Strong’s G3423

μνηστεύω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

mnésteuó

Pronunciation

mnace-tyoo'-o

Definition

To betroth, to engage

Meaning

I ask in marriage; pass: I am betrothed.

Usage

The verb μνηστεύω refers to the act of betrothing or engaging someone to be married. In the New Testament context, it describes the formal agreement or promise of marriage, which was a binding contract in Jewish culture, often more binding than modern-day engagements.

Bible references

Matthew 1:18;Luke 1:27;Luke 2:5