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Pronunciation / Transliteration: do
"무도의 길은 자기 수양의 길입니다."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A way, path, or method, often used in the context of a discipline or philosophy.
"In martial arts, practitioners follow the dō to achieve mastery and self-discipline." - 2
A term used in various Japanese arts to denote a way of life or a path of practice.
"The tea ceremony is considered a dō, emphasizing harmony and respect."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'dō' originates from the Japanese language, derived from the Sino-Japanese reading of the character 道, which means 'way' or 'path'. It has been used in various contexts, including martial arts and philosophy, to denote a way of life or a discipline.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Dō" is said worldwide
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Voie
Transliteration: vwa
"La voie du thé est une pratique spirituelle."
Weg
Transliteration: veɡ
"Der Weg des Kriegers erfordert Disziplin."
Via
Transliteration: via
"La via della meditazione è molto profonda."
Camino
Transliteration: kaˈmino
"El camino del arte marcial es un viaje de autodescubrimiento."
Caminho
Transliteration: kaˈmĩɲu
"O caminho do chá é uma forma de arte."
मार्ग
Transliteration: mārg
"मार्ग का अनुसरण करना आत्मा की शांति लाता है।"
道
Transliteration: dào
"道教强调与自然的和谐。"
도
Transliteration: do
"무도의 길은 자기 수양의 길입니다."
道
Transliteration: dō
"武道は精神的な成長を促します。"
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