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contemplation in English

  • contemplation
    contemplation, noun.
    1. the act of looking at or thinking about something for a long time.
    Ex. From contemplation one can become wise (A. Edward Newton).
    2. deep thought; meditation.
    Ex. He was sunk in contemplation and did not he

contemplation in Malayalam മലയാളം

contemplation in Nepali नेपाली

contemplation in Punjabi ਪੰਜਾਬੀ

contemplation in Tamil தமிழ்

contemplation in Telugu తెలుగు

Contemplation

Part of Speech

Noun

Pronunciation

IPA: /ˌkɒn.təmˈpleɪ.ʃən/ (British), /ˌkɑːn.təmˈpleɪ.ʃən/ (American)

Definitions

  • The act of thinking deeply about something.
  • The state of being in thoughtful observation or reflection.
  • Religious or spiritual meditation.

Usage Examples

  • She spent hours in quiet contemplation by the lake.
  • His contemplation of life’s mysteries led him to philosophy.
  • Monks dedicate themselves to prayer and contemplation.

Etymology

From Latin "contemplatio," meaning "the act of observing or considering," from "contemplari" (to gaze attentively or meditate).

Synonyms

  • Reflection
  • Meditation
  • Thought
  • Introspection
  • Deliberation

Antonyms

  • Disregard
  • Neglect
  • Ignorance
  • Indifference

Translations

Language Translation Pronunciation
Frenchcontemplation/kɔ̃.tɑ̃.pla.sjɔ̃/
Spanishcontemplación/kontẽmplaˈθjon/
GermanBetrachtung/bəˈtʁaxtʊŋ/
Russianсозерцание/səzʲɪrˈt͡sanʲɪje/
Hindiध्यान/dhyān/
Chinese (Mandarin)沉思/chénsī/
Japanese熟考/jukukō/
Arabicتأمل/ta'ammul/
Portuguesecontemplação/kõ.tẽ.plaˈsɐ̃w̃/
Bengaliচিন্তন/cintan/
Marathiचिंतन/cintan/
Tamilதியானம்/tīyāṉam/
Teluguఆలోచన/ālōcana/
Gujaratiવિચાર/vicār/
Kannadaವಿಚಾರ/vicāra/
Malayalamധ്യാനം/dhyānaṁ/

Regional Pronunciation Variations

  • British English: /ˌkɒn.təmˈpleɪ.ʃən/
  • American English: /ˌkɑːn.təmˈpleɪ.ʃən/

Historical Usage

Since ancient times, contemplation has been a central aspect of philosophical and religious traditions, particularly in monastic life.

Cultural Nuances

In many cultures, contemplation is associated with deep thought, wisdom, and spiritual enlightenment, often linked to meditation and prayer.

More Information

Contemplation is commonly used in personal reflection, philosophy, and spiritual practices across various traditions worldwide.

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