Strong's G686 · Greek
ἄρα
ara · /ar'-ah/
Definition
probably from 142 (through the idea of drawing a conclusion); a particle denoting an inference more or less decisive (as follows):--haply, (what) manner (of man), no doubt, perhaps, so be, then, therefore, truly, wherefore. Often used in connection with other particles, especially 1065 or 3767 (after) or 1487 (before). Compare also 687.
KJV: haply, (what) manner (of man), no doubt, perhaps, so be, then, therefore, truly, wherefore
Root / derivation: probably from 142 (through the idea of drawing a conclusion)
Frequently asked questions
What does Strong's G686 (ara) mean?
probably from 142 (through the idea of drawing a conclusion); a particle denoting an inference more or less decisive (as follows):--haply, (what) manner (of man), no doubt, perhaps, so be, then, therefore, truly, wherefore. Often used in connection with other particles, especially 1065 or 3767 (after) or 1487 (before). Compare also 687.
Where does the Greek word ἄρα come from?
probably from 142 (through the idea of drawing a conclusion)