Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

namaste

Noun

nuh-muh-stay

Definition

A gesture of greeting or farewell, commonly used in yoga and meditation practices.

Examples

The yoga instructor greeted us with a warm ‘namaste’ at the start of the class.
As I left the meditation session, everyone exchanged namaste as a sign of respect.

Meaning

Namaste is an Indian term derived from Sanskrit, which conveys respect and acknowledgment of the presence of another. It is often accompanied by a slight bow and hands pressed together in front of the chest.