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γέλως G1071
G1071 is the Greek word γέλως, transliterated gélōs. The King James Version most often renders it laughter.
What it means
laughter (as a mark of gratification).
Where it comes from
from G1070 (γελάω).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 1 tagged occurrence, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: laughter.
Verses using γέλως
All 1 verse, quoted in full.
James 4:9 · KJV
Be afflicted, and mourn, and weep: let your laughter be turned to mourning, and your joy to heaviness.
Common questions
What does Strong's G1071 mean?
G1071 is the Greek word γέλως (gélōs), meaning laughter (as a mark of gratification).
How is G1071 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it laughter (1 time).
How many times does G1071 appear in the Bible?
γέλως (gélōs) is tagged in 1 verse of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G1071 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: from G1070 (γελάω).
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