dioses
/dee-OH-sehs/
gods
"Dioses" translates directly to "gods," referring to multiple deities.
📝 In Action
Los antiguos romanos adoraban a muchos dioses.
A2The ancient Romans worshipped many gods.
Según la leyenda, los dioses vivían en el Monte Olimpo.
B1According to the legend, the gods lived on Mount Olympus.
💡 Grammar Points
Plural Form
'Dioses' is the plural of 'dios' (god). Because 'dios' ends in a consonant ('s'), we add '-es' to make it plural.
⭐ Usage Tips
Capitalization
When referring to the singular God of monotheistic religions (like Christianity or Islam), always use the singular, capitalized form: 'Dios'. 'Dioses' is reserved for multiple, often mythological, figures.
When used as an interjection, "¡Dioses!" means "Good heavens!" or "Oh my gods!" expressing surprise or dismay.
dioses(Interjection)
Good heavens!
?surprise or dismay
,Oh my gods!
?strong reaction
My goodness!
?mild surprise
📝 In Action
¡Dioses! ¡Casi olvidamos la reservación!
B2Good heavens! We almost forgot the reservation!
¡Dioses, qué frío hace aquí!
C1Oh my gods, it's so cold in here!
⭐ Usage Tips
Exclamation Style
Using the plural '¡Dioses!' as an exclamation is a way to express strong emotion without directly invoking the singular '¡Dios!', which can sometimes feel more serious or intense.
✏️ Quick Practice
💡 Quick Quiz: dioses
Question 1 of 1
Which sentence uses 'dioses' as an exclamation of surprise?
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'dioses' used to talk about the Christian God?
No. When referring to the single God of monotheistic religions (like Christianity or Islam), you must use the singular form 'Dios' (usually capitalized). 'Dioses' refers only to multiple deities, typically from ancient or mythological belief systems.
Can I use 'dioses' instead of 'Dios' in everyday speech?
Only if you intend to use it as an exclamation (like '¡Dioses!'). If you are making a literal reference to a deity, use the singular 'Dios' or the plural 'dioses' correctly based on whether you mean one or many.