god
/χɔt/
The English word "God" is translated into Afrikaans as god.
The term god is used to refer to a deity in a general sense.
Meaning: deity (noun)
Which one should you use?
Use the lowercase god when referring to any deity. When referring specifically to the single deity of monotheism or a single male deity of duotheism, use the capitalized form God.
Related words
How do you pronounce it?
/χɔt/
Did you know?
- In Afrikaans, the word god is the root of the common slang term godverdomme, which is used as a powerful swear word similar to the English 'damn it'.
- The term godsdiens refers to 'religion', literally translating to 'god-service', implying that faith is an active duty rather than just a belief.
- In certain South African contexts, the concept of a deity might be discussed using words that are influenced by local Bantu languages, even though the word for 'god' itself remains god.
Examples in context
- Glo jy in God?Do you believe in God?This sentence is useful for asking about belief in God.Tatoeba #753055 by winterstream, translation #15971 by Swift
- God is oral.God is everywhere.This sentence is useful for stating that God is everywhere.Tatoeba #5494384 by CJuser01, translation #3253982 by deyta
- Dit is nie die woord van God nie.This is not the word of God.This sentence is useful for discussing the word of God.Tatoeba #13904733 by rul, translation #12303461 by Miktsoanit
- Ek dank Die Here vir sy genade en liefde.I thank The Lord for His grace and love.
- Die Gebed tot God is 'n kragtige bron van troos en leiding.Prayer to God is a powerful source of comfort and guidance.
- Die Skepper is wys en goedhartig teenoor sy skepsels.The Creator is wise and kind towards His creations.
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Example conversation
Johan and Nicola are discussing their spiritual beliefs.
- JohanEk dink dat God ons almal liefhet.I think that God loves us all.
- NicolaEk stem saam, Johan.I agree, Johan.
- JohanWie is God vir jou, Nicola?Who is God to you, Nicola?
- NicolaHy is my krag en my vrede.He is my strength and my peace.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “God” translations, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Pronunciation from the Wiktionary entry God.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
