A.T. Robertson Commentary John 18:29

"Pilate therefore went out unto them, and saith, What accusation bring ye against this man?" — John 18:29 (ASV)

Went out (εξηλθεν εξω). Note both εξ and εξω (went out outside), since the Sanhedrin would not come into Pilate's palace. Apparently on a gallery over the pavement in front of the palace (John 19:13).

Accusation (κατηγοριαν). Old word for formal charge, in N.T. only here, 1 Timothy 5:19; Titus 1:6.

Against this man (του ανθρωπου τουτου). Objective genitive after κατηγοριαν. A proper legal inquiry.