How to Say "Meditation" in French

méditation

/me.di.ta.sjɔ̃/feminine

The English word "meditation" is translated into French as méditation.

méditation refers to devotional contemplation.

Meaning: devotional contemplation (noun)

How does it change in a sentence?

méditation is a feminine noun, so it is preceded by feminine articles such as la or une.

The pronunciation is /me.di.ta.sjɔ̃/. It has 4 syllables.

In French legal or formal rhetoric, a méditation can refer to a written discourse or a formal reflection on a specific subject rather than a silent mental exercise.
In modern French wellness culture, the phrase pleine conscience is used alongside méditation to specifically denote the practice of 'mindfulness'.
While méditation refers to spiritual or mental practice, the French use the word cogiter as a colloquial term for the act of thinking deeply or obsessively.

La méditation peut être pratiquée presque partout.
Meditation can be practiced nearly anywhere.
This sentence shows that méditation can be practiced in many locations.
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La méditation ne coûte rien mais ça prend du temps.
Meditation doesn't cost anything, but it takes time.
This sentence illustrates that while méditation is free, it requires an investment of time.
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Des mouches et des moustiques s'ingérèrent dans sa méditation.
Flies and mosquitoes interfered with his meditation.
This sentence shows how external distractions can interrupt one's méditation.
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La méditation est bénéfique pour la santé mentale et le bien-être.
Meditation is beneficial for mental health and well-being.
La pratique de la méditation nécessite de la discipline et de la régularité.
The practice of meditation requires discipline and regularity.
J'aime méditer le soir pour me déconnecter du stress de la journée.
I like to meditate in the evening to disconnect from the stress of the day.
La méditation nous permet de nous connecter avec notre être intérieur et de trouver la paix intérieure.
Meditation allows us to connect with our inner selves and find inner peace.
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Gabriel and Léa are talking about their morning routines.

Gabriel

Tu fais de la méditation le matin ?
Do you meditate in the morning?
Léa

Oui, la méditation m'aide à rester calme.
Yes, meditation helps me stay calm.
Gabriel

C'est génial, je veux essayer aussi.
That's great, I want to try it too.
Léa

Je peux t'apprendre quelques techniques, Gabriel.
I can teach you some techniques, Gabriel.

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