magical incantations

Words with power

Magical incantations are words or phrases spoken to produce supernatural effects—spells, charms, or conjurations believed to summon power through their utterance.

The term appears in fantasy fiction, historical accounts of witchcraft, and discussions of ritual magic: The wizard muttered magical incantations over the cauldron.

The phrase emphasizes that the words themselves carry power, not just their meaning.

Related

archaic language · mantra · druidry · curse · witchcraft · dark arts · invocation · voodoo · wands · intonation · blessing · witch's curse · paganism · symbolism · hermeticism · hocus pocus · alchemy · hex

Opposites
supernatural versus mundane speech

magical incantationssmall talk

Polite trivial conversation

plain language · rational discourse · idle chatter · technical jargon

ritualized versus casual speech

magical incantationsspontaneous speech

Unrehearsed verbal expression

chitchat · rambling · stream of consciousness · verbal diarrhea

verbal versus non-verbal magic

magical incantationshand signs

Communicative finger positions

magical symbols · sigils · talismans · amulets · magical objects

Family

magic, magical, magically, magician, magicians, incantation, incantations, incant, chanting

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Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G