ほんて 本手 LinksSentence search for 本手Sentence search for ほんてKanji details for 本 and 手Edit in JMdict Noun1. ace up one's sleeve; trump cardSee also 奥の手 おくのてNoun2. basic melody (esp. on koto and shamisen)MusicNoun3. proper move (in go, shogi, etc.); appropriate moveNoun4. expert; professional; specialist; master Discussions Log in to talk about this word.