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10 Language-to-English DictionariesBrahmán
Pronunciation / Transliteration: Brahmán
"El Brahmán realizó el ritual sagrado."
Comprehensive Definitions & Senses
2 senses- 1
A member of the highest Hindu caste, traditionally assigned to priestly duties and the study of sacred texts.
"The Brahmin performed the rituals during the wedding ceremony." - 2
A person who is highly educated or knowledgeable, especially in religious or philosophical matters.
"He was regarded as a Brahmin of modern philosophy, influencing many with his ideas."
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Linguistic Origin & Historical Etymology
The term 'Brahmin' originates from the Sanskrit word 'Brahmana', which refers to a member of the priestly caste in Hindu society. The word has evolved over centuries, reflecting the socio-religious dynamics of ancient India and the role of Brahmins as scholars and spiritual leaders.
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10 Global Lexicons: How "Brahmin" is said worldwide
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Brahmane
Transliteration: Brahman
"Le Brahmane a dirigé la cérémonie religieuse."
Brahmane
Transliteration: Brahman
"Der Brahmane führte die Zeremonie durch."
Brahmino
Transliteration: Brahmino
"Il Brahmino ha recitato i mantra."
Brahmán
Transliteration: Brahmán
"El Brahmán realizó el ritual sagrado."
Brahman
Transliteration: Brahman
"O Brahman conduziu a cerimônia."
ब्राह्मण
Transliteration: Brahman
"ब्राह्मण ने पूजा का आयोजन किया।"
婆罗门
Transliteration: Póluómén
"婆罗门主持了仪式。"
브라만
Transliteration: Beuraman
"브라만이 의식을 주관했다."
ブラフマン
Transliteration: Burafuman
"ブラフマンが儀式を行った。"
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