namaste
namaste is the Dutch word for the greeting namaste.
namaste is used as a noun to refer to the greeting itself.
Meaning: a greeting (noun)
Did you know?
- In the Netherlands, using namaste to greet someone outside of a yoga or meditation context can sometimes be perceived as being 'new age' or even slightly patronizing.
- Unlike the physical gesture often paired with the word in India, a Dutch person using the word namaste in conversation will rarely perform the 'anjali mudra' hand gesture.
- Dutch speakers may use namaste ironically or jokingly to mimic a 'zen' persona in a stressful situation.
Example conversation
Levi and Julia are discussing their travels in Asia.
- LeviWelke begroeting gebruik je daar?Which greeting do you use there?
- JuliaIk zeg meestal een namaste.I usually say a namaste.
- LeviIs dat erg beleefd?Is that very polite?
- JuliaJa, een namaste is heel respectvol.Yes, a namaste is very respectful.
