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Meaning of "chakra" in the English dictionary

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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD CHAKRA

From Sanskrit cakra wheel, circle.
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Etymology is the study of the origin of words and their changes in structure and significance.
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PRONUNCIATION OF CHAKRA

chakra  [ˈtʃækrə] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF CHAKRA

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Chakra is a noun.
A noun is a type of word the meaning of which determines reality. Nouns provide the names for all things: people, objects, sensations, feelings, etc.

WHAT DOES CHAKRA MEAN IN ENGLISH?

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Chakra

In Hindu and tantric/yogic traditions and other belief systems chakras are energy points or knots in the subtle body. They are located at the physical counterparts of the major plexuses of arteries, veins and nerves. Chakras are part of the subtle body, not the physical body, and as such are the meeting points of the subtle energy channels, called nadiis. Nadiis are channels in the subtle body through which the life force, or vital energy moves. Various scriptural texts and teachings present a different number of chakras. There are many chakras in the subtle human body according to the tantric texts, but there are 7 chakras that are considered to be the most important ones. Their name derives from the Sanskrit word for "wheel" or "turning", but in the yogic context a better translation of the word is 'vortex or whirlpool'. The concept of chakra features in tantric and yogic traditions of Hinduism and Buddhism.

Definition of chakra in the English dictionary

The definition of chakra in the dictionary is any of the seven major energy centres in the body.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH CHAKRA


ambulacra
ˌæmbjʊˈleɪkrə
backra
ˈbækrə
bakra
ˈbækrə
buckra
ˈbʌkrə
chokra
ˈtʃəʊkrə
fiacre
fɪˈɑːkrə
fulcra
ˈfʌlkrə
interambulacra
ˌɪntəˌræmbjʊˈlækrə
involucra
ˌɪnvəˈluːkrə
kokra
ˈkɒkrə
Lycra
ˈlaɪkrə
massacrer
ˈmæsəkrə
micra
ˈmaɪkrə
okra
ˈəʊkrə
picra
ˈpɪkrə
sacra
ˈsækrə
simulacra
ˌsɪmjʊˈleɪkrə

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE CHAKRA

chairmen
chairperson
chairwarmer
chairwoman
chaise
chaise longue
chaise lounge
chaises longues
Chaka
chakalaka
chal
chalan
chalaza
chalazae
chalazal
chalazion
chalazogamic
chalazogamy
chalcanthite
chalcedonic

WORDS THAT END LIKE CHAKRA

agora
Alexandra
ancora
Andorra
Biskra
bra
camera
era
extra
Fra
hora
laura
opera
ora
para
sera
sierra
terra
ultra
Vir Chakra

Synonyms and antonyms of chakra in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «chakra» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF CHAKRA

Find out the translation of chakra to 25 languages with our English multilingual translator.
The translations of chakra from English to other languages presented in this section have been obtained through automatic statistical translation; where the essential translation unit is the word «chakra» in English.

Translator English - Chinese

1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

chakra
570 millions of speakers

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chakra
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

चक्र
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

شقرا
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

чакра
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

chakra
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

চক্র
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

chakra
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Chakra
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Chakra
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

チャクラ
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

차크라
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Chakra
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

chakra
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

சக்ரா
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

चक्र
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

çakra
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

chakra
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

czakra
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

чакра
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

chakra
30 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Greek

τσάκρα
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

chakra
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

chakra
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

chakra
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of chakra

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «CHAKRA»

The term «chakra» is quite widely used and occupies the 24.544 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «CHAKRA» OVER TIME

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Examples of use in the English literature, quotes and news about chakra

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «CHAKRA»

