lama

Everyday

1. (religion) A lama is a teacher or monk in Tibetan Buddhism. tree →
2. (a name) The Dalai Lama is the most famous lama, a spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhists. tree →

In the lessons

Religion lessons: Tibetan Buddhism, monasteries, prayer wheels, Lhasa. Buddhists believe a lama guides people on the path to wisdom and kindness.

Examples

• The lama taught the young monks. tree →
• The Dalai Lama is a well-known Buddhist leader. tree →
• Lamas live and study in monasteries in Tibet. tree →
• The lama spoke about kindness and peace. tree →
• Visitors bowed to the old lama. tree →
• A lama may wear red and yellow robes. tree →

Note

Homophone trap: «lama» (Buddhist teacher, one «l») vs «llama» (the woolly animal from South America, double «l»).