Strong’s G2980

λαλέω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

laleó

Pronunciation

lah-LEH-oh

Definition

To speak, to talk, to utter

Meaning

(I talk, chatter in classical Greek, but in NT a more dignified word) I speak, say.

Usage

The Greek verb "laleó" primarily means "to speak" or "to talk." It is used in the New Testament to describe the act of speaking, whether in conversation, proclamation, or teaching. The term can refer to both formal and informal speech and is often used in contexts where the content of the speech is significant, such as preaching the Gospel or conveying divine messages.

Bible references

Matthew 9:18;Matthew 9:33;Matthew 10:19;Matthew 10:19;Matthew 10:20;Matthew 10:20;Matthew 12:22;Matthew 12:34;Matthew 12:34;Matthew 12:36;Matthew 12:46;Matthew 12:46;Matthew 12:47;Matthew 13:3;Matthew 13:10;Matthew 13:13;Matthew 13:33;Matthew 13:34;Matthew 13:34;Matthew 14:27;Matthew 15:31;Matthew 17:5;Matthew 23:1;Matthew 26:13;Matthew 26:47