Which of the following terms translates to 'angle'?

The term "Kona" translates to 'angle' in Sanskrit. In the context of yoga asanas and terminology, "kona" reflects the geometric quality of positions where the body forms angles, such as in poses that require specific alignments or placements of the limbs relative to each other. Understanding this term is crucial for teachers when instructing poses that emphasize angles to promote alignment and balance.

The other terms have their own meanings. "Parsva" means 'side' and is often used in terms like "parsva konasana," which refers to the side angle pose. "Purva" translates to 'east,' and is sometimes related to the directional facing in yoga. "Asht," on the other hand, means 'eight' and is used in contexts referring to the number of limbs in Ashtanga yoga. Each of these terms contributes to the rich language of yoga but do not directly translate to 'angle' as Kona does.