Strong’s G1308

διαφέρω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

diapheró

Pronunciation

dee-af-er'-o

Definition

To differ, to carry through, to excel, to be better, to surpass.

Meaning

(a) trans: I carry through, hither and thither, (b) intrans: I am different, differ, and sometimes: I surpass, excel.

Usage

The Greek verb "diapheró" primarily means "to carry through" or "to differ." It is used in the New Testament to denote a distinction or difference between things or people, often implying superiority or excellence. The term can also convey the idea of surpassing or excelling in quality or value.

Bible references

Matthew 6:26;Matthew 10:31;Matthew 12:12;Mark 11:16;Luke 12:7;Luke 12:24;Acts 13:49;Acts 27:27;Romans 2:18;1 Corinthians 15:41;Galatians 2:6;Galatians 4:1;Philippians 1:10