(まも)

おまもり
noun
amulet; charm; talisman
1. amulet; charm; talisman
A protective charm or amulet, typically purchased at Shinto shrines or Buddhist temples in Japan. Believed to bring good luck, protection, or blessings in specific areas.
(まも)()った
I bought an amulet.
I bought a traffic safety amulet at the shrine.
I carry an amulet to pray for success in my exams.
It's best to replace your amulet with a new one every year.
A friend gave me an amulet, so I have it attached to my bag.

TYPES OF お(まも)り:

CULTURAL PRACTICES:

  • (まも)り should be returned to the shrine/temple after one year
  • Opening the bag is said to release the blessing
  • Often kept in bags, wallets, or cars

HONORIFIC:
The お is an honorific prefix; the base word is (まも) (protection).

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