γαρ | Ancient Greek Analysis with Conjugation Tables

Definition

γάρ is a postpositive conjunction meaning "for" or "since," introducing a causal or explanatory clause and signaling reason or justification. It is typically translated as "for" (or "since") in English.

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Grammatical Analysis

"γαρ"

Function: postpositive particle, most commonly used as an explanatory or inferential marker—usually translated as 'for' or 'because', introducing an explanation or justification of the preceding statement

Related Forms of γάρ

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Other inflected forms of this word that have been analyzed:

γὰρ conjunction

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