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Noun — A word or phrase repeated during meditation or prayer to aid focus.

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Etymology

From Sanskrit mantra, related to a root meaning "to think" — the same root that gives English "mind."

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Frequently asked questions

What does “mantra” mean?

The word “mantra” means a word or phrase repeated during meditation or prayer to aid focus. In plain terms, a phrase repeated for focus in meditation, or any often-repeated guiding slogan.

How do you pronounce “mantra”?

“Mantra” is pronounced MAN-truh (/ˈmɑn.tɹə/ in IPA).

How do you use “mantra” in a sentence?

Here is “mantra” used in a sentence: “She silently repeated her mantra as she meditated.”

What part of speech is “mantra”?

“Mantra” is a noun.

Where does the word “mantra” come from?

The word “mantra” comes from Sanskrit. From Sanskrit mantra, related to a root meaning "to think" — the same root that gives English "mind.".

Is “mantra” a common word?

“Mantra” is an uncommon word in modern English.

How many meanings does “mantra” have?

“Mantra” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a word or phrase repeated during meditation or prayer to aid focus.

Related words

aum om

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