Vocabulary
What does 源 (みなもと, minamoto) mean?
源 (みなもと, minamoto) means source, origin.
Quick facts| Reading | みなもと |
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| Romaji | minamoto |
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| Part of speech | noun |
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| Level (estimated, JLPT framework) | N1 |
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N1 · estimated, JLPT frameworkCommonminamoto
source, origin
- 1noun source (of a river); fountainhead
- 2noun source; origin; root
Example sentences
この川の源は山奥にある。
The headwaters of this river lie deep in the mountains.
彼の成功の源は努力にある。
The source of his success lies in his effort.