本物
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Noun meaning 'genuine article' or 'real thing.' Used to describe something authentic, not a fake or imitation. Example: 『これは本物です』 (kore wa honmono desu, 'This is the genuine article.').
Theme
At a flea market, User and their friend Kenji are browsing antiques and discussing authenticity.
本物
ほんもの
genuine article (real thing)
Culture & SocietyTraditions & Customs
Memory Hook
Picture a genuine treasure chest with 'real' written on it. 『本物』 (honmono, 'genuine article') sounds like 'hon-mono' — think of 'honest' and 'mono' (thing) to mean the real, authentic thing.
Cultural Note
In Japan, 『本物』 (honmono, 'genuine article') is highly valued in contexts like art, antiques, and craftsmanship, where authenticity and quality are prized. It's often used to distinguish real items from imitations or fakes.
Forms
Base: 本物Noun meaning 'genuine article' or 'real thing.' Used to describe something authentic, not a fake or imitation. Example: 『これは本物です』 (kore wa honmono desu, 'This is the genuine article.').