bodhisattva
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Noun — In Buddhism, someone far along the path to enlightenment who chooses to keep helping others reach it rather than leave the cycle of rebirth for themselves.
How to use bodhisattva
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
bodhisattva vow
become a bodhisattva
Etymology
From Sanskrit बोधिसत्त्व (bodhisattva), literally "enlightenment-being," from bodhi ("awakening") + sattva ("being").
Full origin of bodhisattva →Frequently asked questions
What does “bodhisattva” mean?
The word “bodhisattva” means in Buddhism, someone far along the path to enlightenment who chooses to keep helping others reach it rather than leave the cycle of rebirth for themselves. In plain terms, a being who has nearly reached enlightenment but stays to help others get there too.
How do you pronounce “bodhisattva”?
“Bodhisattva” is pronounced bo-dih-SATVUH (/boʊ̯diːˈsʌtvə/ in IPA).
How do you use “bodhisattva” in a sentence?
Here is “bodhisattva” used in a sentence: “Compassion for all beings is the defining quality of a bodhisattva.”
What is another word for “bodhisattva”?
Words with a similar meaning to “bodhisattva” include mahasattva.
What part of speech is “bodhisattva”?
“Bodhisattva” is a noun.
Where does the word “bodhisattva” come from?
The word “bodhisattva” comes from Sanskrit. From Sanskrit बोधिसत्त्व (bodhisattva), literally "enlightenment-being," from bodhi ("awakening") + sattva ("being").
