juju

• Substantiv, das einen Amulett oder Gegenstand bezeichnet, dem nach abergläubischen Vorstellungen magische Kraft zugeschrieben wird, oder die übernatürliche Kraft selbst, die mit einem solchen Gegenstand verbunden ist.

A noun referring to a charm or object superstitiously believed to embody magical powers, or the supernatural power associated with such an object.

1. Magical power or auraB2informal

   The supernatural force or influence believed to be associated with an object or practice, often in West African traditions.

   Magische Kraft oder Aura

   • The villagers believed the shaman's juju could protect them from harm.
   • He felt a strange juju in the old temple.
   • Some people think the team's winning streak is due to good juju.

   Synonymeauracharismainfluencemagicmojopowerspell

2. Charm or talismanB2informal

   An object, such as an amulet or charm, superstitiously believed to possess magical powers.

   Amulett oder Talisman

   • She wore a small juju around her neck for good luck.
   • The witch doctor gave him a juju to ward off evil spirits.
   • Tourists often buy juju charms as souvenirs.

   Synonymeamuletcharmfetishmojotalisman