English–Japanese
“real name” in Japanese
Japanese
Pronunciation
Romajihonmyō
Example
彼は本名を教えてくれました。kare wa hon myō o oshi e te ku re ma shi ta
He told me his real name.
How to say “real name” in Japanese
“Real name” in Japanese is 本名 (honmyō).
Points to the name that identifies a person outside a chosen alias or public name.
Example sentences with 本名
申込書には本名を記入してください。mōshi komi sho ni wa hon myō o ki nyū shi te ku da sa i
Please enter your real name on the application form.
Tips for using 本名
- A request for 本名 (honmyō) can sound more personal than a request for a public name because it concerns private identity.