Strong's G4422 · Greek
πτοέω
ptoéō
Number
G4422
Language
Greek
Original word
πτοέω
Transliteration
ptoéō
KJV occurrences
2 verses
Definition
to scare
KJV: frighten
Root / derivation: probably akin to the alternate of G4098 (πίπτω) (through the idea of causing to fall) or to G4072 (πέτομαι) (through that of causing to fly away);
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered πτοέω across 2 verses.
terrified2×
be1×
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 G4422 (ptoéō) mean?
to scare
How many times does G4422 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4422 (πτοέω) appears in 2 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “terrified.”
How is ptoéō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4422 is rendered as “terrified” (2×), “be” (1×).
Where does the Greek word πτοέω come from?
probably akin to the alternate of G4098 (πίπτω) (through the idea of causing to fall) or to G4072 (πέτομαι) (through that of causing to fly away);