Strong's Concordance/Greek/G3439

Strong's G3439 · Greek

μονογενής

monogenḗs

Number
G3439
Language
Greek
Original word
μονογενής
Transliteration
monogenḗs
KJV occurrences
9 verses

Definition

only-born, i.e. sole

KJV: only (begotten, child)

Root / derivation: from G3441 (μόνος) and G1096 (γίνομαι);

KJV usage breakdown

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

begotten6×
only2×
child1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Luke3 verses
John4 verses
Hebrews1 verse
1 John1 verse

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G3439 (monogenḗs) mean?

only-born, i.e. sole

How many times does G3439 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G3439 (μονογενής) appears in 9 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “begotten.”

How is monogenḗs translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G3439 is rendered as “begotten” (6×), “only” (2×), “child” (1×).

Where does the Greek word μονογενής come from?

from G3441 (μόνος) and G1096 (γίνομαι);