Strong’s G4328

προσδοκάω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

prosdokaó

Pronunciation

pros-do-KAH-o

Definition

To expect, to wait for, to look for

Meaning

I expect, wait for, await, think, anticipate.

Usage

The verb προσδοκάω is used in the New Testament to convey the sense of anticipation or expectation. It often implies a forward-looking attitude, where one is waiting for something to happen or for someone to arrive. This expectation can be positive, such as looking forward to a promise being fulfilled, or it can be more neutral or even negative, depending on the context.

Bible references

Matthew 11:3;Matthew 24:50;Luke 1:21;Luke 3:15;Luke 7:19;Luke 7:20;Luke 8:40;Luke 12:46;Acts 3:5;Acts 10:24;Acts 27:33;Acts 28:6;Acts 28:6;2 Peter 3:12;2 Peter 3:13;2 Peter 3:14