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ἥττον G2276
G2276 is the Greek word ἥττον, transliterated hḗtton. The King James Version most often renders it worse.
What it means
worse (as noun); by implication, less (as adverb).
Where it comes from
neuter of comparative of (slightly) used for that of G2556 (κακός).
How the King James Version translates it
Across 2 tagged occurrences, counted from this edition's word index.
Strong's own list of renderings: less, worse.
Verses using ἥττον
All 2 verses, quoted in full.
1 Corinthians 11:17 · KJV
Now in this that I declare unto you I praise you not, that ye come together not for the better, but for the worse.
2 Corinthians 12:15 · KJV
And I will very gladly spend and be spent for you; though the more abundantly I love you, the less I be loved.
Common questions
What does Strong's G2276 mean?
G2276 is the Greek word ἥττον (hḗtton), meaning worse (as noun); by implication, less (as adverb).
How is G2276 translated in the King James Version?
The King James translators rendered it worse (1 time), less (1 time).
How many times does G2276 appear in the Bible?
ἥττον (hḗtton) is tagged in 2 verses of the King James Version in this edition's word index.
Where does G2276 come from?
Strong's gives its derivation as: neuter of comparative of (slightly) used for that of G2556 (κακός).
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