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Vishnu
VIHSH-noo
Vishnu (name) means one of the principal deities of Hinduism, regarded as the preserver of the universe within the Hindu trinity. Example: “The temple was dedicated to Vishnu, shown holding a conch and a discus.”
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One of the principal deities of Hinduism, regarded as the preserver of the universe within the Hindu trinity.
"The temple was dedicated to Vishnu, shown holding a conch and a discus."
How to use Vishnu
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA major Hindu god, one of the three central deities alongside Brahma and Shiva.
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Etymology
Transliterated from Sanskrit विष्णु (vishnu).
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What does “Vishnu” mean?
The word “Vishnu” means one of the principal deities of Hinduism, regarded as the preserver of the universe within the Hindu trinity. In plain terms, a major Hindu god, one of the three central deities alongside Brahma and Shiva.
How do you pronounce “Vishnu”?
“Vishnu” is pronounced VIHSH-noo (/ˈvɪʃnu/ in IPA).
How do you use “Vishnu” in a sentence?
Here is “Vishnu” used in a sentence: “The temple was dedicated to Vishnu, shown holding a conch and a discus.”
What is another word for “Vishnu”?
Words with a similar meaning to “Vishnu” include Narayana.
What part of speech is “Vishnu”?
“Vishnu” is a name.
Where does the word “Vishnu” come from?
The word “Vishnu” comes from Sanskrit. Transliterated from Sanskrit विष्णु (vishnu).
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