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Soul

🇬🇧 UK /["/səʊl/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/səʊl/"]/

Meaning of Soul

the spiritual part of a person, believed to exist after death

In simple words: The spiritual part of a person that is believed to live on after death.

Soul in a sentence

• She believes that music speaks to the soul.
• He poured his heart and soul into the painting.
• Some philosophers argue that the soul exists independently of the body.
• In many cultures, it's believed that the soul lives on after death.
• The film captured the soul of the city beautifully.
• He was known for his soulful performances and deep, expressive singing.
• The soul of the community is reflected in its traditions.
• She felt his soulful gaze and understood his pain.

How to use Soul

Used broadly in both spiritual and emotional contexts. More formal in religious discussions, while informal when talking about music or personality (e.g., 'soul music'). Avoid using it in overly scientific discussions.

Grammar pattern

standalone noun

Memory hint

Think of 'soul' as 'so ol' — the essence of who you are, something priceless.

Related words

Collocations with Soul

• eternal
• immortal
• dead
• save
• sell
• a/​the battle for somebody’s soul
• a/​the struggle for somebody’s soul
• have mercy on somebody’s soul
• very
• whole
• inner
• lose
• bare
• search
• in your soul
• body and soul
• from the depths of somebody’s soul
• in the depths of somebody’s soul
• have
• lack
• with soul
• little
• old
• good
• not tell
• not a soul in sight
• little
• old
• good
• not tell
• not a soul in sight

Synonyms for Soul

• psyche
• survive

Opposites of Soul

• body
• matter

Common mistakes with Soul

• Confused with 'sole', which means only one.
• Used in place of 'spirit' without considering the context.
• Misunderstanding the emotional weight; 'soul' implies deeper feelings than just personality.

Frequently asked questions about Soul

What does Soul mean?

The spiritual part of a person that is believed to live on after death.

What is the definition of Soul?

the spiritual part of a person, believed to exist after death

How do you use Soul in a sentence?

She believes that music speaks to the soul.

Can you give another example of Soul?

He poured his heart and soul into the painting.

What are synonyms for Soul?

Common alternatives include psyche, survive.

What is the opposite of Soul?

Opposite meanings include body, matter.

What words go with Soul?

It commonly pairs with eternal, immortal, dead, save, sell, a/​the battle for somebody’s soul, a/​the struggle for somebody’s soul, have mercy on somebody’s soul, very, whole, inner, lose, bare, search, in your soul, body and soul, from the depths of somebody’s soul, in the depths of somebody’s soul, have, lack, with soul, little, old, good, not tell, not a soul in sight, little, old, good, not tell, not a soul in sight.

What are common mistakes when using Soul?

Confused with 'sole', which means only one. Used in place of 'spirit' without considering the context. Misunderstanding the emotional weight; 'soul' implies deeper feelings than just personality.

How do you pronounce Soul?

US: /["/səʊl/"]/, UK: /["/səʊl/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Soul?

Used broadly in both spiritual and emotional contexts. More formal in religious discussions, while informal when talking about music or personality (e.g., 'soul music'). Avoid using it in overly scientific discussions.

What CEFR level is Soul?

"Soul" is at B2 level on the CEFR scale.