本体

Meaning

1. n
   substance; true form; true character
2. n
   main part; main unit; body (of a machine)
3. n
   object of worship (at a shrine, temple, etc.)
4. n
   noumenon
5. n abbreviation
   base price; pre-tax price

Example sentences

• なんであれ物事の本体を捕らえる事が肝心だ。

  No matter what the problem is, it's essential to get at the heart of the matter.