ほんま
ほんま
adverb, na-adjective
really; truly (Kansai dialect)
1.
really; truly; honestly
Kansai dialect equivalent of 本当. Used to emphasize truth or express genuine feelings.
ほんまに美味しいわ。
It's really delicious.
ほんま？信じられへん。
Really? I can't believe it.
それ、ほんまの話？
Is that a true story?
DIALECT:
Kansai (関西) dialect, primarily used in Osaka, Kyoto, and surrounding regions.
STANDARD EQUIVALENT:
本当 / ほんと (standard Japanese)
COMMON PATTERNS:
- ほんまに - really (adverb)
- ほんまの - real, true (adjective)
- ほんま？ - Really? (question)
- ほんまや - That's true (affirmation)
USAGE NOTES:
関西弁 has become widely recognized throughout Japan due to TV comedians and media. ほんま is one of the most commonly understood Kansai expressions.
RELATED DIALECT WORDS:
- 嘘やん - No way! / You're kidding!
- まじで - Really/Seriously (youth slang, nationwide)