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ETYMOLOGY OF THE WORD TANTRA

From Sanskrit: warp, hence underlying principle, from tanoti he weaves.
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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 TANTRA

Tantra  [ˈtæntrə] play
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GRAMMATICAL CATEGORY OF TANTRA

noun
adjective
verb
adverb
pronoun
preposition
conjunction
determiner
exclamation
Tantra 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 TANTRA MEAN IN ENGLISH?

Tantra

Tantra

Tantra is the name given by scholars to a style of meditation and ritual which arose in India no later than the 5th century AD. The earliest documented use of the word "Tantra" is in the Rigveda. Tantra has influenced the Hindu, Bön, Buddhist, and Jain traditions and silk road transmission of Buddhism that spread Buddhism to East and Southeast Asia.

Definition of Tantra in the English dictionary

The definition of Tantra in the dictionary is the sacred books of Tantrism, written between the 7th and 17th centuries ad, mainly in the form of a dialogue between Siva and his wife.

WORDS THAT RHYME WITH TANTRA


antra
ˈæntrə
centra
ˈsɛntrə
Cintra
ˈsɪntrə
dicentra
daɪˈsɛntrə
Electra
ɪˈlɛktrə
extra
ˈɛkstrə
Maharashtra
ˌmɑːhəˈræʃtrə
mantra
ˈmæntrə
montre
ˈmɒntrə
orchestra
ˈɔːkɪstrə
palestra
pəˈlɛstrə
Petra
ˈpɛtrə
quatre
ˈkætrə
Sinatra
sɪˈnɑːtrə
Sintra
ˈsɪntrə
spectra
ˈspɛktrə
Sumatra
sʊˈmɑːtrə
sutra
ˈsuːtrə
ultra
ˈʌltrə
yantra
ˈjæntrə

WORDS THAT BEGIN LIKE TANTRA

Tantric
Tantrism
Tantrist
tantrum
tanuki
tanyard
Tanzania
Tanzanian
tanzanite
Tanzim
Tao
Taoiseach
Taoism
Taoist
Taoistic

WORDS THAT END LIKE TANTRA

aspidistra
chamber orchestra
cleopatra
Concertgebouw Orchestra
Cosa Nostra
Kama Sutra
lustra
mangalsutra
ne plus ultra
per contra
ristra
rostra
sastra
shastra
string orchestra
symphony orchestra
the Kama Sutra
triquetra
youth orchestra
Zarathustra

Synonyms and antonyms of Tantra in the English dictionary of synonyms

SYNONYMS

Translation of «Tantra» into 25 languages

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TRANSLATION OF TANTRA

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

Translator English - Chinese

密宗
1,325 millions of speakers

Translator English - Spanish

Tantra
570 millions of speakers

English

Tantra
510 millions of speakers

Translator English - Hindi

तंत्र
380 millions of speakers
ar

Translator English - Arabic

التانترا
280 millions of speakers

Translator English - Russian

Тантра
278 millions of speakers

Translator English - Portuguese

Tantra
270 millions of speakers

Translator English - Bengali

তন্ত্র
260 millions of speakers

Translator English - French

Tantra
220 millions of speakers

Translator English - Malay

Tantra
190 millions of speakers

Translator English - German

Tantra
180 millions of speakers

Translator English - Japanese

タントラ
130 millions of speakers

Translator English - Korean

탄트라
85 millions of speakers

Translator English - Javanese

Tantra
85 millions of speakers
vi

Translator English - Vietnamese

Tantra
80 millions of speakers

Translator English - Tamil

தந்த்ரா
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Marathi

तंत्र
75 millions of speakers

Translator English - Turkish

Tantra
70 millions of speakers

Translator English - Italian

Tantra
65 millions of speakers

Translator English - Polish

Tantra
50 millions of speakers

Translator English - Ukrainian

Тантра
40 millions of speakers

Translator English - Romanian

Tantra
30 millions of speakers
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Translator English - Greek

Tantra
15 millions of speakers
af

Translator English - Afrikaans

Tantra
14 millions of speakers
sv

Translator English - Swedish

Tantra
10 millions of speakers
no

Translator English - Norwegian

Tantra
5 millions of speakers

Trends of use of Tantra

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TENDENCIES OF USE OF THE TERM «TANTRA»

The term «Tantra» is quite widely used and occupies the 25.959 position in our list of most widely used terms in the English dictionary.
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FREQUENCY OF USE OF THE TERM «TANTRA» OVER TIME

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

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10 ENGLISH BOOKS RELATING TO «TANTRA»

