“Inspiration” in Japanese
Short answer
Inspiration in Japanese is “霊感” (reikan). Full meaning: inspiration, afflatus; ability to sense the supernatural (esp. ghosts, etc.).
Other ways to say “Inspiration” in Japanese
入神
nyuushin inspiration, genius, super-human skill
インスピレーション
insupireeshon inspiration
鼓舞
kobu encouragement, inspiration, rousing, stirring up, raising (e.g. morale)
感化
kanka influence (on someone), inspiration
感激
kangeki deep emotion, impression, inspiration
感興
kankyou interest, fun, inspiration
インスピレーシヨン
insupireeshon inspiration
インスパイア
insupaia to inspire; inspiration
感動
kandou being deeply moved emotionally, excitement, passion, inspiration, deep emotion, strong impression
啓発
keihatsu enlightenment, development, edification, public awareness, illumination, education, inspiration
カンゲキ
kangeki deep emotion, impression, inspiration
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