Japanese

りょうしゃ
Meaning: both parties; both sides; both people
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

両
者

Example sentences

The opinions of both parties did not completely match.
両者が歩み寄ることで解決した。
The issue was resolved by both sides compromising.
両者は長い交渉の末、ようやく合意に達した。
The two parties finally reached an agreement after long negotiations.
両者の利害が一致し、契約はスムーズに進んだ。
The interests of both parties aligned, and the contract proceeded smoothly.
両者の主張は大きく隔たっている
The assertions of both sides are widely separated.
両者はついに妥協案を受け入れた。
Both parties finally accepted the compromise plan.
両者の実力にはほとんど軒輊がない。
There is almost no difference in ability between the two.

Usage Notes

Refers to two people, things, or sides previously mentioned.

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