ふたつ
twoリンゴがふたつあります。
There are two apples.
formal
The Japanese word for the number two, used to count objects or people.
ふたつの選択肢があります。
There are two options.
Used for counting objects, people, or concepts. Often used in casual and formal contexts.
Related Phrases
Pro Tip
Counting Objects
Use 'ふたつ' to count pairs of objects, such as apples, books, or people.
Word Origin
Derived from the Sino-Japanese numeral '二' (に, ni) with the counter suffix 'つ' (tsu).
Usage Notes
Commonly used in everyday conversation to count pairs of items. Can be used in both formal and informal contexts.
Word Breakdown
ふた
two
rootつ
counter suffix
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