信仰
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Base noun form. Used to express religious faith or belief in a deity or doctrine. Often appears in phrases like 『信仰心』 (shinkou shin, 'faithful heart').
Theme
User and their friend Miyuki are visiting a temple in Kyoto, discussing personal beliefs and faith.
信仰
しんこう
(religious) faith, belief
Culture & SocietyReligion & Festivals
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'shin' (sounds like 'shin' in 'shinto') and 'kou' (sounds like 'go') — in Shinto, people go to shrines with faith. 'Shin-go' → 信仰 (shinkou, 'faith').
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『信仰』 (shinkou, 'faith') is often associated with Shinto and Buddhism, which are widely practiced. Many people visit shrines or temples for rituals and prayers, reflecting deep cultural traditions.
Forms
Base: 信仰Base noun form. Used to express religious faith or belief in a deity or doctrine. Often appears in phrases like 『信仰心』 (shinkou shin, 'faithful heart').