shaman
Shaman (noun) means a person believed to act as a go-between between the human and spirit worlds, often serving as a healer within their community. Example: “The tribe's shaman led the healing ceremony.”
How to use shaman
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA spiritual healer or intermediary figure found in various traditional and indigenous cultures.
Word forms
shamans plural, shamen plural
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The tribe's _____ led the healing ceremony.
Etymology
Borrowed via German and Russian from a Tungusic language of Siberia; ultimately possibly related to a word meaning "to know", or to Buddhist terms for a monk.
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What does “shaman” mean?
The word “shaman” means a person believed to act as a go-between between the human and spirit worlds, often serving as a healer within their community. In plain terms, a spiritual healer or intermediary figure found in various traditional and indigenous cultures.
How do you pronounce “shaman”?
“Shaman” is pronounced SHAH-muhn (/ˈʃɑːmən/ in IPA).
How do you use “shaman” in a sentence?
Here is “shaman” used in a sentence: “The tribe's shaman led the healing ceremony.”
What part of speech is “shaman”?
“Shaman” is a noun.
Where does the word “shaman” come from?
The word “shaman” comes from German. Borrowed via German and Russian from a Tungusic language of Siberia; ultimately possibly related to a word meaning "to know", or to Buddhist terms for a monk.
Is “shaman” a common word?
“Shaman” is an uncommon word in modern English.