Definition

A place in a Zen Buddhist monastery where people sit quietly to meditate.

Example

The monks gathered in the zendo for their morning meditation session.

Conversation

I heard you visited that new Zen center in town.

Yeah, it's amazing! The zendo there is so peaceful.

I really want to try meditating in a zendo someday.

You should! It's a great way to relax and clear your mind.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Zendo originates from Japanese 'zen' (meaning meditation) and 'do' (meaning way or path). The term refers to a place where Zen meditation is practiced, emphasizing the path of meditation.

Memory Tip

Think of 'zen' as meditation and 'do' as a path — a zendo is a place dedicated to the path of meditation.

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