JLPT N1 Advanced
魂
Soul, spirit, or the vital essence and willpower of a person.
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〜だましい suffix form
霊 alternative kanji, often implies a ghost or spirit of the dead
1 Noun
"Soul" / "Spirit" (of a person)
Refers to the spiritual entity residing within a human body, distinct from the physical form.
Example
彼 は 事故 で 魂 が 抜け た よう な 顔 を し て い た 。
After the accident, he had a look on his face as if his soul had left his body.
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2 Noun
"Essence" / "Willpower"
Represents sheer willpower, mental fortitude, or the passionate dedication infused into an object or action.
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3 Suffix
"The ~ Spirit" (as a suffix)
Serves as a suffix to denote the quintessential temperament, pride, or professional integrity of a specific group.
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