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bhava

bhava

9.9
A feeling or mood someone has, for example joy
  • noun
  • Indian
translation icon : bhava
  • The dancer expressed deep bhava through her graceful movements.

Examples

  • In classical Indian music, performers aim to convey the right bhava to the audience.

  • Meditation helps cultivate a positive bhava in daily life.

  • Meditation helps cultivate a positive bhava.

  • In yoga, bhava refers to the emotional state one should achieve.

  • The dancer expressed deep bhava through her graceful movements.

  • In classical Indian music, performers aim to convey the right bhava to the audience.

  • Meditation helps cultivate a positive bhava in daily life.

Synonyms

vedana
vsbhava
  • Specialized
9.9

A feeling in the mind and body that can be pleasant, unpleasant, or neutral

is a broader state of mind covering emotions beyond pure sensation
blee
vsbhava
  • Archaic
9.9

A person's usual mood or way of feeling

is a current state of mind or emotion, often with spiritual meaning

How Emotional

ecstasy
57 6.1
passion
463 2.5
bhava
  • Indian
9.9
contentment
26 2.1
serenity
48 4.4

Surface Forms

bhava singular
bhavas plural

Etymology

Bhava comes from Sanskrit root bhū meaning 'to be' or 'become', and a helpful way to remember it is as a 'state of being' or mood. That is why bhava is used for the feelings or emotional tone a dancer, musician, or meditator shows.