Japanese Dictionary

Meaning of 法要(ほうよう) in Japanese

法要
Kana Reading
ほうよう
Romaji
hōyō
Word Senses
  • Parts of speech
    noun (common) (futsuumeishi)
    Meaning
    Buddhist memorial service


Kanji in this word

JLPT 3

9 strokes

need, main point, essence, pivot, key to

On'Yomi: ヨウ

Kun'Yomi: い.る, かなめ

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JLPT 3

8 strokes

method, law, rule, principle, model, system

On'Yomi: ホウ, ハッ, ホッ, フラン

Kun'Yomi: のり

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