Strong’s G0214

ἀλαλάζω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

alalazó

Pronunciation

ah-lah-LAH-zo

Definition

To shout, to cry aloud, to wail

Meaning

I cry aloud, raise a war-cry; a clanging or clashing cymbal.

Usage

The verb ἀλαλάζω (alalazó) is used in the New Testament to describe a loud cry or shout, often in the context of a battle cry or a shout of triumph. It conveys a sense of strong emotion, whether it be joy, alarm, or lamentation. The term can also imply a communal or public expression, as it is often used in contexts involving groups of people.

Bible references

Mark 5:38;1 Corinthians 13:1