Soulmate: meaning, definitions and examples
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soulmate
[ ˈsəʊl.meɪt ]
love
A person ideally suited to another as a close friend or romantic partner. A soulmate is someone with whom you have a deep connection on a spiritual or emotional level.
Synonyms
kindred spirit, life partner, other half.
Which Synonym Should You Choose?
Word | Description / Examples |
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soulmate |
Use 'soulmate' when referring to someone with whom you share a deep and almost spiritual connection. It often implies a romantic relationship but can also be used platonically.
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life partner |
Use 'life partner' when referring to a long-term romantic relationship, often one that involves living together and sharing responsibilities.
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other half |
The phrase 'other half' is usually used in romantic contexts to describe a significant other, underlining the idea that they complete you.
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kindred spirit |
The term 'kindred spirit' is often used to describe someone who shares your values, interests, and thoughts. It's generally used in a platonic sense.
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Examples of usage
- They are not just partners, they are soulmates.
- Finding your soulmate is like finding your other half.
Translations
Translations of the word "soulmate" in other languages:
🇵🇹 alma gêmea
🇮🇳 आत्मा साथी
🇩🇪 Seelenverwandter
🇮🇩 belahan jiwa
🇺🇦 споріднена душа
🇵🇱 bratnia dusza
🇯🇵 ソウルメイト
🇫🇷 âme sœur
🇪🇸 alma gemela
🇹🇷 ruh eşi
🇰🇷 소울메이트
🇸🇦 رفيق الروح
🇨🇿 spřízněná duše
🇸🇰 spriaznená duša
🇨🇳 灵魂伴侣
🇸🇮 sorodna duša
🇮🇸 sálufélagi
🇰🇿 жан серігі
🇬🇪 სულიერი პარტნიორი
🇦🇿 can yoldaşı
🇲🇽 alma gemela
Etymology
The term 'soulmate' originated from the idea that there is one person out there who is meant for you on a spiritual level. The concept can be traced back to ancient Greek philosophy, where it was believed that humans were originally created with four arms, four legs, and a single head with two faces. Zeus split them in half, condemning them to spend their lives searching for their other halves, their soulmates. Over time, the term has evolved to encompass deep emotional connections between individuals beyond just romantic partnerships.
See also: soul.