Strong's Concordance/Greek/G5142

Strong's G5142 · Greek

τρέφω

tréphō

Number
G5142
Language
Greek
Original word
τρέφω
Transliteration
tréphō
KJV occurrences
8 verses

Definition

but perhaps strengthened from the base of G5157 (τροπή) through the idea of convolution); properly, to stiffen, i.e. fatten (by implication, to cherish (with food, etc.), pamper, rear)

KJV: bring up, feed, nourish

Root / derivation: a primary verb (properly, ;

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered τρέφω across 8 verses.

nourished3×
feedeth2×
fed1×
feed1×
up1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

8 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.

Matthew2 verses
Luke2 verses
Acts1 verse
James1 verse
Revelation2 verses

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G5142 (tréphō) mean?

but perhaps strengthened from the base of G5157 (τροπή) through the idea of convolution); properly, to stiffen, i.e. fatten (by implication, to cherish (with food, etc.), pamper, rear)

How many times does G5142 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G5142 (τρέφω) appears in 8 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “nourished.”

How is tréphō translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G5142 is rendered as “nourished” (3×), “feedeth” (2×), “fed” (1×), “feed” (1×), among other words.

Where does the Greek word τρέφω come from?

a primary verb (properly, ;