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ほんの
honno
Description
「ほんの」は、量や程度がとても少ないことを表す言葉です。
"ほんの" is a word that expresses a very small amount or degree.
「ほんの少し」や「ほんの一部」のように、名前の前につけて使います。
It is used before a noun, as in "ほんの少し" or "ほんの一部".
Meanings
ほんのhonno
just a little; mere; only a slight
ほんの少しだけ待ってください。
Please wait just a little bit.
ほんのhonno
just; merely (emphasizing smallness or insignificance)
これはほんの気持ちです。
This is just a small token.
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Notes
- Nuance
ほんの precedes a noun to stress how small or slight something is, often modestly.
- Nuance
「ほんの気持ち」is a set humble phrase when giving a small gift.
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