Mala

/ˈmɑː.lə/
noun

A string of beads used in meditation and prayer, particularly in Hindu and Buddhist traditions.

She counted her prayers using a mala.
Visual representation of "mala" - A string of beads used in meditation and prayer, particularly in Hindu and Buddhist traditions.

Often appears as...

  • meditation practices
  • spiritual tools

Usage tips

Neutral

prayer mala, mala beads, meditation mala

adjective

A term used in certain languages (like Spanish) to denote something bad or unfavorable.

This weather is mala, not fit for a picnic.
Visual representation of "mala" - A term used in certain languages (like Spanish) to denote something bad or unfavorable.

Often appears as...

  • mala suerte
  • mala alimentación

Usage tips

Informal

mala suerte, mala vida

noun

A string of beads used in meditation and prayer, particularly in Hindu and Buddhist traditions.

She counted her prayers using a mala.
Visual representation of "mala" - A string of beads used in meditation and prayer, particularly in Hindu and Buddhist traditions.

Often appears as...

  • meditation practices
  • spiritual tools

Usage tips

Neutral

prayer mala, mala beads, meditation mala

adjective

A term used in certain languages (like Spanish) to denote something bad or unfavorable.

This weather is mala, not fit for a picnic.
Visual representation of "mala" - A term used in certain languages (like Spanish) to denote something bad or unfavorable.

Often appears as...

  • mala suerte
  • mala alimentación

Usage tips

Informal

mala suerte, mala vida

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Visual representation of "mala"
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Context

In spiritual contexts, mala refers to beads used in prayers and meditation.

She used her mala to count her mantras.
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Cultural Reference

In yoga and meditation practices, mala beads hold significant cultural importance.

The mala is often passed down through generations.
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Symbolism

Mala beads symbolize spiritual connection and mindfulness.

Each bead on the mala represents a prayer.
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Context

In spiritual contexts, mala refers to beads used in prayers and meditation.

She used her mala to count her mantras.
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Cultural Reference

In yoga and meditation practices, mala beads hold significant cultural importance.

The mala is often passed down through generations.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Symbolism

Mala beads symbolize spiritual connection and mindfulness.

Each bead on the mala represents a prayer.
LampPro Tip 1/3

Context

In spiritual contexts, mala refers to beads used in prayers and meditation.

She used her mala to count her mantras.
LampPro Tip 2/3

Cultural Reference

In yoga and meditation practices, mala beads hold significant cultural importance.

The mala is often passed down through generations.
LampPro Tip 3/3

Symbolism

Mala beads symbolize spiritual connection and mindfulness.

Each bead on the mala represents a prayer.
Visual representation of the word "Mala"

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