ἔτι

From the study of Galatians 1:10

Range of meaning

Still, yet, any longer. It marks something continuing from an earlier time, or (with a negative) something that has stopped.

Against the English

Most versions keep 'still' (KJV 'yet'). Readers often pass over it, but it implies a 'before'.

Used elsewhere in the period

Paul uses the same word in 5:11 ('if I still preach circumcision'), also in a defensive passage about his past.

From the study of John 14:19

Range of meaning

'Still a little [while]': a short time remaining before something decisive happens.

Against the English

'In a little while' (BSB) and 'before long' or 'soon' (some modern versions) are all accurate. KJV/WEB 'yet a little while' keeps the 'still/yet' sense of eti, meaning that time is running out.

Used elsewhere in the period

In John it is a refrain of Jesus' last days: 7:33; 12:35; 13:33; 16:16–19, where the disciples ask, 'What is this "little while"?' Similar phrasing appears in Old Testament prophecy for imminent divine action, e.g., Isa 10:25; Hag 2:6 ('yet once, in a little while'); Heb 10:37 quotes Hab 2:3 in this form.

From the study of Matthew 19:20

Range of meaning

Still, yet, besides, any longer. It marks something that continues or remains beyond what has been mentioned.

Against the English

"Still" (BSB, WEB, ESV, NIV, NASB) and "yet" (KJV, YLT) are both accurate.

Used elsewhere in the period

A common adverb in Greek of every period. Here it is the hinge between the man's claim and his question.