meditation
word
Definition
A practice of focusing your mind, often in silence, to achieve relaxation, awareness, or spiritual growth. It usually involves sitting quietly and paying attention to your thoughts or breathing.
Usage & Nuances
Typically uncountable: 'do meditation', 'practice meditation', 'guided meditation'. Often used in health and wellness contexts. 'Meditate' is the verb. Avoid using for unrelated activities (e.g., 'thinking deeply').
Spanish: meditaciónPortuguese (BR): meditaçãoPortuguese (PT): meditaçãoChinese (Simplified): 冥想 - 静坐Chinese (Traditional): 冥想 - 靜坐Hindi: ध्यानArabic: تأملBengali: ধ্যানRussian: медитацияJapanese: 瞑想Vietnamese: thiềnKorean: 명상Turkish: meditasyonUrdu: مراقبہIndonesian: meditasi
Example Sentences
I practice meditation every morning.
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Meditation helps me relax after work.
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She teaches a meditation class on Tuesdays.
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After just five minutes of meditation, I felt much calmer.
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Some people use meditation apps for daily practice.
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For her, meditation is more than relaxation – it's a way of life.
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