Strong’s G4846

συμπνίγω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

sumpnigó

Pronunciation

soom-pnee'-go

Definition

To choke, to suffocate, to crowd out

Meaning

I choke utterly, as weeds do plants; I crowd upon.

Usage

The verb "sumpnigó" is used in the New Testament to describe the act of choking or suffocating. It is often used metaphorically to describe how external pressures or distractions can stifle spiritual growth or productivity. The term conveys a sense of being overwhelmed or crowded out by other forces.

Bible references

Matthew 13:22;Mark 4:7;Mark 4:19;Luke 8:14;Luke 8:42