NAMAS is a Sanskrit word commonly used in Hinduism and Yoga, meaning "bowing" or "salutation". The word NAMAS is often used in combination with other words to convey specific messages. For instance, "Namaste" means "I bow to you" or "I honor the divine in you". The word "Pranamas" means "I welcome you with respect and reverence", while "Vandanam" means "I offer my respect to you". Other synonyms for NAMAS include "Sashtang Pranam" or "Ashtanga Namaskara" which literal means eight parts of the body touching the ground while salutations and "Anjali Mudra" which is the act of joining the hands together in prayer. All of these words convey a deep sense of respect, humility, and gratitude towards others and the divine.