# aum

**Pronunciation:** /ɑːm/ · AHM

**Part of speech:** noun

## Meaning

A sacred syllable and spiritual icon in Indian religions, representing the essence of the universe and the sound of creation.

## Examples

- Many yoga classes begin and end with the collective chanting of aum.
- The symbol for aum is frequently used as a decorative motif in meditation spaces.
- He felt a sense of deep inner peace after focusing on the vibration of the aum sound.

## Synonyms

- om — The most common spelling variant of the same sacred sound.
- mantra — A broader term for a sacred utterance or sound repeated during meditation.
- syllable — Refers to the linguistic structure of the sound.
- invocation — A formal appeal or prayer often involving sacred sounds.

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