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両
both · two · amount · pair
N3On: りょう
Memory Aid
The kanji's symmetrical structure, with two identical elements embracing a center, visually suggests the idea of 'both' or 'two sides' of something.
'りょう' (ryou) — Imagine 'both rows' of seats at a movie theater.
Vocabulary
両親りょうしんparents
両方りょうほうboth, both sides
両手りょうてboth hands
両替りょうがえmoney exchange
両日りょうじつboth days
Example Sentences
私の両親はとても優しいです。
My parents are very kind.
どちらも両方好きです。
I like both of them.
両手で荷物を持ってください。
Please hold the luggage with both hands.
あそこで両替できますか。
Can I exchange money there?