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영혼

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Meaning and Usage

The word '영혼' refers to the soul or spirit, often implying the immaterial essence of a person. It is used in both literal and figurative contexts, such as describing deep emotional involvement or the core of one's being.

Common Collocations

  • 영혼을 담다: to put one's soul into something, expressing deep passion or dedication.
  • 영혼이 없다: to be soulless, often describing something mechanical or lacking emotion.
  • 영혼의 안식: rest for the soul, used in spiritual or religious contexts.

Register and Nuance

'영혼' is a formal or literary term and is often found in written language, speeches, or artistic expressions. It is less common in casual daily conversation unless used metaphorically.

Learner Tips

A common confusion is mixing '영혼' with '정신' (mind/spirit). '영혼' emphasizes the spiritual or immaterial essence, while '정신' relates more to mental state or consciousness. Use '영혼' when referring to the soul or deep emotional core.

Example Sentences

그는 자신의 영혼을 음악에 담았다.

Geuneun jasinui yeonghoneul eumage damatda.

He put his soul into the music.

영혼이 없는 기계처럼 일하지 마세요.

Yeonghoni eomneun gigyecheoreom ilhaji maseyo.

Don't work like a soulless machine.

그 영화는 인간의 영혼에 대해 깊이 탐구한다.

Geu yeonghwaneun inganui yeonghone daehae gip-i tamguhanda.

That movie deeply explores the human soul.