呪文

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 呪文(じゅもん) denotes set words recited in expectation of a magical or ritual effect.
• Basic usage: It refers to a spell in a story and can figuratively describe words repeatedly said to oneself.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• 唱える versus 覚える
  • 呪文を唱える means reciting a spell aloud. 呪文を覚える means memorizing it, so distinguish vocal recitation from learning the words by heart.