"Shin" (신) in Korean has a few different meanings depending on the context:
1. God, Deity, Spirit
- This is the most common meaning of "shin." It refers to a supernatural being, a god or deity, or a spirit.
- Examples:
- 신령 (shinryung): Spirit, deity
- 하느님 (haneunim): God (Christian)
- 신화 (sinhwa): Myth, legend
2. New, Fresh
- "Shin" can also mean "new" or "fresh."
- Examples:
- 신상품 (sinsangpum): New product
- 신선한 (sinseonhan): Fresh (as in food)
- 신입생 (sinibsaeng): Freshman (in school)
3. Trust, Faith
- In some contexts, "shin" can convey the idea of trust or faith.
- Examples:
- 신뢰 (sinrye): Trust
- 신용 (sinyeong): Credit, trust
4. Body, Physique
- Less commonly, "shin" can refer to the body or physique.
- Examples:
- 신체 (sinche): Body
- 신장 (sinjang): Height
The meaning of "shin" will be clear from the context of the sentence or phrase it is used in.
