Strong's G5350 · Greek
φθέγγομαι
phtheggomai · /ftheng'-gom-ahee/
Definition
probably akin to 5338 and thus to 5346; to utter a clear sound, i.e. (generally) to proclaim:--speak.
KJV: speak
Root / derivation: probably akin to 5338 and thus to 5346
KJV usage breakdown
How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered φθέγγομαι across 3 verses.
Every occurrence (KJV)
3 verses use this word, grouped by book — the translated form is highlighted.
2 Peter2 verses
But was rebuked for his iniquity: the dumb ass speaking with man's voice forbad the madness of the prophet.
2 Peter 2:18For when they speak great swelling words of vanity, they allure through the lusts of the flesh, through much wantonness, those that were clean escaped from them who live in error. clean: or, for a little, or, a while, as some read
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Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G5350 (phtheggomai) mean?
probably akin to 5338 and thus to 5346; to utter a clear sound, i.e. (generally) to proclaim:--speak.
How many times does G5350 appear in the Bible?
Strong's G5350 (φθέγγομαι) appears in 3 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “speak.”
How is phtheggomai translated in the KJV?
In the KJV, Strong's G5350 is rendered as “speak” (2×), “speaking” (1×).
Where does the Greek word φθέγγομαι come from?
probably akin to 5338 and thus to 5346