# FAQ

### What does the word "deis" mean?

Deis is an alternative form of [dais][], a raised platform for dignified occupancy.

### How do you pronounce "deis"?

DAY-iss

### Is there documentation for Deis in languages other than English?

Unofficial documentation in Chinese has been created by the DockerOne community.

[dais]: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dais