Strong's G3817 · Greek
παίω
paio · /pah'-yo/
Number
G3817
Language
Greek
Original word
παίω
Transliteration
paio
Pronunciation
pah'-yo
KJV occurrences
5 verses
Definition
a primary verb; to hit (as if by a single blow and less violently than 5180); specially, to sting (as a scorpion):--smite, strike.
KJV: smite, strike
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered παίω across 5 verses.
smote4×
striketh1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3817 (paio) mean?
a primary verb; to hit (as if by a single blow and less violently than 5180); specially, to sting (as a scorpion):--smite, strike.
How many times does G3817 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3817 (παίω) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “smote.”
How is paio translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3817 is rendered as “smote” (4×), “striketh” (1×).