devi
Devi (noun) means a goddess in Hindu and Vedic mythology, or the general Sanskrit-derived title used for a female deity. Example: “The temple is dedicated to the local devi believed to protect the village.”
How to use devi
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA word for a Hindu goddess, also used as a title attached to a goddess's name or as a woman's first name.
Word forms
devis plural
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The temple is dedicated to the local _____ believed to protect the village.
Etymology
From Sanskrit देवी (devī), meaning "goddess" — the feminine form of deva, "god" or "shining one."
Rhymes for devi
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What does “devi” mean?
The word “devi” means a goddess in Hindu and Vedic mythology, or the general Sanskrit-derived title used for a female deity. In plain terms, a word for a Hindu goddess, also used as a title attached to a goddess's name or as a woman's first name.
How do you pronounce “devi”?
“Devi” is pronounced DAY-vee (/ˈdeɪvi/ in IPA).
How do you use “devi” in a sentence?
Here is “devi” used in a sentence: “The temple is dedicated to the local devi believed to protect the village.”
What part of speech is “devi”?
Depending on how it is used, “devi” can be a noun and a name.
Where does the word “devi” come from?
The word “devi” comes from Sanskrit. From Sanskrit देवी (devī), meaning "goddess" — the feminine form of deva, "god" or "shining one.".
How many meanings does “devi” have?
“Devi” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a goddess in Hindu and Vedic mythology, or the general Sanskrit-derived title used for a female deity.
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