rasa

American  

[ruhs-uh] / ˈrʌs ə /

noun

1. (in Hindu aesthetics) flavor, sentiment, or emotion: regarded as one of the fundamental qualities of classical music, dance, and poetry.

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Etymology

Origin of rasa

First recorded in 1790–1800, rasa is from the Sanskrit word rasa sap, fluid, essence

Example Sentences

Zach Negin, owner of Tabula Rasa Bar in Los Angeles, said deadly wildfires and a slowdown in the entertainment industry have weighed on business, along with increased costs.

From The Wall Street Journal

But one of them was certainly Thursday’s performance of the two-part “Tabula Rasa,” among Mr. Pärt’s most familiar—and celebrated—works.

From The Wall Street Journal

Rasa, a build-your-own-bowl spot, has the same aim with its discounted $10 meals for federal workers.

From The Wall Street Journal

The conceptual idea around this is that it’s growing out of something, as opposed to tabula rasa, a new building.

From Los Angeles Times

Somewhere inside a tabula rasa passed off as an office space, a diligent worker is rewarded with a five-minute "dance experience."

From Salon