How to Say "meditation" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “meditation” is “meditación” — use 'meditación' when referring to the specific practice of clearing the mind or focusing on a single point for spiritual or mental well-being.
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meditación
nounA2general
Use 'meditación' when referring to the specific practice of clearing the mind or focusing on a single point for spiritual or mental well-being.
Examples
La meditación me ayuda a dormir mejor por las noches.
Meditation helps me sleep better at night.
reflexión
nounB1general
Use 'reflexión' when talking about a period of deep thought or contemplation about a particular subject or decision, rather than a formal practice.
Examples
Necesito un momento de reflexión antes de decidir.
I need a moment of reflection before deciding.
Meditation vs. Reflection
The most common mistake is using 'meditación' when you mean a general period of thinking. Remember, 'meditación' specifically refers to the practice of mindfulness or focused mental training, while 'reflexión' is about contemplating a situation.
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