Greek Infinitive usage Flashcards
1
Q
What is a Greek infinitive?
A
It is an indeclinable verbal noun verbal noun. It only has tense and voice.
2
Q
How many and what are the different uses of infinitives?
A
time
3
Q
For antecedent time what is the structure
A
priv to + Inf.
4
Q
For contemporaneous time what is the form structure?
A
ev to + Inf.
5
Q
For subsequent time what is the form structure of the infinitive?
A
ueta + Inf.
6
Q
What is the form structure for reason or cause?
A
Dia to + Inf. translated “because”
7
Q
What is the form structure for purpose?
A
eis to + inf.
pros to + inf.
Translated: in order that, for the purpose of
8
Q
What is the form structure for result?
A
wste + inf.
Translated: so that, with the result that
9
Q
What is the form structure for complementary usage?
A
The infinitive has no article and is used with the verb to complete the action. It is commonly found with the verbs: duvauai apxouai boulouai zntew thelw uellw
