言魂
Reading: ことだま
Meaning: spirit of language, power of words, kotodama
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Example Sentence
Japanese people believe in the power of words.
Usage Notes
A concept in Japanese Shinto belief that words have spiritual power. Also written as 言霊. Refers to the belief that spoken words can influence reality.
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