This is the 750th most frequent Chinese word.
原本
Originally; originally inherent; fundamentally.
Here, '原本' signifies the original or former state of where the plant naturally occurred, emphasizing its origin.
这种植物原本生长在热带地区。
This plant originally grew in tropical areas.
'原本' in this sentence shows the initial way the story was circulated, highlighting its mode of transmission before any changes.
这个故事原本是由口述流传下来的。
This story was originally passed down orally.
In this sentence, '原本' is used to indicate an original intention or plan that has since changed, contrasting the initial state with the current situation.