Strong’s G3878

παρακούω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

parakouó

Pronunciation

pah-rah-KOO-oh

Definition

To overhear, to neglect to hear, to disobey

Meaning

(a) I hear carelessly or incidentally, or I pretend not to hear, (b) I refuse to hear; I disobey, disregard.

Usage

The verb παρακούω (parakouó) primarily means to hear amiss or to fail to hear properly. It can imply a sense of neglect or disobedience, where one hears but does not heed or respond appropriately. In a biblical context, it often conveys the idea of ignoring or disregarding a message or command, particularly in relation to divine instruction or moral obligation.

Bible references

Matthew 18:17;Matthew 18:17;Mark 5:36