Strong's G3191 · Greek
μελετάω
meletao · /mel-et-ah'-o/
Number
G3191
Language
Greek
Original word
μελετάω
Transliteration
meletao
Pronunciation
mel-et-ah'-o
KJV occurrences
3 verses
Definition
from a presumed derivative of 3199; to take care of, i.e. (by implication) revolve in the mind:--imagine, (pre-)meditate.
KJV: imagine, (pre-)meditate
Root / derivation: from a presumed derivative of 3199
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered μελετάω across 3 verses.
imagine1×
premeditate1×
upon1×
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 G3191 (meletao) mean?
from a presumed derivative of 3199; to take care of, i.e. (by implication) revolve in the mind:--imagine, (pre-)meditate.
How many times does G3191 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3191 (μελετάω) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “imagine.”
How is meletao translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3191 is rendered as “imagine” (1×), “premeditate” (1×), “upon” (1×).
Where does the Greek word μελετάω come from?
from a presumed derivative of 3199