οὐκοῦν | Ancient Greek Analysis with Conjugation Tables

Definition

Therefore; accordingly; so then—an inferential particle introducing a conclusion or next step (often in questions expecting assent: “then, surely…?”).

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Grammatical Analysis

"οὐκοῦν"

Components: οὐ (negative particle) + κοῦν (inferential particle < καὶ οὖν)

Function: inferential/confirmatory particle introducing a conclusion or implication; often expecting agreement (≈ 'then surely', 'so then', 'therefore')

Note on verb type: not applicable (not a verb)

Related Forms of οὐκοῦν

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Other inflected forms of this word that have been analyzed:

ουκουν particle

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