Strong’s G3355

μετρητής

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

metrétés

Pronunciation

me-treh-TACE

Definition

Measure, a vessel for measuring

Meaning

a measure, amphora, about 39.39 liters or 8.75 gallons.

Usage

The term "metrétés" refers to a unit of liquid measurement or a vessel used for measuring liquids. In the context of the New Testament, it is used to describe a specific quantity of liquid, often in relation to wine or water.

Bible references

John 2:6