κράβαττον
krábbatos
mat
A simple mattress or pallet used for lying, resting, or sleeping, typically a light and portable bedding made of cloth or rushes, placed directly on the ground or floor. The term can also denote a mat carried by invalids or the poor, as opposed to a more substantial or structured bedframe (κλίνη). In various contexts, κράββατος refers specifically to the bedding of individuals with limited means or those who are incapacitated, and is frequently associated with mobility (e.g., being carried).
Mark 2:4 · Word #18
Lexicon G2895
| Lemma | κράββατος |
| Transliteration | krábbatos |
| Strong's | G2895 |
| Definition | A simple mattress or pallet used for lying, resting, or sleeping, typically a light and portable bedding made of cloth or rushes, placed directly on the ground or floor. The term can also denote a mat carried by invalids or the poor, as opposed to a more substantial or structured bedframe (κλίνη). In various contexts, κράββατος refers specifically to the bedding of individuals with limited means or those who are incapacitated, and is frequently associated with mobility (e.g., being carried). |
Morphology N ACC M SG
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Case | ACC — Accusative — Direct object or extent |
| Gender | M — Masculine — Grammatical masculine |
| Number | SG — Singular — One |
Common Translation
| Phrase | mat |
| Literal | mat-bed |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | κράβαττος |
| Strong's | G2895 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G2895-02
a simple pallet
| Morphological Notes | Noun, accusative masculine singular (Gr,N,,,,,AMS); direct object form, masculine, singular. |
| Rendering Rationale | "Pallet" reflects a light, portable sleeping mat rather than a structured bed, preserving the root sense of a humble mattress. The accusative singular form is rendered with the English singular and an indefinite article to reflect its object form. |
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