Strong’s G2875

κόπτω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

koptó

Pronunciation

kop-to'

Definition

To cut, to strike, to mourn

Meaning

(a) I cut, cut off, strike, smite, (b) mid: I beat my breast or head in lamentation, lament, mourn, sometimes with acc. of person whose loss is mourned.

Usage

The Greek verb "koptó" primarily means "to cut" or "to strike." In the New Testament, it is often used metaphorically to describe the act of mourning or lamentation, particularly in the context of beating one's breast as an expression of grief or sorrow. This usage reflects a deep, emotional response to loss or repentance.

Bible references

Matthew 11:17;Matthew 21:8;Matthew 24:30;Mark 11:8;Luke 8:52;Luke 23:27;Revelation 1:7;Revelation 18:9