noun Uncommon

swami

SWAH-mee

Swami (noun) means a Hindu religious teacher or ascetic, especially one who has taken monastic vows. Example: “The swami led a meditation retreat in the hills.”

noun

A Hindu religious teacher or ascetic, especially one who has taken monastic vows.

"The swami led a meditation retreat in the hills."

How to use swami

Learner’s notes

In plain EnglishA title for a Hindu spiritual teacher or monk.

Word forms

swamis plural

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Etymology

Borrowed from Hindi svami, from Sanskrit svamin, "lord, master."

Origin: Sanskrit

Rhymes for swami

Ami kami Sami cami mami Rami Tami Yami umami Miami salami Minami

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Frequently asked questions

What does “swami” mean?

The word “swami” means a Hindu religious teacher or ascetic, especially one who has taken monastic vows. In plain terms, a title for a Hindu spiritual teacher or monk.

How do you pronounce “swami”?

“Swami” is pronounced SWAH-mee (/ˈswɑːmi/ in IPA).

How do you use “swami” in a sentence?

Here is “swami” used in a sentence: “The swami led a meditation retreat in the hills.”

What part of speech is “swami”?

“Swami” is a noun.

Where does the word “swami” come from?

The word “swami” comes from Sanskrit. Borrowed from Hindi svami, from Sanskrit svamin, "lord, master.".

Is “swami” a common word?

“Swami” is an uncommon word in modern English.

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