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shinigami

shihn-ih-GAH-mee

Shinigami (noun) means a god or spirit of death in Japanese folklore and popular fiction. Example: “The manga features a shinigami who collects souls.”

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A god or spirit of death in Japanese folklore and popular fiction.
"The manga features a shinigami who collects souls."

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shinigami plural

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Etymology

From Japanese 死に神 (shinigami), literally "death god."

Origin: Japanese

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Frequently asked questions

What does “shinigami” mean?

The word “shinigami” means a god or spirit of death in Japanese folklore and popular fiction.

How do you pronounce “shinigami”?

“Shinigami” is pronounced shihn-ih-GAH-mee (/ˌʃɪn.ɪˈɡɑːmi/ in IPA).

How do you use “shinigami” in a sentence?

Here is “shinigami” used in a sentence: “The manga features a shinigami who collects souls.”

What part of speech is “shinigami”?

“Shinigami” is a noun.

Where does the word “shinigami” come from?

The word “shinigami” comes from Japanese. From Japanese 死に神 (shinigami), literally "death god.".

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