noun
garuda
GA-ruu-duh
Garuda (noun) means a giant bird-like figure from Hindu and Buddhist mythology, often shown as part man and part eagle. Example: “The temple ceiling was painted with an image of Garuda carrying the god Vishnu.”
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A giant bird-like figure from Hindu and Buddhist mythology, often shown as part man and part eagle.
"The temple ceiling was painted with an image of Garuda carrying the god Vishnu."
"Garuda appears as a national symbol on Indonesia's coat of arms."
How to use garuda
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA mythical giant eagle-man from Hindu and Buddhist stories, usually shown serving the god Vishnu.
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Word forms
- Plural
- garudas
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Etymology
Borrowed from Sanskrit garuḍa.
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What does “garuda” mean?
The word “garuda” means a giant bird-like figure from Hindu and Buddhist mythology, often shown as part man and part eagle. In plain terms, a mythical giant eagle-man from Hindu and Buddhist stories, usually shown serving the god Vishnu.
How do you pronounce “garuda”?
“Garuda” is pronounced GA-ruu-duh (/ɡəˈɹuːdə/ in IPA).
How do you use “garuda” in a sentence?
Here is “garuda” used in a sentence: “The temple ceiling was painted with an image of Garuda carrying the god Vishnu.”
What part of speech is “garuda”?
“Garuda” is a noun.
Where does the word “garuda” come from?
The word “garuda” comes from Sanskrit. Borrowed from Sanskrit garuḍa.
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