κωφός

kōphosAdjectiveG2974

deaf/mute

From: from G2875 (κόπτω);

Short Definition

blunted, i.e. (figuratively) of hearing (deaf) or speech (dumb)

Full Lexicon Entry

blunt, dull. Metaphorical, of the senses, esp. (a) of speech, dumb: (b) of hearing, deaf.
LXX Usage: chiefly for אִלֵּם; for חָרָשׁ

Grammar

Part of Speech Adjective

Morphology G:A

DescriptionGreek Adjective

Occurrences

12 times

Appears 12 times in the New Testament. Top books include:

Matthew
6
Luke
3
Mark
3

Key Passages

  • Luke 1:22
  • Luke 7:22
  • Matthew 12:22
  • Matthew 15:31
  • Matthew 9:33

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