/prɑj.ɲɑː/ or /prɑj.ɲɑː/ (Pronunciation may vary based on the region)

Definitions

1. noun

In Hinduism and Buddhism, it refers to a state of higher consciousness or spiritual knowledge; a quality of understanding and insight.

“The guru guided his student towards attaining the state of prajna, where one can understand the true nature of reality.”

2. noun

In Buddhist philosophy, it is the sixth parameter of perception, which refers to the understanding of the nature of reality.

“The monk’s prajna allowed him to perceive the world in a completely different light.”