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詩篇 — meaning in English

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English meaning

psalm noun A sacred song or poem used in worship, especially one of the songs collected in the Book of Psalms in the Bible.
Psalms noun The Book of Psalms, a collection of religious songs and poems in the Old Testament.

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詩篇 is used for these senses in English:

psalm (religion, music) A sacred song; a poetical composition for use in the praise or worship of God.

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C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

C2 · Advanced serendipity Fortunate discoveries made entirely by accident.

Gen Z slang rizz Charm — the ability to attract a romantic interest.

B2 · Intermediate empathy The capacity to share another person’s feelings.

C1 · Advanced nonchalant Casually calm and relaxed; unconcerned.

Internet slang delulu Delusional — believing something against the odds.

Etymology nostalgia Greek nostos “return home” + algos “pain”.

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