JMdict: 1523250
本命 【ほんめい】
- [n,adj-no] favorite (to win); favourite; likely winner
- [n,adj-no] one's heart's desire; first choice
Kanji in this word:
| Kanji | Meanings | On Readings | Kun Readings | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 本 | Book, Present, Main, Origin, True, Real, Counter For Long Cylindrical Things | ホン | もと | 1 |
| 命 | Fate, Command, Decree, Destiny, Life, Appoint | メイ, ミョウ | いのち | 3 |
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