δεξιὰ
dexiós
right
Having to do with the right side, especially the right hand; pertaining to or located on the right as opposed to the left. In broader contexts, denotes right as a direction, side of honor, or designated position, commonly associated with the right hand of a person or of a thing. Can be used adjectivally ('right, on the right side') or substantivally ('right hand, right side'). In figurative contexts, may refer to a position of honor or favor.
John 21:6 · Word #8
Lexicon G1188
| Lemma | δεξιός |
| Transliteration | dexiós |
| Strong's | G1188 |
| Definition | Having to do with the right side, especially the right hand; pertaining to or located on the right as opposed to the left. In broader contexts, denotes right as a direction, side of honor, or designated position, commonly associated with the right hand of a person or of a thing. Can be used adjectivally ('right, on the right side') or substantivally ('right hand, right side'). In figurative contexts, may refer to a position of honor or favor. |
Morphology ADJ.A ACC N PL
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | ADJ.A — Attributive Adjective — Describes a noun directly |
| Case | ACC — Accusative — Direct object or extent |
| Gender | N — Neuter — Grammatical neuter |
| Number | PL — Plural — More than one |
Common Translation
| Phrase | right |
| Literal | right |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | δεξιός |
| Strong's | G1188 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G1188-01
the right hand
| Morphological Notes | Gr,NS,,,,NFS — substantive adjective, nominative, feminine, singular. |
| Rendering Rationale | As a feminine nominative singular substantive adjective, it functions as a noun meaning "the right (one)," commonly referring to the right hand. The rendering preserves both the directional contrast (right vs. left) and the substantival feminine usage. |
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