Strong's Concordance/Greek/G315

Strong's G315 · Greek

ἀναγκάζω

anankázō

Number
G315
Language
Greek
Original word
ἀναγκάζω
Transliteration
anankázō
KJV occurrences
9 verses

Definition

to necessitate

KJV: compel, constrain

Root / derivation: from G318 (ἀνάγκη);

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ἀναγκάζω across 9 verses.

compelled3×
constrained3×
compel1×
constrain1×
thou1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Matthew1 verse
Mark1 verse
Luke1 verse
Acts2 verses
2 Corinthians1 verse
Galatians3 verses

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G315 (anankázō) mean?

to necessitate

How many times does G315 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G315 (ἀναγκάζω) appears in 9 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “compelled.”

How is anankázō translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G315 is rendered as “compelled” (3×), “constrained” (3×), “compel” (1×), “constrain” (1×), among other words.

Where does the Greek word ἀναγκάζω come from?

from G318 (ἀνάγκη);