fragrant

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: 芳 is read ほう, has 7 strokes, and relates to fragrance and refined expressions.
• Basic usage: 芳名 is read ほうめい, and 芳醇 is read ほうじゅん.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• 芳名 and 芳醇
  • 芳名 means honored name or name.
  • 受付の芳名帳にお名前をお書きください。 means “Please write your name in the guest book at reception.”
  • 芳醇 means rich and mellow.
  • 樽で熟成させた飲み物には芳醇な香りがある。 means “The barrel-aged drink has a deep, rich aroma.”