VocabJLPT N2
holiness
Nounな-Adjective

Definitions

  1. 1. holiness
  2. 2. sacredness
This noun and adjective describe something as sacred, holy, or divinely pure. It is used in religious or spiritual contexts to refer to places, objects, or beings that are considered inviolable or set apart from the ordinary world.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Wait, this is sacred? It just looks like an old rock to me!

Sentence 2

Um, this is supposed to be a sacred ceremony — how are there this many mix-ups?

Sentence 3

Why is this particular ritual considered so sacred?

Sentence 4

"Take your shoes off — this place is sacred," my friend said.

Sentence 5

Wait, calling this sacred is a bit of a stretch, don't you think?