buddha

BrE /ˈbʌdə/ AmE /ˈbʌdə/

noun en → es

1 RELIGIOUS FIGURE C1

the founder of Buddhism, who lived about 2,500 years ago in India and taught a way to end suffering through meditation and moral behavior

Buda

Collocations teachings of Buddha

  • The teachings of Buddha emphasize compassion and wisdom.

    Las enseñanzas de Buda enfatizan la compasión y la sabiduría.

2 STATUE B1

a statue or picture of Buddha, often used in Buddhist temples and homes as an object of worship or meditation

estatua de Buda

Collocations worship the Buddha

  • People often light candles in front of the Buddha.

    Las personas a menudo encienden velas frente al Buda.

3 IDEAL PERSON C1

a person who has reached enlightenment and is free from suffering, according to Buddhist beliefs

persona iluminada

Collocations become a Buddha

  • He aspires to become a Buddha in his next life.

    Él aspira a convertirse en un Buda en su próxima vida.

4 SYMBOL B2

an image or symbol representing the Buddha, often used as a decorative element in art and design

símbolo de Buda

Collocations use the Buddha as a motif

  • The designer used the Buddha as a motif in her latest collection.

    La diseñadora utilizó el Buda como motivo en su última colección.