Dumnezeu

See also: dumnezeu

Romanian

Alternative forms

Etymology

From Latin domine deus (vocative). Compare Aromanian dumnidzã(u), Italian domineddio, Old Occitan Domerdieus, Occitan domnideu, French damedieu.

Pronunciation
  • IPA(key): [dum.neˈzew]
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Proper noun

Dumnezeu m (genitive and dative lui Dumnezeu)

  1. God

Usage notes
  • Usually found in the uppercase form. Plural is also uncommon.
  • When talking about the Christian God, the genitive and dative forms are constructed using the preposed lui that is used for (some) names: lui Dumnezeu.
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