What is the Spanish word for "soul"?

Learn how to say "soul" in Spanish with examples and practice

English

soul

Spanish

alma

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Examples of how to use "soul" in Spanish

English
Poetry is good for the human soul.
Spanish
La poesía es buena para el alma humana.
English
Music touches the soul in quiet moments.
Spanish
La música toca el alma en momentos de tranquilidad.
English
She believes travel soothes the restless soul.
Spanish
Ella cree que viajar calma el alma inquieta.
English
He saved the song for his soul.
Spanish
Él guardó la canción para su alma.
English
A kind action can warm someone’s soul.
Spanish
Una acción amable puede calentar el alma de alguien.

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