English–Japanese

“head temple” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajihonzan

Example

この寺はその宗派の本山です。ko no tera wa so no shū ha no hon zan de su

This temple is the head temple of that sect.

Illustration for 本山 (head temple)

How to say “head temple” in Japanese

“Head temple” in Japanese is 本山 (honzan).

Refers to the temple that serves as the central base of a Buddhist sect.

Full entry for 本山: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 本山

本山では、毎年多くの僧侶が重要な行事に参加します。hon zan de wa mai toshi ō ku no sō ryo ga jū yō na gyō ji ni san ka shi ma su

At the head temple, many monks take part in important ceremonies every year.

Tips for using 本山

  • 本山 (honzan) is commonly translated as "head temple," although the term identifies a sect's central temple rather than a temple that must stand on a mountain.

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