covereth” (1×), among other words.
Where does the Greek word καλύπτω come from?
akin to G2813 (κλέπτω) and G2928 (κρύπτω);