σύροντες
sýrō
dragging
To drag or pull along (often with implied force), particularly over a surface. In extended contexts, to draw, haul or bring along by force, typically referring to people or objects being forcibly moved. The verb can denote various degrees of physical compulsion, from gently pulling to rough dragging, depending on context. Frequently used in situations involving arrest, capture, or the removal of something or someone against their will.
John 21:8 · Word #20
Lexicon G4951
| Lemma | σύρω |
| Transliteration | sýrō |
| Strong's | G4951 |
| Definition | To drag or pull along (often with implied force), particularly over a surface. In extended contexts, to draw, haul or bring along by force, typically referring to people or objects being forcibly moved. The verb can denote various degrees of physical compulsion, from gently pulling to rough dragging, depending on context. Frequently used in situations involving arrest, capture, or the removal of something or someone against their will. |
Morphology V PRS ACT PTCP NOM M PL
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | V — Verb — An action or state of being |
| Tense | PRS — Present — Ongoing or repeated action |
| Voice | ACT — Active — The subject performs the action |
| Mood | PTCP — Participle — A verbal adjective |
| Case | NOM — Nominative — The subject of the sentence |
| Gender | M — Masculine — Grammatical masculine |
| Number | PL — Plural — More than one |
Common Translation
| Phrase | dragging |
| Literal | dragging |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | σύρω |
| Strong's | G4951 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G4951-04
those dragging
| Morphological Notes | Verb; present tense (ongoing action), active voice, participle; nominative masculine plural. |
| Rendering Rationale | The present active participle conveys ongoing action, while the nominative masculine plural form indicates "those" performing the action. "Those dragging" preserves both the continuous sense and the active force implied in the root. |
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