English–Japanese

“used book” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajifuruhon

Example

この古本は安いです。ko no furu hon wa yasu i de su

This used book is cheap.

Illustration for 古本 (used book)

How to say “used book” in Japanese

“Used book” in Japanese is 古本 (furuhon).

古本 (furuhon) treats a book's previous ownership as its defining feature, not merely the length of time since its publication.

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

Example sentences with 古本

駅前の店で、古本を三冊まとめて買いました。eki mae no mise de furu hon o san satsu ma to me te ka i ma shi ta

I bought three used books at a store near the station.

Tips for using 古本

  • 古本 (furuhon) can describe a rare or valuable volume as well as an inexpensive one, because the word indicates prior ownership rather than price.

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