~本
~ほん
hon
JLPT N5VocabularyLevel 9 - JLPT N5

Quick answer

~本 (~ほん (hon)) means "counter for long cylindrical things". Use this page for pronunciation, example sentences, and related kanji.

Meaning

counter for long cylindrical things

Also : ~ bottles · ~ sticks · ~ (long, thin objects)

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Meaning ·

The word ~本 (~ほん) means 'counter for long cylindrical things'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of counter for long cylindrical things.

Example Sentences

ペンを三本持っています。

ぺんをさんぼんもっています。

I have three pens.

ビールを二本買いました。

びーるをにほんかいました。

I bought two bottles of beer.

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Last updated May 19, 2026

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