Japanese

そうほう
Meaning: both sides; both parties
Part of Speech: Noun

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Handwriting

双
方

Example sentences

It is necessary to listen to the opinions of both sides.
双方の言い分を公平に聞く必要がある。
There is a need to listen to both sides' claims fairly.
長い議論の末に、ようやく双方が納得できる妥協点が見つかった。
After a long discussion, they finally found a compromise point that both sides could agree on.
双方の意見がようやく折合った。
The opinions of both sides finally reached a compromise.
双方にとって両得となる解決策を見つけましょう。
Let's find a solution that will be a win-win for both parties.
双方の意見を斟酌折衷し、妥協案を提示した。
I balanced the opinions of both sides and proposed a compromise.

Usage Notes

Refers to both parties involved in a situation, often used in formal or objective contexts.

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