Dei (en. Dei)

/deɪ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
God, a supreme being in many religions.
The dei in multiple mythologies is considered the creator of the universe.
El dei en múltiples mitologías es considerado el creador del universo.
Term used in theological contexts.
The sacred scriptures speak of the manifestation of the dei.
Las escrituras sagradas hablan de la manifestación del dei.

Etymology

From Latin 'deus', meaning 'God'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

Deus ex machina
An unexpected solution to a complicated problem.
Dei ex machina
By the grace of God
By the grace of God.
Dei gratia

Related Words

deity
Quality of being a god or divinity.
deidad
divinity
Divine nature or state of being divine.
divinidad

Slang Meanings

Expression of surprise or admiration.
Wow, I can't believe you arrived so early!
¡Dei, no puedo creer que hayas llegado tan pronto!
Used to emphasize the impressive nature of something.
That car is amazing, I love it!
Ese coche es dei, ¡me encanta!