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本意 【ほんい】

  1. [n] real intention; true motive; true will
  2. [n] original intention; original purpose; original hope
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Kanji in this word:

Kanji Meanings On Readings Kun Readings
本 Book, Present, Main, Origin, True, Real, Counter For Long Cylindrical Things ホン もと
意 Idea, Mind, Heart, Taste, Thought, Desire, Care, Liking イ