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
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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 notesIn plain EnglishA title for a Hindu spiritual teacher or monk.
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Etymology
Borrowed from Hindi svami, from Sanskrit svamin, "lord, master."
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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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