Dana
/dana/from spelling rules
Dana is the Spanish word for a virtue of generosity or giving, a form of alms.
The term refers to the virtue of generosity or giving, a form of alms.
Meaning: virtue of generosity or giving, a form of alms (noun)
How do you pronounce it?
The IPA pronunciation is /dana/.
Did you know?
- If you see dana in a Spanish text regarding ancient philosophy, it is frequently a loanword from Sanskrit rather than a native Spanish term.
- In Spanish Buddhist literature, dana is not just 'giving' but is specifically the first of the paramitas, or perfections, necessary to reach enlightenment.
- While dana describes the act of giving, Spanish speakers typically use the word limosna for the actual money or goods given as alms.
Examples in context
- Veo a Dana y a Corina.I see Dana and Corina.Tatoeba #949160 by hayastan, translation #411965 by Dorenda
- ¿Qué crees que tiene en la mente Dana?What do you think Dana has in mind?Tatoeba #10310445 by saverius, translation #408014 by Dorenda
- Vi a Dana.I saw Dana.Tatoeba #1318261 by Shishir, translation #411967 by Dorenda
- 1 more sentence on Tatoeba
Example conversation
Daniel and Elena are discussing the values of their spiritual community.
- DanielLa Dana es fundamental en nuestra práctica.Dana is fundamental in our practice.
- ElenaSí, dar sin esperar nada a cambio.Yes, giving without expecting anything in return.
- DanielEso es lo que define la verdadera Dana.That is what defines true Dana.
- ElenaEs una virtud muy hermosa, Daniel.It is a very beautiful virtue, Daniel.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
