🇩🇪German Source WordCode: DE

Buddhismus

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Buddhismus

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Buddhism/ˈbʊd.ɪ.zəm/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #800 frequency
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🇩🇪 Example Sentence in German:

"Der Buddhismus hat viele Anhänger auf der ganzen Welt."

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As noun
  1. 1

    A religion and philosophy based on the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, emphasizing the path to enlightenment through practices such as meditation, ethical conduct, and wisdom.

    "Many people find peace and purpose through the principles of Buddhism."
  2. 2

    The cultural and spiritual practices associated with Buddhism, including rituals, meditation, and the study of texts.

    "Buddhism has a rich tradition of art and literature that reflects its teachings."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The term 'Buddhism' originates from the name 'Buddha', which means 'the awakened one' in Sanskrit. It emerged in the 5th century BCE in ancient India, evolving from the teachings of Siddhartha Gautama, who sought to address the suffering inherent in human existence.

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