本名
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Noun meaning 'real name' or 'legal name'. Used in formal contexts to distinguish from nicknames or aliases. Example: 『本名は何ですか？』 (honmyou wa nan desu ka?, 'What is your real name?').
Theme
During a casual chat at a park, User and their acquaintance Takashi discuss a famous actor who uses a stage name.
本名
ほんみょう
real name
People & IdentityFamily & Personal Relationships
Memory Hook
Imagine a 'book' (本 hon) with your 'name' (名 na) written inside — that's your real name! 'Book name' → 本名 (honmyou, 'real name').
Cultural Note
In Japan, using 『本名』 (honmyou, 'real name') is common in formal situations like official documents or introductions. Many people also use nicknames or stage names in casual or professional settings.
Forms
Base: 本名Noun meaning 'real name' or 'legal name'. Used in formal contexts to distinguish from nicknames or aliases. Example: 『本名は何ですか？』 (honmyou wa nan desu ka?, 'What is your real name?').