Strong's G5176 · Greek
τρώγω
trṓgō
Definition
or perhaps rather of a base of G5167 (τρυγών) and G5149 (τρίζω) through the idea of a craunching sound; to gnaw or chew, i.e. (generally) to eat
KJV: eat
Root / derivation: probably strengthened from a collateral form of the base of G5134 (τραῦμα) and G5147 (τρίβος) through the idea of corrosion or wear;
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered τρώγω across 6 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
6 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
John5 verses
Whoso eateth my flesh, and drinketh my blood, hath eternal life; and I will raise him up at the last day.
John 6:56He that eateth my flesh, and drinketh my blood, dwelleth in me, and I in him.
John 6:57As the living Father hath sent me, and I live by the Father: so he that eateth me, even he shall live by me.
John 6:58This is that bread which came down from heaven: not as your fathers did eat manna, and are dead: he that eateth of this bread shall live for ever.
John 13:18I speak not of you all: I know whom I have chosen: but that the scripture may be fulfilled, He that eateth bread with me hath lifted up his heel against me.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G5176 (trṓgō) mean?
or perhaps rather of a base of G5167 (τρυγών) and G5149 (τρίζω) through the idea of a craunching sound; to gnaw or chew, i.e. (generally) to eat
How many times does G5176 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G5176 (τρώγω) appears in 6 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “eateth.”
How is trṓgō translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G5176 is rendered as “eateth” (5×), “eating” (1×).
Where does the Greek word τρώγω come from?
probably strengthened from a collateral form of the base of G5134 (τραῦμα) and G5147 (τρίβος) through the idea of corrosion or wear;