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本能 (honnou)
本能
romaji: honnouinstinct
本能
Quick Meaning
本能 means "instinct".
Reading
- Furigana: Add kana reading during review if this word uses kanji.
- Romaji: honnou
Study Flow
First read 本能 aloud, then connect the sound "honnou" with the meaning "instinct".
Recall Practice
- Cover the English and say the meaning of 本能.
- Cover the Japanese and write the word for "instinct".
- Say the romaji aloud: honnou.
Mini Sentence Drill
Write one short sentence using 本能. Keep the sentence simple, then upgrade it with a time word or place word.
Next Step
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