갈마(羯磨), 업(業)
(In Hinduism and Buddhism) the sum of a person's actions in this and previous states of existence, viewed as deciding their fate in future existences.
예문:
"Many believers strive to perform good deeds to improve their karma in the next life."
"The concept of karma emphasizes moral responsibility for one's actions, whether good or bad."
"He dedicated his life to spiritual practice to purify his negative karma."
인과 응보, 운명
Destiny or fate, especially the inevitable consequence or retribution resulting from one's past actions.
예문:
"After cheating on the test, failing the course felt like instant karma."
"She believes that the universe balances itself out through karma, ensuring justice is served."
"Don't worry, his bad behavior will eventually catch up to him—that's just karma."
특징적인 분위기, 아우라
A distinctive atmosphere, feeling, or aura that a person, place, or thing seems to have.
예문:
"The old bookstore had a peaceful, scholarly karma that made me want to stay all afternoon."
"Despite the modern decor, the restaurant lacked good karma and felt sterile."
"I got a strange, negative karma from the new manager during the interview."