noun
Uncommon
mantra
MAN-truh
Mantra (noun) means a word or phrase repeated during meditation or prayer to aid focus. Example: “She silently repeated her mantra as she meditated.”
noun
1
A word or phrase repeated during meditation or prayer to aid focus.
"She silently repeated her mantra as she meditated."
2
A slogan or saying repeated so often it becomes a guiding principle.
""Move fast and fix things" became the team's new mantra."
How to use mantra
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA phrase repeated for focus in meditation, or any often-repeated guiding slogan.
Common pairings
repeat a mantra
company mantra
daily mantra
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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.
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