Meaning

Primary

Double

Alternative

Dual

Word Type

noun, の adjective

Explanation

When you have two heavy things, you have double and dual the heavy (compared to one, at least).

This word is a prefix attached to other words to show that it is "double." 二重 kanji time!

Reading

にじゅう
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word, which usually means on'yomi readings from the kanji. If you know the readings of your kanji you'll know how to read this as well.

Context

Pattern of Use

Common Word Combinations

  • 二重につつむ

    to double wrap something

    二重にラップする

    to double wrap

    二重にまく

    to double roll

Context Sentences

分からない文字の下に、二重のラインを引いて下さい。

Please draw a double line under characters you're not sure about.

この魚はニオイが強いので、ラップを二重にしておきますね。

This fish has a strong smell, so I'll double wrap it.

これは、二重アゴをなくすためのエクササイズです。

This is an exercise to get rid of double chins.

Kanji Composition