The spelling of the word "soules" is quite unique, and it is not commonly used in modern English. The pronunciation of the word is /soʊlz/ with the emphasis on the first syllable. The "ou" diphthong represents the sound /oʊ/, and the final "es" is added to indicate pluralization. This word is an archaic form of "souls," which means the spiritual or immaterial part of a human being or animal. In modern usage, the word "souls" is commonly employed as a metaphor for the essence of a person or group.
The word "soules" is derived from the Old English term "sawol" which referred to the spiritual or immaterial part of a person. It can be traced back to the Proto-Germanic word "saiwalō" and ultimately to the Proto-Indo-European root "*sōwel" meaning "vital force" or "breath". Over time, "sawol" transformed into "soule" in Middle English and later evolved into the modern English term "soul". The concept of the soul has been a significant aspect of various religious and philosophical beliefs throughout history.