Translation and Meaning of: 禅 - zen
On this page, we will study the meaning of the Japanese word 禅 (zen) and its translation into English. Let's see their different meanings, example phrases, explanations, etymology and the similar words.
Romaji: zen
Kana: ぜん
Type: noun
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Translation / Meaning: Zen Buddhism)
Meaning in English: Zen (Buddhism)
Definition: Zen refers to the teachings of Zen Buddhism. Zen Buddhism is a sect of Buddhism that developed in China and emphasizes the direct understanding of truth through meditation.
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- Etymology
- Writing
- Synonyms
- Example Phrases
- FAQ
Explanation and Etymology - (禅) zen
禅 is a Japanese word meaning "zen". It is composed of the characters 禅 (zen) and has its origin in the Chinese word "chan", which in turn has its origin in the Sanskrit word "dhyana", which means meditation. Zen is a Buddhist practice that focuses on meditation and contemplation to achieve enlightenment. The word 禅 is composed of the stem 示, which means "show" or "indicate", and the character 单, which means "simplicity" or "unity". Together they represent the idea of showing simplicity and oneness of mind through meditation. The word 禅 is often associated with Japanese culture and is widely practiced around the world.How to Write in Japanese - (禅) zen
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Synonyms and Similar - (禅) zen
See below a list of Japanese words that have the same meaning or is a variation of the word we are studying on this page:
禅宗; 禅派; 禅寺; 禅僧; 禅修; 禅定; 禅味; 禅問答; 禅語; 禅堂; 禅庭; 禅道; 禅心; 禅悟; 禅風; 禅意; 禅味深い.
Words containing: 禅
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Words with the same pronunciation: ぜん zen
Example Sentences - (禅) zen
Below are some example sentences:
僧侶は禅寺で修行しています。
Souryo wa zenji de shugyou shiteimasu
Monks are training at Zenji Temple.
- 僧侶 - Buddhist priest
- は - topic particle
- 禅寺 - Zen temple
- で - location particle
- 修行 - religious practice, training
- しています - verb "to do" in the present continuous
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Other words of the same type: noun
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FAQ - Frequently Asked Questions
A way of saying "Zen Buddhism)" é "(禅) zen". Throughout this page you will find information and alternatives.
