Bewusstseinszustand
state of consciousness
noun be-VUST-zynes-TSOO-shtant Rare
Usage Note
Bewusstseinszustand is used in psychology, neuroscience, and everyday language to describe the level or quality of conscious awareness at a given time. Veränderter Bewusstseinszustand (altered state of consciousness) is the most common phrase.
Examples
"Meditation kann zu einem veränderten Bewusstseinszustand führen."
Natural Translation
Meditation can lead to an altered state of consciousness.
Literal Translation
Meditation can to an altered consciousness-state lead.

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