Synonyms for
Jin
Definition
Jin can be a noun, meaning a Chinese unit of weight equal to one-sixteenth of a pound or 0.0625 kilograms. It can also be a proper noun, meaning a Korean given name.
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Common collocations
- inner jin
- creative jin
- fighting jin
- artistic jin
- fighting spirit
- creative energy
Word family
noun jin
Usage note
The term 'jin' is primarily used in East Asian contexts, particularly Chinese, to refer to a spirit or essence. It is not a common English word and may be unfamiliar to many English speakers.
Example sentences
- He asked for a jin of rice at the store.
- Jin is a popular name in Korea.
- The recipe called for a quarter jin of sugar.
- She bought a jin of pears from the market.
- The gold weighed two jin.
Quotes
"I have a package for Jin," said the mailman.
"Jin" means "truth" in Chinese.
"Jin" is a popular name for boys in Korea.