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[ほん(本)·い(意)]
honi
noun

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[ほ(本)·い(意)]
hoi
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English Meaning(s) for 本意

noun
  1. real intention; true motive; true will
  2. original intention; original purpose; original hope
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Meanings for each kanji in 本意

» book; present; main; origin; true; real; counter for long cylindrical things
» idea; mind; heart; taste; thought; desire; care; liking

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Sample Sentences for 本意

Selfishness is an essential part of his character.
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He sees everything in terms of money.
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She did it against her will.
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