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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

koine

/kɔɪˈniː/ noun · British & US
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What does koine mean?

noun

The common dialect of ancient Greek, used as a lingua franca from around the 3rd century BC to the 4th century AD. A style of language that is simple and easy to understand.

Example

"The koine Greek used in the New Testament is still studied by scholars today."

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