Strong's G3120 · Greek
μαλακός
malakos · /mal-ak-os'/
Number
G3120
Language
Greek
Original word
μαλακός
Transliteration
malakos
Pronunciation
mal-ak-os'
KJV occurrences
3 verses
Definition
of uncertain affinity; soft, i.e. fine (clothing); figuratively, a catamite:--effeminate, soft.
KJV: effeminate, soft
Root / derivation: of uncertain affinity
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered μαλακός across 3 verses.
soft3×
effeminate1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3120 (malakos) mean?
of uncertain affinity; soft, i.e. fine (clothing); figuratively, a catamite:--effeminate, soft.
How many times does G3120 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3120 (μαλακός) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “soft.”
How is malakos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3120 is rendered as “soft” (3×), “effeminate” (1×).
Where does the Greek word μαλακός come from?
of uncertain affinity