Strong's Concordance/Greek/G2761

Strong's G2761 · Greek

κενῶς

kenōs

Number
G2761
Language
Greek
Original word
κενῶς
Transliteration
kenōs
KJV occurrences
1 verse

Definition

vainly, i.e. to no purpose

KJV: in vain

Root / derivation: adverb from G2756 (κενός);

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered κενῶς across 1 verse.

vain1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

1 verse use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G2761 (kenōs) mean?

vainly, i.e. to no purpose

How many times does G2761 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G2761 (κενῶς) appears in 1 verse of the King James Version, most often translated “vain.”

How is kenōs translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G2761 is rendered as “vain” (1×).

Where does the Greek word κενῶς come from?

adverb from G2756 (κενός);