Strong's Concordance/Greek/G5567

Strong's G5567 · Greek

ψάλλω

psállō

Number
G5567
Language
Greek
Original word
ψάλλω
Transliteration
psállō
KJV occurrences
4 verses

Definition

compare G5597 (ψώχω)); to twitch or twang, i.e. to play on a stringed instrument (celebrate the divine worship with music and accompanying odes)

KJV: make melody, sing (psalms)

Root / derivation: probably strengthened from (to rub or touch the surface;

KJV usage breakdown

How the Authorized (KJV) translators rendered ψάλλω across 4 verses.

sing3×
melody1×
psalms1×

Every occurrence (KJV)

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

Topics that use this word

Frequently asked questions

What does Strong's G5567 (psállō) mean?

compare G5597 (ψώχω)); to twitch or twang, i.e. to play on a stringed instrument (celebrate the divine worship with music and accompanying odes)

How many times does G5567 appear in the Bible?

Strong's G5567 (ψάλλω) appears in 4 verses of the King James Version, most often translated “sing.”

How is psállō translated in the KJV?

In the KJV, Strong's G5567 is rendered as “sing” (3×), “melody” (1×), “psalms” (1×).

Where does the Greek word ψάλλω come from?

probably strengthened from (to rub or touch the surface;