Strong's Concordance/Greek/G5548

Strong's G5548 · Greek

χρίω

chrio · /khree'-o/

Number
G5548
Language
Greek
Original word
χρίω
Transliteration
chrio
Pronunciation
khree'-o
KJV occurrences
5 verses

Definition

probably akin to 5530 through the idea of contact; to smear or rub with oil, i.e. (by implication) to consecrate to an office or religious service:--anoint.

KJV: anoint

Root / derivation: probably akin to 5530 through the idea of contact

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered χρίω across 5 verses.

anointed5×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Luke1 verse
Acts2 verses
2 Corinthians1 verse
Hebrews1 verse

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G5548 (chrio) mean?

probably akin to 5530 through the idea of contact; to smear or rub with oil, i.e. (by implication) to consecrate to an office or religious service:--anoint.

How many times does G5548 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G5548 (χρίω) appears in 5 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “anointed.”

How is chrio translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G5548 is rendered as “anointed” (5×).

Where does the Greek word χρίω come from?

probably akin to 5530 through the idea of contact