The word "Kandra" is spelled with five letters - K, A, N, D, R, and pronounced as /kændrə/. The letter "K" represents the unvoiced velar plosive sound /k/. The letter "A" represents the short vowel sound /æ/. The letter "N" represents the voiced alveolar nasal sound /n/. The letter "D" represents the unvoiced dental plosive sound /d/. Finally, the letter "R" represents the voiced alveolar approximant sound /r/. Overall, the spelling of "Kandra" reflects the sounds that correspond with each letter in the word.
Kandra
noun
Pronunciation: kan-druh
1. In the fictional world of Brandon Sanderson's fantasy book series, Mistborn, a kandra refers to a shapeshifting creature capable of assuming the form and memories of any dead or living person. These beings, created by the godlike entity known as Preservation, have the unique ability to manipulate their bodies and imitate other beings flawlessly. They can alter their physical appearance, voices, and even mimic the personalities of those they imitate. Kandra excel at espionage, infiltration, and gathering secret information for their employers. They are bound by a strict set of contracts, serving the higher nobility known as the obligators, who employ them as spies or assassins.
2. In the context of Hindu mythology, a kandra is a character mentioned in ancient texts such as the Rigveda and the Atharvaveda. Kandra, in this ancient Hindu belief, refers to the demons or impish beings that were associated with darkness, trickery, and malevolence. Depicted as mischievous spirits or goblin-like creatures, they were feared for their ability to wreak havoc and cause harm to humans. They were often believed to be spirits of disease, pestilence, and misfortune. Kandra were thought to dwell in remote areas, abandoned places, and haunted corners, where they would unleash disaster on unsuspecting mortals. In some legends, it is said that specific rituals or prayers must be performed to ward off or appease these malevolent beings.