Strong's Concordance/Greek/G5501

Strong's G5501 · Greek

χείρων

cheiron · /khi'-rone/

Number
G5501
Language
Greek
Original word
χείρων
Transliteration
cheiron
Pronunciation
khi'-rone
KJV occurrences
9 verses

Definition

irregular comparative of 2556; from an obsolete equivalent cheres (of uncertain derivation); more evil or aggravated (physically, mentally or morally):--sorer, worse.

KJV: sorer, worse

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered χείρων across 9 verses.

worse4×
than3×
sorer1×
thing1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Matthew3 verses
Mark1 verse
Luke1 verse
John1 verse
1 Timothy1 verse
Hebrews1 verse
2 Peter1 verse

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G5501 (cheiron) mean?

irregular comparative of 2556; from an obsolete equivalent cheres (of uncertain derivation); more evil or aggravated (physically, mentally or morally):--sorer, worse.

How many times does G5501 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G5501 (χείρων) appears in 9 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “worse.”

How is cheiron translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G5501 is rendered as “worse” (4×), “than” (3×), “sorer” (1×), “thing” (1×).