🇨🇳Chinese Source WordCode: ZH

克里希纳

Pronunciation / Transliteration: Kè lǐ xī nà

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Krishna/ˈkrɪʃ.nə/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇨🇳 Example Sentence in Chinese:

"克里希纳在印度教中是一个重要的神祇。"

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A major deity in Hinduism, worshiped as the eighth avatar of Vishnu and also as the supreme God in his own right.

    "In many temples across India, devotees gather to celebrate the festivals dedicated to Krishna."
  2. 2

    A character in Hindu mythology known for his playful and mischievous nature, often depicted as a young boy playing the flute.

    "The stories of Krishna's childhood are filled with tales of his playful antics and divine miracles."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The name 'Krishna' originates from the Sanskrit word 'कृष्ण' (Kṛṣṇa), which means 'dark' or 'black'. It is associated with the Hindu deity Krishna, who is revered as an avatar of Vishnu and a central figure in Hindu mythology, particularly in texts like the Mahabharata and the Bhagavad Gita.

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