Strong's G2785 · Greek
κῆτος
ketos · /kay'-tos/
Number
G2785
Language
Greek
Original word
κῆτος
Transliteration
ketos
Pronunciation
kay'-tos
KJV occurrences
1 verse
Definition
probably from the base of 5490; a huge fish (as gaping for prey):--whale.
KJV: whale
Root / derivation: probably from the base of 5490
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered κῆτος across 1 verse.
whale's1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
1 verse use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G2785 (ketos) mean?
probably from the base of 5490; a huge fish (as gaping for prey):--whale.
How many times does G2785 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G2785 (κῆτος) appears in 1 verse of the King James Version, most often translated “whale's.”
How is ketos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G2785 is rendered as “whale's” (1×).
Where does the Greek word κῆτος come from?
probably from the base of 5490