Dei (en. God)
/deɪ/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
God, in a religious context.
Believers gather to pray to the god.
Les croyants se réunissent pour prier au dei.
A divine principle or higher power.
Human actions are often guided by the will of the god.
Les actions humaines sont souvent guidées par la volonté du dei.
A term sometimes used to refer to an emblematic or idolatrous figure.
In some cultures, the god is venerated through rituals.
Dans certaines cultures, le dei est vénéré à travers des rituels.
Etymology
The word 'dei' comes from the Latin 'deus', meaning God.
Common Phrases and Expressions
deus ex machina
An unexpected solution to a complex problem.
dei ex machina
the will of the gods
The intentions or desires of God or the gods.
la volonté des dei
Related Words
devotion
An attachment or fidelity to the god or divinity.
dévotion
prayer
The act of addressing God.
prière
Slang Meanings
An expression of astonishment or admiration.
When he won, everyone shouted 'dei!'
Quand il a gagné, tout le monde a crié 'dei !'
Refers to something exceptional.
This cake is really dei!
Ce gâteau est vraiment dei !