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10 Language-to-English DictionariesYoni
/joʊni/Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A symbol or representation of the feminine principle in Hinduism, often associated with the goddess Shakti.
"In many temples, the yoni is depicted alongside the lingam, symbolizing the union of male and female energies." - 2
The physical representation of the female genitalia in various cultural contexts.
"The artist's sculpture was a modern interpretation of the yoni, celebrating femininity and creation."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'yoni' originates from Sanskrit, where it means 'womb' or 'source'. It has been used in Hindu philosophy and spirituality to represent the divine feminine and is often associated with the goddess Shakti. The word has been adopted into English in contexts relating to spirituality and sexuality.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Yoni" is said worldwide
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yoni
Transliteration: yoni
"Le yoni est souvent associé à la déesse Shakti dans la spiritualité hindoue."
yoni
Transliteration: yoni
"In vielen Kulturen symbolisiert der Yoni die weibliche Energie."
yoni
Transliteration: yoni
"Il yoni è un simbolo della femminilità nella filosofia indù."
yoni
Transliteration: yoni
"El yoni representa el principio femenino en la espiritualidad hindú."
yoni
Transliteration: yoni
"O yoni é um símbolo importante na filosofia hindu."
योनि
Transliteration: yoni
"हिंदू धर्म में, योनि देवी शक्ति का प्रतीक है।"
阴道
Transliteration: yīndào
"在印度教中，阴道象征着女性的力量。"
요니
Transliteration: yoni
"힌두교에서 요니는 여성의 원천을 상징합니다."
ヨニ
Transliteration: yoni
"ヒンドゥー教では、ヨニは女性の原理を象徴しています。"
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