Diós (en. God)

/dios/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
Supreme entity worshiped in various religions.
In many cultures, people pray to God for help and guidance.
En muchas culturas, la gente reza a Dios por ayuda y guía.
Concept of deity in different mythologies.
Zeus is considered a god in Greek mythology.
Zeus es considerado un dios en la mitología griega.
Representation of the spirit of good or justice.
She believes that God rewards the righteous.
Ella cree que Dios premia a los justos.

Etymology

From the Latin 'deus', which means 'god' or 'deity'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

God is with us
Expression indicating that one has divine protection.
Dios está con nosotros
Thank God
A way to give thanks for something positive that has happened.
Gracias a Dios
God willing
Expression denoting trust that something will happen if it is in the divine plan.
Si Dios quiere

Related Words

divine
Pertaining to or related to God.
divino
theology
Study of the nature of God and religion.
teología
worship
Act of venerating or worshiping God.
adoración

Slang Meanings

Colloquial use to refer to someone very dear or admired.
That girl is a god on the dance floor.
Esa chica es un diós en la pista de baile.
Expression of surprise or admiration.
My God! I can't believe you won!
¡Diós mío! ¡No puedo creer que hayas ganado!