VocabJLPT N2
spirit
Noun

Definitions

  1. 1. spirit
  2. 2. soul
A spirit or supernatural being from folklore and religion. It can refer to the soul of a deceased person, a nature spirit, or a divine entity, and appears frequently in traditional festivals and spiritual contexts.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

I said "spirits don't exist" — and then quietly prayed anyway.

Sentence 2

"If spirits exist, show me proof!" my friend shouted.

Sentence 3

"Are spirits actually real?" my little sister asked.

Sentence 4

Hey, boss — would "a spirit made me late" work as an excuse?

Sentence 5

Wait, that smell just now — is that a sign a spirit is nearby?