Strong’s G5455

φωνέω

Part of speech

Verb

Transliteration

phóneó

Pronunciation

fo-neh'-o

Definition

To call, to cry out, to speak

Meaning

I give forth a sound, hence: (a) of a cock: I crow, (b) of men: I shout, (c) trans: I call (to myself), summon; I invite, address.

Usage

The verb "phóneó" primarily means to call or to make a sound. It is used in the New Testament to describe the act of calling out, whether vocally or metaphorically. This can include calling someone by name, making a proclamation, or even the sound made by animals. The term emphasizes the act of vocal communication or the expression of a message.

Bible references

Matthew 20:32;Matthew 26:34;Matthew 26:74;Matthew 26:75;Matthew 27:47;Mark 1:26;Mark 9:35;Mark 10:49;Mark 10:49;Mark 10:49;Mark 14:30;Mark 14:68;Mark 14:72;Mark 14:72;Mark 15:35;Luke 8:8;Luke 8:54;Luke 14:12;Luke 16:2;Luke 16:24;Luke 19:15;Luke 22:34;Luke 22:60;Luke 22:61;Luke 23:46