honor

1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning

• Structure: The on reading is よ, and the kun reading is ほまれ. It has 13 strokes and relates to honor or distinction.
• Basic usage: 誉れ is read ほまれ, and 名誉 is read めいよ.

2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions

• 誉れ and 名誉
  • 誉れ means honor or pride. It is a noun read ほまれ for an honor or source of pride worthy of celebration.
  • 国際大会で賞を得たことは町の誉れとなった。 means “Winning a prize at the international competition became an honor for the town.”
  • 名誉 means honor. It is a noun read めいよ for honor or reputation recognized by others.
  • 長年の功績を認められ、名誉ある賞を受けた。 means “In recognition of years of achievement, I received a prestigious award.”