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respect meaning in Sanskrit

आदर ādara

/ɹɪˈspɛkt/

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respect in Sanskrit: आदर (ādara), सम्मान (sammāna), मानति (mānati). In English, respect means an attitude of consideration or high regard; a feeling of admiration or esteem.

Sanskrit words for respect

admiration for a person or entity because of perceived merit
आदर ādara, सम्मान sammāna
good opinion, honor, or admiration
सम्मान sammāna
to have respect for
मानति mānati

English meaning of respect

  1. noun An attitude of consideration or high regard; a feeling of admiration or esteem.
  2. noun Good opinion, honor, or admiration.
  3. noun Polite greetings, often offered as condolences after a death.
  4. noun A particular aspect, feature or detail of something.

Full definition of respect

respect in a sentence

  • He is an intellectual giant, and I have great respect for him.
  • The mourners paid their last respects to the deceased poet.
  • This year's model is superior to last year's in several respects.

Synonyms of respect

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respect in other languages

Questions about respect in Sanskrit

What is the meaning of respect in Sanskrit?
Respect in Sanskrit is आदर (ādara), सम्मान (sammāna), मानति (mānati).
respect इत्यस्य संस्कृते कः अर्थः?
Respect: आदर (ādara), सम्मान (sammāna), मानति (mānati).
What does respect mean in English?
Respect means an attitude of consideration or high regard; a feeling of admiration or esteem.

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