Soul: meaning, definitions and examples

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soul

[ səʊl ]

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spirituality

The spiritual or immaterial part of a human being or animal, regarded as immortal.

Synonyms

essence, inner self, spirit

Examples of usage

She believed that her soul would live on after her physical body died.
He felt a deep connection to nature, as if his soul was intertwined with the trees and rivers.

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emotion

A person's moral or emotional nature or sense of identity.

Synonyms

character, heart, nature

Examples of usage

She poured her heart and soul into her artwork, expressing her innermost thoughts and feelings.
He was a kind soul, always willing to help others in need.

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music

A genre of popular music that originated in African American communities in the United States in the 1950s and 1960s.

Synonyms

R&B, blues, funk

Examples of usage

They danced to the soulful rhythm of the music, feeling the beat deep within their souls.
She had a soulful voice that could move people to tears.

Translations

Translations of the word "soul" in other languages:

🇵🇹 alma

🇮🇳 आत्मा

🇩🇪 Seele

🇮🇩 jiwa

🇺🇦 душа

🇵🇱 dusza

🇯🇵 魂 (たましい, tamashii)

🇫🇷 âme

🇪🇸 alma

🇹🇷 ruh

🇰🇷 영혼 (yeonghon)

🇸🇦 روح (ruh)

🇨🇿 duše

🇸🇰 duša

🇨🇳 灵魂 (línghún)

🇸🇮 duša

🇮🇸 sál

🇰🇿 жан

🇬🇪 სული (suli)

🇦🇿 ruh

🇲🇽 alma

Word origin

The word 'soul' has its origins in Old English, from the Germanic word 'sawol'. The concept of the soul has been a central theme in various religions and philosophies throughout history, with interpretations varying from culture to culture. In Western philosophy, the soul is often associated with the mind, will, and emotions of a person, while in many spiritual traditions, the soul is believed to be immortal and separate from the physical body.