Discover the use of Tantra in the following bibliographical selection. Books relating to Tantra and brief extracts from same to provide context of its use in English literature.
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Tantra: The Path of Ecstasy
Clears up misconceptions about Tantra, and explains its pursuit of spiritual power in order to attain enlightenment
Georg Feuerstein, 1998
2
Tantra: The Cult of Feminine
Tantra: The Cult of the Feminine reveals a practical and balanced, modern view of the secret teachings of Tantric yoga.
Andre Van Lysebeth, 2001
3
Tantra: Sex, Secrecy, Politics and Power in the Study of ...
Bhadriraju Krishnamurti (1928) is Professor and Head of the department of Linguistics at Osmania University, Hyderabad.
Hugh B. Urban, 2007
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The Tantra: Its Origin, Theories, Art, and Diffusion from ...
This Book First Explores The Origin Of The Tantra In India, Its Development And Emergence Of Various Schools Of Hindu And Buddhist Tantrism Over The Centuries.
Victor M. Fic, 2003
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Tantra in Practice
With the publication this volume, the long disparaged and neglected Tantric traditions of Asia receive the attention they so rightly deserve. This is a groundbreaking work.
David Gordon White, 2001
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Urban Tantra: Sacred Sex for the Twenty-First Century
Time Out New York named sex educator/pleasure activist Barbara Carrellas's workshops best in the city, and in this illustrated guide, she presents her techniques for positions, poses, and relaxation and breathing exercises, all grounded in ...
Barbara Carrellas, 2007
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Secrets of Yantra, Mantra and Tantra
Unveiled in this book are the secrets of the occult sciences of Yantra, Mantra and Tantra to help the reader achieve worldly success and spiritual enlightenment.
L. R. Chawdhri, 2005
8
Adamu - Luciferian Tantra and Sex Magick
ADAMU is a grimoire of Luciferian Tantra.
Michael W. Ford, 2006
9
Highest Yoga Tantra
Exciting in its detail, this extraordinary book clearly outlines and discusses the methods for transforming both bosy and mind through the highest forms of trantric practice.
Daniel Cozort, 2005
10
Tantra for Erotic Empowerment: The Key to Enriching Your ...
This experiential book features selections from Tantric literature for reflection, meditative exercises, and practical techniques for exploring sexuality.
Mark A. Michaels, Patricia Johnson, 2008

10 NEWS ITEMS WHICH INCLUDE THE TERM «TANTRA»

Find out what the national and international press are talking about and how the term Tantra is used in the context of the following news items.
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Tantra teacher says philosophy helps promote connection and …
The word tantra is one that may make some people squirm in their chairs, while for others it may produce a blank stare. There are many misconceptions about ... «Goderich Signal Star, Jun 15»
2
Take Sex Beyond The Physical With Tantra
Tantra is one of the oldest known arts of sacred sexuality practiced today. Although Tantra has long been practiced in many eastern cultures, it's just beginning to ... «Madame Noire, May 15»
3
Tantra, mantra, or simple logic?
People flocked to the house of Panditji (who passed away on April 1, 2015, but who I don't name here), next-door to mine, at all hours. They came once, then ... «The Hindu, Apr 15»
4
Tantra multi-FX plugin creates "rhythmic progressions"
Dmitry Sches, developer of the rather fabulous Diversion synth, has returned with a rhythmic multi-effect plugin known as Tantra. This is designed to turn any ... «MusicRadar.com, Apr 15»
5
Gwyneth Paltrow discusses tantric sex on website
The post on the Goop website, which is titled "An Introduction To Tantra", begins, "Mention tantra, and you'll probably get the response that having sex for seven ... «The Sudbury Star, Dec 14»
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Sting and Trudie Styler on sex, tantra, and over 30 years of being in …
Cohen then asked if the couple still do tantra. 'Obviously!' Trudie exclaimed. 'You know after 25 years you have to keep that one going!' She then described her ... «Daily Mail, Dec 14»
7
No need for the rush sex with Tantra
In simplest terms, Tantra is conscious awareness of your body, learning to inhabit your body fully, being aware of every sensation and, if you choose, bringing ... «Irish Examiner, Dec 14»
8
7 Reasons to Venture into Tantric Sex
Whenever you hear the word 'tantra' you probably envision Sting and his wife, Trudie Styler, engaging in kinky sex. Candles lit, moaning that endures, ... «Latina, Oct 14»
9
Ever thought about tantra?
If you're reading this article looking for tantric sex tips, you're at the wrong place. But if you'd like to know how tantra can be applied to everyday life and ... «Sydney Morning Herald, Jul 14»
10
'Could Be Misconstrued as Something Sexual'
"Ms. Kenyon engages in the Hindu religious practice of Tantra and travels to offer services related to this ancient, well accepted bona fide religious practice," the ... «Courthouse News Service, Dec 13»

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