🇵🇹Portuguese Source WordCode: PT

lótus

Pronunciation / Transliteration: lo-tus

🇬🇧 Direct English Meaning:
Lotus/ˈloʊ.təs/
nounCEFR B2 (Upper)Top #1500 frequency
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🇵🇹 Example Sentence in Portuguese:

"O lótus é um símbolo de pureza na cultura oriental."

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2 senses
As noun
  1. 1

    A type of aquatic plant with large, flat leaves and beautiful flowers, often found in ponds and lakes.

    "The lotus flower bloomed beautifully on the surface of the tranquil pond."
  2. 2

    A symbol of purity and enlightenment in various cultures, particularly in Eastern religions.

    "In Buddhism, the lotus represents spiritual awakening and the journey towards enlightenment."

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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology

The word 'lotus' originates from the Latin 'lotus', which in turn comes from the Greek 'lotos'. The term has been used since ancient times, often referring to various species of water lilies and other plants with similar characteristics, symbolizing purity and beauty in various cultures.

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