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アミュレット (あみゅれっと) Japanese meaning | Kotomora

アミュレット

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Meanings

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noun

A charm or object believed to bring protection or good luck. Often used in fantasy or occult contexts.

彼かの女じょは旅たびのお守まもりとして小ちいさなアミュレットを身みにつけている。
She wears a small amulet as a travel charm.

Similar words

お守まもり
お守り is the common native Japanese word for a protective charm, often from a shrine or temple. アミュレット is a loanword with a more Western or fantasy feel.
タリスマン
タリスマン is another loanword for a magical object, often used in occult or gaming contexts. アミュレット is slightly more common in general fantasy.

Etymology

Borrowed from English 'amulet', ultimately from Latin 'amuletum'.