Meditaba (en. I was meditating)
[me.diˈta.βa]
Meaning & Definition
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verb
To engage in a process of internal reflection or deep thinking.
As he walked through the forest, he was meditating on his life.
Mientras caminaba por el bosque, meditaba sobre su vida.
To focus on a topic or problem in order to find a solution.
He was meditating on how to resolve the conflict at his job.
Meditaba sobre cómo solucionar el conflicto en su trabajo.
To practice meditation in order to reach a state of calm.
He meditated every morning to start the day with clarity.
Meditaba cada mañana para empezar el día con claridad.
Etymology
From the Latin meditāre, which means to reflect or consider.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to be in meditation
To dedicate time to meditation in order to achieve tranquility.
estar en meditación
to meditate on something
To reflect deeply on a specific topic.
meditar sobre algo
to do a meditation
To perform a meditation exercise to calm the mind.
hacer una meditación
Related Words
meditation
Practice of focusing the mind to achieve a state of peace.
meditación
reflection
Action of thinking carefully about something.
reflexión
contemplation
Action of observing or reflecting attentively.
contemplación
Slang Meanings
To think about something in a deep and prolonged manner.
He was so caught up in his thoughts that he seemed to be meditating.
Estaba tan metido en sus pensamientos que parecía que meditaba.
To get lost in thoughts and not pay attention to what is happening around.
He arrived late because he was meditating and did not hear the alarm.
Llegó tarde porque estaba meditaba y no escuchó la alarma.