No. 606 in Japanese
神
"God," "deity," or "spirit."
In a sentence
神は私たちを見守っています。
God watches over us.
In this sentence, "神" is used to refer to a deity or divine being, highlighting its religious and spiritual context.
あの瞬間は本当に神だった。
That moment was truly divine.
Here, "神" is metaphorically used to describe something extraordinary or miraculous, emphasizing its sublime nature.
彼はもはや伝説ではなく、神のような存在だ。
He is no longer a legend, but a god-like figure.
"神" in this case is employed to describe someone who is revered to the extent of being compared to a god, indicating high admiration.
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