Strong's G3879 · Greek
παρακύπτω
parakýptō
Number
G3879
Language
Greek
Original word
παρακύπτω
Transliteration
parakýptō
KJV occurrences
5 verses
Definition
to bend beside, i.e. lean over (so as to peer within)
KJV: look (into), stoop down
Root / derivation: from G3844 (παρά) and G2955 (κύπτω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered παρακύπτω across 5 verses.
down3×
look1×
looketh1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
John2 verses
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G3879 (parakýptō) mean?
to bend beside, i.e. lean over (so as to peer within)
How many times does G3879 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G3879 (παρακύπτω) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “down.”
How is parakýptō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G3879 is rendered as “down” (3×), “look” (1×), “looketh” (1×).
Where does the Greek word παρακύπτω come from?
from G3844 (παρά) and G2955 (κύπτω);