bhadrapada
Definition
Noun: 1. The sixth month of the Hindu calendar: Bhadrapada is a specific month in the lunisolar Hindu calendar, typically corresponding to parts of August and September in the Gregorian calendar. It is considered an auspicious month in many Hindu traditions.
Usage
- As a proper noun for the month: Bhadrapada follows the month of Shravana and precedes Ashwin in the Hindu calendar.
Advanced Usage
- Religious and Cultural Significance: Bhadrapada is associated with several important Hindu festivals and observances. It is considered a sacred month for performing rituals and worship.
Variants and Related Words
- Bhadra: A common shortened or alternative form used in some contexts to refer to this month.
- Bhadrapada Shukla Paksha: Refers to the waxing moon phase (bright fortnight) of the month of Bhadrapada.
- Bhadrapada Krishna Paksha: Refers to the waning moon phase (dark fortnight) of the month of Bhadrapada.
Synonyms
- Bhadra: (when used specifically to denote the month)
- The sixth Hindu month: A descriptive synonym.
Notes on Different Meanings
- Primary Meaning: The term 'Bhadrapada' almost exclusively refers to this specific calendar month within the context of Hindu timekeeping and culture. It does not have other common, unrelated meanings in English.
Noun
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the sixth month of the Hindu calendar
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