本来
ほんらい
originally; primarily; essentially; intrinsically
JLPT N2 Common word
Meanings
Adverb, Noun, No-adjective
originally; primarily- essentially; intrinsically; naturally; by nature; in (and of) itself
No-adjective, Noun
proper; rightful; legal; normal
Example sentences
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Love is by nature blind.
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He is basically a nice man.
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This is harmless in itself.
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This medicine is a poison by nature.
ワインは本来害にならない。
Wine is not harmful in itself.
More examples (10)
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That is a characteristic inherent in him.
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Competition is not by nature evil.
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Diamond is essentially hard.
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This substance is not poisonous in itself.
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These substances are not poisonous in themselves.
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People will gradually lose sight of the original purpose.
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This poem was originally written in French.
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Use only as originally intended.
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The Diet is not fully functioning as such.
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It is quite natural for young people to rebel against their parents.