Strong's G4738 · Greek
στῆθος
stethos · /stay'-thos/
Number
G4738
Language
Greek
Original word
στῆθος
Transliteration
stethos
Pronunciation
stay'-thos
KJV occurrences
5 verses
Definition
from 2476 (as standing prominently); the (entire external) bosom, i.e. chest:--breast.
KJV: breast
Root / derivation: from 2476 (as standing prominently)
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered στῆθος across 5 verses.
breast3×
breasts2×
Every occurrence (KJV)
5 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
Luke2 verses
John2 verses
Topics that use this word
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G4738 (stethos) mean?
from 2476 (as standing prominently); the (entire external) bosom, i.e. chest:--breast.
How many times does G4738 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G4738 (στῆθος) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “breast.”
How is stethos translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G4738 is rendered as “breast” (3×), “breasts” (2×).
Where does the Greek word στῆθος come from?
from 2476 (as standing prominently)