noun
sadhu
SAH-doo
Sadhu (noun) means a Hindu ascetic or holy man who has renounced worldly life to pursue spiritual practice. Example: “The sadhu sat in meditation by the river for hours.”
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A Hindu ascetic or holy man who has renounced worldly life to pursue spiritual practice.
"The sadhu sat in meditation by the river for hours."
How to use sadhu
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA Hindu holy man who has given up ordinary life for spiritual devotion.
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Etymology
From Sanskrit sādhu, meaning "good" or "holy man."
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What does “sadhu” mean?
The word “sadhu” means a Hindu ascetic or holy man who has renounced worldly life to pursue spiritual practice. In plain terms, a Hindu holy man who has given up ordinary life for spiritual devotion.
How do you pronounce “sadhu”?
“Sadhu” is pronounced SAH-doo (/ˈsɑːduː/ in IPA).
How do you use “sadhu” in a sentence?
Here is “sadhu” used in a sentence: “The sadhu sat in meditation by the river for hours.”
What part of speech is “sadhu”?
“Sadhu” is a noun.
Where does the word “sadhu” come from?
The word “sadhu” comes from Sanskrit. From Sanskrit sādhu, meaning "good" or "holy man.".
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