What is what does buddha mean?

Buddha, derived from the Sanskrit word "Buddh", meaning "awakened" or "enlightened", is a title given to the founder of Buddhism, Siddhartha Gautama. Buddha refers to his attainment of spiritual awakening and understanding of the nature of reality. In Buddhism, there are multiple Buddhas who have obtained enlightenment, including Dipankara Buddha, Shakyamuni Buddha, and Maitreya Buddha. Buddhists consider Buddha as a teacher and guide, who taught the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path, the central principles of Buddhism. Buddha's teachings aim to help individuals overcome suffering and achieve inner peace through self-discovery and mindfulness.