tulpa
/tulpa/from spelling rules
tulpa is the Spanish word for a modern type of imaginary friend.
Meaning: modern type of imaginary friend (noun)
How does it change in a sentence?
tulpa is a noun.
How do you pronounce it?
/tulpa/
Did you know?
- In Spanish 'creepypasta' circles, a tulpa is sometimes described as a 'sentient meme' that can manifest physically if enough people believe in it.
- Although it is used in Spanish, the word tulpa is a loanword from Tibetan Buddhism and is not a native Spanish term.
- In Spanish internet culture, a tulpa is often distinguished from a 'friend' by the belief that the entity can eventually act independently of the creator's will.
Examples in context
- El concepto de "tulpa" ha ganado popularidad en la comunidad de la meditación.The concept of 'tulpa' has gained popularity in the meditation community.
- Mi tulpa es muy amigable.My tulpa is very friendly.
- Ella está hablando con su tulpa.She is talking to her tulpa.
- El concepto de un tulpa es fascinante.The concept of a tulpa is fascinating.
Example conversation
Lucía and Javier are discussing urban legends in a cafe.
- Lucía¿Has leído sobre un tulpa alguna vez?Have you ever read about a tulpa?
- JavierNo, no conozco ese término.No, I don't know that term.
- LucíaEs un amigo imaginario muy detallado.It is a very detailed imaginary friend.
- JavierEso suena muy extraño, Lucía.That sounds very strange, Lucía.
Sources
- IPA marked “from spelling rules” is derived from standard Spanish spelling, where Wiktionary gives none.
