Strong’s G1304

διατρίβω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

diatribó

Pronunciation

dee-at-ree'-bo

Definition

To spend time, to stay, to remain

Meaning

I tarry, continue, stay in a place.

Usage

The verb διατρίβω primarily means to spend or pass time, often in the context of staying or remaining in a particular place. It conveys the idea of lingering or residing somewhere for a period. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the act of spending time in a location, often for the purpose of teaching, fellowship, or ministry.

Bible references

John 3:22;Acts 12:19;Acts 14:3;Acts 14:28;Acts 15:35;Acts 16:12;Acts 20:6;Acts 25:6;Acts 25:14