Strong's G4738 · Greek
στῆθος
stēthos
Number
G4738
Language
Greek
Original word
στῆθος
Transliteration
stēthos
KJV occurrences
5 verses
Definition
the (entire external) bosom, i.e. chest
KJV: breast
Root / derivation: from G2476 (ἵστημι) (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 (stēthos) mean?
the (entire external) bosom, i.e. chest
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 stēthos 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 G2476 (ἵστημι) (as standing prominently);