本物
honmono
Common
N3
noun
Translations
1.
genuine article
2.
real thing
Notes
The term '本物' is often used to distinguish genuine items from fakes or imitations. It can apply to both physical objects and abstract concepts, such as a person's character.
Tags
Examples
これは本物のダイヤモンドです。
Kore wa honmono no daiyamondo desu.
This is a genuine diamond.
彼は本物のリーダーです。
Kare wa honmono no rīdā desu.
He is a true leader.