otan

"otan"

Type: subordinating conjunction

Meaning: when, whenever

Composition: 'ὅτε' (when) + 'ἄν' (particle marking indefiniteness or generality)

Usage: Typically introduces temporal clauses with indefinite or general sense, and usually takes a verb in the subjunctive mood.

Notes: Primarily used in subordinate clauses to express recurring or indefinite temporal reference in classical and later Greek.