Strong's G4155 · Greek
πνίγω
pnígō
Number
G4155
Language
Greek
Original word
πνίγω
Transliteration
pnígō
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
to wheeze, i.e. (causative, by implication) to throttle or strangle (drown)
KJV: choke, take by the throat
Root / derivation: strengthened from G4154 (πνέω);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered πνίγω across 2 verses.
choked1×
throat1×
Every occurrence (KJV)
2 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4155 (pnígō) mean?
to wheeze, i.e. (causative, by implication) to throttle or strangle (drown)
How many times does G4155 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4155 (πνίγω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “choked.”
How is pnígō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4155 is rendered as “choked” (1×), “throat” (1×).
Where does the Greek word πνίγω come from?
strengthened from G4154 (πνέω);