σιωπάω
siōpáōGreek · G4623
Derivation
from (silence, i.e. a hush;
Meaning
properly, muteness, i.e. involuntary stillness, or inability to speak; and thus differing from G4602 (σιγή), which is rather a voluntary refusal or indisposition to speak, although the terms are often used synonymously); to be dumb (but not deaf also, like 2974 properly); figuratively, to be calm (as quiet water)
In the King James Version
dumb, (hold) peace
Translated as
peace (8), dumb (1), hold (1)
Where it appears
Found in 10 verses
- Acts
- 18:9