B2 adjective Neutral

buddha

/ˈbʊdə/

Used as a modifier to describe something that possesses qualities of enlightenment, supreme peace, or detached wisdom. It often refers to a state of being calm and unbothered by external chaos or emotional distress.

Ejemplos

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She maintained a buddha composure even when the flight was delayed for six hours.

She maintained a buddha composure even when the flight was delayed for six hours.

2

The curator pointed out the buddha characteristics of the 14th-century bronze sculpture.

The curator pointed out the buddha characteristics of the 14th-century bronze sculpture.

3

You're being so buddha right now; I wish I could stay that relaxed during finals.

You're being so buddha right now; I wish I could stay that relaxed during finals.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
Buddha
Adverbio
Buddhistically
Adjetivo
Buddhist
Relacionado
Buddhism
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Truco para recordar

Remember that Buddha starts with 'B' like 'Benevolent' and 'Blissful'—qualities of someone who is enlightened.

Quiz rápido

The monk maintained a _____ composure despite the loud construction outside.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: a

Ejemplos

1

She maintained a buddha composure even when the flight was delayed for six hours.

everyday

She maintained a buddha composure even when the flight was delayed for six hours.

2

The curator pointed out the buddha characteristics of the 14th-century bronze sculpture.

formal

The curator pointed out the buddha characteristics of the 14th-century bronze sculpture.

3

You're being so buddha right now; I wish I could stay that relaxed during finals.

informal

You're being so buddha right now; I wish I could stay that relaxed during finals.

4

The thesis explores the buddha qualities found within various secular philosophies.

academic

The thesis explores the buddha qualities found within various secular philosophies.

5

His buddha approach to crisis management has made him a stable leader in the company.

business

His buddha approach to crisis management has made him a stable leader in the company.

Familia de palabras

Sustantivo
Buddha
Adverbio
Buddhistically
Adjetivo
Buddhist
Relacionado
Buddhism

Colocaciones comunes

buddha nature the inner potential for enlightenment
buddha statue a physical representation of the Buddha
buddha smile a peaceful and knowing facial expression
buddha belly a rounded stomach associated with symbols of abundance
buddha pose a cross-legged sitting position for meditation

Frases Comunes

Laughing Buddha

A symbol of happiness and abundance

Buddha nature

The fundamental nature of all beings in Buddhist philosophy

Buddha-like calm

An extreme state of peacefulness

Se confunde a menudo con

buddha vs Buddhist

Buddhist is the standard adjective for the religion, while buddha as an adjective is more descriptive of qualities or specific icons.

buddha vs Buddhism

Buddhism is the noun referring to the religion itself, not a descriptive adjective.

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Notas de uso

When used as an adjective or modifier, 'Buddha' should still usually be capitalized. It is often used figuratively in English to describe someone who is exceptionally calm and patient.

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Errores comunes

Learners often use the noun 'Buddha' when they should use the adjective 'Buddhist' (e.g., saying 'a buddha temple' instead of 'a Buddhist temple').

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Truco para recordar

Remember that Buddha starts with 'B' like 'Benevolent' and 'Blissful'—qualities of someone who is enlightened.

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Origen de la palabra

From the Sanskrit word 'buddha', meaning 'awakened' or 'enlightened', derived from the root 'budh' (to awaken).

Patrones gramaticales

Used as an attributive noun/adjective before a noun Always capitalized when referring to the historical figure or spiritual concept No comparative or superlative forms (cannot say 'more buddha')
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Contexto cultural

The term is central to Eastern philosophy and represents the pinnacle of spiritual development and internal peace.

Quiz rápido

The monk maintained a _____ composure despite the loud construction outside.

¡Correcto!

La respuesta correcta es: a

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