From root: luwa
Usage Note
Kaluluwa refers to the spirit or soul of a person. It is used in both religious contexts and in folklore when referring to ghosts or the afterlife.
Examples
" Mabait ang kaluluwa niya. "
Natural Translation
His/Her soul is kind.
Literal Translation
Kind the soul his/her.
" Ang kaluluwa ay walang hanggan. "
Natural Translation
The soul is eternal.
Literal Translation
The soul is without end.
" Naniniwala ang marami na ang kaluluwa ng tao ay nananatili kahit matagal nang yumao ang katawan. "
Natural Translation
Many believe that a person's soul remains even long after the body has passed away.
Literal Translation
Believe the many that the soul of person remains even-though long already died the body.
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