mantra
A mantra is a word or phrase that's repeated over and over to help someone focus or calm down. You might hear it in yoga classes or during meditation.
Think of mantras as magic words that you say to yourself, like a special password to get into a peaceful state. People often use them to quiet their minds or to stay motivated. You can find pre-made mantras online or come up with your own personal ones. Some people write them down and put them on their mirrors, so they see the reminder every morning. Others repeat them while running or during other activities to keep themselves going.
It's worth noting that in some cases, "mantra" is also used as a verb - when you chant or repeat something over and over, like a singer leading the crowd in a catchy song.
How common is "mantra"?
It has a balanced usage among all categories: speech, fiction, newspapers and academic texts.
noun
The hymn portions of the Vedas; any passage of these used as a prayer.
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