εὖ
eû
well
As an adverb, εὖ primarily means 'well,' indicating manner, quality, or state of being in a positive or favorable way. Its semantic range extends to 'rightly,' 'properly,' 'successfully,' 'fortunately,' or 'in good circumstances,' depending on the context. It most often modifies verbs to describe an action that is performed in a fitting, appropriate, or commendable manner. In some contexts, εὖ can express moral approval or satisfaction (e.g., 'well done'), or the notion of wellbeing ('it is well with you').
Ephesians 6:3 · Word #2
Lexicon G2095
| Lemma | εὖ |
| Transliteration | eû |
| Strong's | G2095 |
| Definition | As an adverb, εὖ primarily means 'well,' indicating manner, quality, or state of being in a positive or favorable way. Its semantic range extends to 'rightly,' 'properly,' 'successfully,' 'fortunately,' or 'in good circumstances,' depending on the context. It most often modifies verbs to describe an action that is performed in a fitting, appropriate, or commendable manner. In some contexts, εὖ can express moral approval or satisfaction (e.g., 'well done'), or the notion of wellbeing ('it is well with you'). |
Morphology ADV
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | ADV — Adverb — Modifies a verb, adjective, or other adverb |
Common Translation
| Phrase | well |
| Literal | well |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | εὖ |
| Strong's | G2095 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G2095-01
well
| Morphological Notes | Adverb (Gr,D); indeclinable, modifying a verb or clause to express manner or quality. |
| Rendering Rationale | As an adverb built on the root meaning 'good,' εὖ describes manner in a positive, fitting, or commendable way. "Well" directly preserves its core sense of acting or being in a good or proper manner without importing contextual nuance. |
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SILEX v2
SIBI-P2 (Context-Aware)
well
| Same as P1 | Yes |
| Rationale | 'Well' is the direct adverbial translation of εὖ and fits the purpose-result clause. P1 is correct and contextually suitable. |