本
Book
| on’yomi | kun’yomi | Radicals |
|---|---|---|
| ほん | n/i | 本 |
Meaning: Book, Origin
The real radical and the book kanji are the same in looks, but different in meaning. Still, what’s the most real thing in the world, besides real life? That would be a book. People put their heart and soul into books, making them as real as they can… that is, unless you read Twilight. There’s nothing real about glittery vampires.
Imagine yourself reading various books… and have them have crazy contents. Constantly think… “Is it real?” And then decide. Focus in on the fact you’re reading a book, especially.
Reading: ほん
Books are one of the best ways to hone your intellect, you know?
A bit weak in the memory department, I know, but run it through your mind a few times. Luckily, you’ll see this on’yomi so much it’ll end up being hard not remembering it, good memory technique or not.
Vocabulary
Learn the meanings and the readings of the following words before moving on.
本（ほん）＝ Book
- Meaning: The same as the kanji.
- Reading: The same as the kanji’s on’yomi.
日本（にほん）＝ Japan
- Combo: 日 (sun) + 本 (origin)
- Meaning: The kanji 本 can also mean “real” or “origin.” In this word, 本 refers to “origin” – as in, the “origin of the sun.” Japan’s known as “the Land Of The Rising Sun” which is why they have the flag with the sun on it.
- Reading: The readings are the on’yomi readings of the two kanji, combined.