French word

bouddhisme

Pronunciation

IPA/budizm/

Meaning

  • masculine nounBuddhism

Example

Beaucoup de gens trouvent la paix dans le bouddhisme.

Many people find peace in Buddhism.

Illustration for bouddhisme (Buddhism)

More examples

En voyage, j'ai découvert le bouddhisme à travers les temples.

While traveling, I discovered Buddhism through the temples.

Core concept

A tradition that combines teachings, disciplined conduct, and meditation to reduce suffering.

Common phrases

  • s'intéresser au bouddhisme

    be interested in Buddhism

  • bouddhisme tibétain

    Tibetan Buddhism

  • pratiquer le bouddhisme

    practice Buddhism

Similar words

religion: An organized system of belief and ritual based on gods or the supernatural.
méditation: A mental practice using breath and attention to calm the mind and deepen awareness.
bouddha: An awakened being who has attained enlightenment.
spiritualité: An outlook that emphasizes the inner life of the mind or soul.

Definition in French

Ensemble de doctrines et de pratiques inspirées par le Bouddha, proposant des méthodes concrètes comme la méditation et l'éthique pour diminuer la souffrance.

Word origin

French bouddhisme derives from Bouddha, which comes from Sanskrit buddha, 'awakened', with the productive suffix -isme.

Usage tips

  • French names the tradition or school after bouddhisme in phrases such as le bouddhisme zen and le bouddhisme tibétain.

Opposites

  • athéismeatheismnoun

Related words

  • bouddhisteBuddhistnoun

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