buddha
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.
Exemples
3 sur 5She 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.
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.
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.
Synonymes
Famille de mots
Astuce mémo
Remember that Buddha starts with 'B' like 'Benevolent' and 'Blissful'—qualities of someone who is enlightened.
Quiz rapide
The monk maintained a _____ composure despite the loud construction outside.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : a
Exemples
She maintained a buddha composure even when the flight was delayed for six hours.
everydayShe maintained a buddha composure even when the flight was delayed for six hours.
The curator pointed out the buddha characteristics of the 14th-century bronze sculpture.
formalThe curator pointed out the buddha characteristics of the 14th-century bronze sculpture.
You're being so buddha right now; I wish I could stay that relaxed during finals.
informalYou're being so buddha right now; I wish I could stay that relaxed during finals.
The thesis explores the buddha qualities found within various secular philosophies.
academicThe thesis explores the buddha qualities found within various secular philosophies.
His buddha approach to crisis management has made him a stable leader in the company.
businessHis buddha approach to crisis management has made him a stable leader in the company.
Synonymes
Famille de mots
Collocations courantes
Phrases Courantes
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
Souvent confondu avec
Buddhist is the standard adjective for the religion, while buddha as an adjective is more descriptive of qualities or specific icons.
Buddhism is the noun referring to the religion itself, not a descriptive adjective.
Notes d'usage
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.
Erreurs courantes
Learners often use the noun 'Buddha' when they should use the adjective 'Buddhist' (e.g., saying 'a buddha temple' instead of 'a Buddhist temple').
Astuce mémo
Remember that Buddha starts with 'B' like 'Benevolent' and 'Blissful'—qualities of someone who is enlightened.
Origine du mot
From the Sanskrit word 'buddha', meaning 'awakened' or 'enlightened', derived from the root 'budh' (to awaken).
Modèles grammaticaux
Contexte culturel
The term is central to Eastern philosophy and represents the pinnacle of spiritual development and internal peace.
Quiz rapide
The monk maintained a _____ composure despite the loud construction outside.
Correct !
La bonne réponse est : a
Vocabulaire associé
Mots lis
sit
A1To rest your body on your bottom with your back upright, typically on a chair or the floor. It describes both the action of moving into this position and the state of being in it.
stand
A1To be in an upright position supported by one's feet rather than sitting or lying down. It also refers to the physical location of an object or a person's particular opinion on a subject.
pay
A1To give money to someone in exchange for goods, services, or to settle a debt. It can also mean to give something non-monetary, such as attention or a compliment.
meet
A1To come together with someone at a specific place and time, or to be introduced to someone for the first time. It can also mean to satisfy a requirement, standard, or need.
continue
A1To keep doing something or to stay in the same state without stopping. It can also mean to start an activity again after a short break.
set
A1To put or place something in a specific position or location. It also means to adjust or prepare something so that it is ready for use, such as a clock or a table.
learn
A1To gain knowledge, understanding, or a skill by studying, practicing, or being taught. It refers to the process of acquiring information through experience or education.
lead
A1To go in front of a group of people to show them the way to a place. It also means to be in control of a group, a team, or an activity.
understand
A1To know the meaning of what someone is saying or how something works. It involves grasping an idea, a language, or a situation clearly in your mind.
follow
A1To move behind someone or something in the same direction. It also means to obey rules, instructions, or to understand the logic of an argument or story.
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