VocabJLPT N3
soul
NounSuffix

Definitions

  1. 1. soul
  2. 2. spirit
  3. 3. willpower
  4. 4. something as important as one's own life
This noun refers to the soul or spirit, the non-physical essence of a living being. It is used both in spiritual or religious contexts and in everyday expressions to describe the heart or deep inner self of a person.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Don't you think this painting has real soul in it?

Sentence 2

If you're serious, let's practice like our souls are in it!

Sentence 3

He pressed his hand to his chest and said, "My soul is screaming."

Sentence 4

Even if I lose, I'm not selling my soul.

Sentence 5

Why do you look so vacant, like the lights are on but nobody's home?