Discover the use of chakra in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to chakra and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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A Handbook of Chakra Healing: Spiritual Practice for Health, ...
Chakra work benefits body, mind and spirit and leads to a greater sense of harmony and inner balance. A Handbook of Chakra Healing is a practical guide that applies ancient wisdom to the problems and stresses of modern life.
Kalashatra Govinda, 2002
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The Book of Chakras
The Book of Chakras explores the nature of these energy sources, explains where they dwell in each of us, and instructs on how to use them. The author identifies seven energy centers in the human body.
Ambika Wauters, 2002
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The Book of Chakra Healing
The Book of Chakra Healing is a comprehensive guide to the ancient Indian system of chakras.
Liz Simpson, 2013
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Chakras for Beginners: A Guide to Balancing Your Chakra Energies
This book will convince you that inner imbalance is not caused by situations in the outer world-instead, your imbalances create the situations that interfere with your sense of well-being and peace.
David Pond, 2011
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Chakra Mantras: Liberate Your Spiritual Genius Through Chanting
Thomas Ashley-Farrand is the preeminent authority on yogic mantras.
Thomas Ashley Farrand, 2006
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The Complete Book of Chakra Healing: Activate the ...
This comprehensive expanded edition of her classic guide, with more than 150 pages of new information, features an abundance of original material and illustrations: --A new introduction with true stories from Cyndi Dale's healing practice - ...
Cyndi Dale, 2009
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Chakra Foods for Optimum Health: A Guide to the Foods That ...
The material for this book developed out of the author’s highly successful “Nutrition for the Soul” classes, workshops, and private counseling sessions.
Deanna M. Minich, 2009
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Chakra Awakening
Drawing on ancient spiritual wisdom and the law of attraction, this practical guide shows you how to activate and balance the seven main chakras--energy centers in the body that influence everything from migraines and fertility to creative ...
Margaret Ann Lembo, 2011
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Healing with the Chakra Energy System: Acupressure, ...
"A physiotherapist and acupuncturist describes the complex energy centers of the chakras in detail as a therapeutic discipline and shows how they can be used with acupressure, bodywork, reflexology, cranio-sacral therapy, massage therapy, ...
Dr. John R. Cross, 2006
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Chakra Tonics: Essential Elixirs For The Mind, Body, And Spirit
Elise Collins has created the perfect guide and recipe book of smoothies, teas, and tonics to help us transform our overall health and vitality.
Elise Marie Collins, 2006

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «CHAKRA»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term chakra is used in the context of the following news items.
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Why Films About Musicians Leave So Much Music Off Screen
... it's just all my strength, right here [gesturing to her lower torso, what believers in kundalini know as the second chakra, or pleasure center]. «Delaware First Media, Jul 15»
2
BJP chief pays tribute to Kargil martyr Capt Vikram Batra
... tribute to Kargil war hero Capt Vikram Batra, who was posthumously awarded highest war honour Paramvir Chakra, on his death anniversary ... «Business Standard, Jul 15»
3
Google hits TurboFan button on Chrome's JavaScript engine
... upgrades to the compiler in its Chakra engine, which powers both the Edge browser and web standards-based applications for Windows 10. «The Register, Jul 15»
4
Congress Delegation Meets President, Complains against TRS
The layout of 'Nakshatra Vatika' has been developed in various geometrical combinations corresponding to the Sree Chakra of Vedic astrology ... «The New Indian Express, Jul 15»
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Meg Ryan Makes Rare Public Appearance At Paris Fashion Week
On Tuesday, she went to the Chakra Fashion show and donned an off-the-shoulder black lace dress with three-quarter sleeves. Ryan, 53, last ... «Starpulse.com, Jul 15»
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Two Gay Brothers Confront their Differences in 'Tiger Orange'
In Asian cultures, the tiger represents raw emotions, and orange, in the whole 'chakra' realm, is all about emotions and dealing with death. «Camp KC, Jul 15»
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Subdivision demand in eastern Barpeta
Notable among the local organisations who joined the demonstration were Majdia Gadeshali Unnayan Samiti, Bharati Adhyayan Chakra ... «Assam Tribune, Jul 15»
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'Maybe Tomorrow'
Three bloody dots in the middle of the forehead form a triangle, a humble third eye chakra. The rest of the head is covered by a hoodie, the rest ... «Entertainment Weekly, Jul 15»
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Seven Lebanese designers show their creations at Paris Fashion …
Georges Chakra will Tuesday reveal his garments during a fashion show at the Palais de Tokyo and the young, but inspiring Rami Kadi will ... «The Daily Star, Jul 15»
10
Yoga meditation event at Burlington's art gallery on July 11
... a collective meditation with the attention on planet Earth, as well live music and dance performances and one-on-one chakra workshops with ... «InsideHalton.com, Jul 15»

REFERENCE
« EDUCALINGO. Chakra [online]. Available <https://educalingo.com/en/dic-en/chakra>. Apr 2024 ».
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