This is the 5325th most frequent Japanese word.
hooh
The Japanese word "hooh" (鳳凰) refers to the mythical phoenix, a legendary bird symbolizing immortality and rebirth.
In this sentence, 'hōō' refers to a mythical or legendary bird in Japanese culture, showcasing its usage as a noun.
鳳凰（ほうおう）は伝説上の鳥とされています。
The hōō is considered a legendary bird.
Here, 'hō' is used as an interjection expressing admiration or acknowledgment in Japanese speech.
彼の丁寧な説明に、私は「ほう」と感心しました。
I was impressed and said 'hō' to his polite explanation.
In this sentence, '褒' (hō) is part of the verb '褒める' (homeru), which means 'praise,' illustrating the usage of 'hō' in a compound verb context.