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[ほん(本)·めい(命)]
honmei
noun, no adjective

English Meaning(s) for 本命

noun, no adjective
  1. favorite (to win); favourite; likely winner
  2. one's heart's desire; first choice
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Definition and Synonyms for 本命

Front-Runner a competitor thought likely to win
Synonyms: 人気者, 本命, 逃げ馬

Meanings for each kanji in 本命

» book; present; main; origin; true; real; counter for long cylindrical things
» fate; command; decree; destiny; life; appoint

Categories 本命 is a member of

Challenger the contestant you hope to defeat
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Sample Sentences for 本命

Since the favorite and his rival were running against each other a dark horse like him was able to pull out in front.
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