Méditation (en. Meditation)
/medita'sjɔ̃/
Meaning & Definition
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noun
The action of meditating or reflecting deeply.
Meditation helps to clarify one's thoughts.
La méditation permet de clarifier ses pensées.
A spiritual practice aimed at achieving a state of mindfulness.
She practices meditation every morning to center herself.
Elle pratique la méditation chaque matin pour se recentrer.
A state of introspection and mental calm.
Her meditation helped her overcome her stress.
Sa méditation l'a aidée à surmonter son stress.
Etymology
From the Latin 'meditatio', which means 'reflection'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
mindfulness meditation
A meditation practice where one focuses on the present moment.
méditation pleine conscience
guided meditation
A type of meditation where a person guides the individual through instructions.
méditation guidée
transcendental meditation
A form of meditation using a mantra to achieve a state of tranquility.
méditation transcendantale
Related Words
to meditate
To practice meditation or reflect deeply.
méditer
concentration
The ability to focus on an object or thought.
concentration
mindfulness
A state of being attentive to the present moment.
pleine conscience
yoga
A physical and mental practice often including meditation.
yoga
Slang Meanings
Peace of mind.
After my meditation session, I felt a true sense of zen.
Après ma session de méditation, j'ai ressenti une vraie zenitude.
Taking a moment for oneself.
A little time spent meditating does me good.
Un petit temps de méditation me fait du bien.