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二重
nijū
What does "二重" mean in English?
doubleこのドアには二重ロックがついています。
This door has a double lock.
How to use "二重" correctly: definitions and examples in English?
general
double; dual; twofold
二重の意味がある。
It has a double meaning.
二重の窓ガラス
double-pane glass
Often used to describe something that has two layers or aspects.
music
double (in music, e.g., double bass)
二重奏
duet
In musical contexts, it can refer to instruments or voices performing in pairs.
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Common Usage
二重 is often used to describe physical layers (e.g., double-pane windows) or abstract concepts (e.g., double meanings).
Gold Rule
Prefix Usage
When used as a prefix (二重の), it modifies nouns to indicate they have two layers or aspects.
Word Origin
Combination of 二 (two) and 重 (layer, fold).
Usage Notes
Can be used as a noun or as a prefix (二重の) to describe something with two layers or aspects.
Word Breakdown
二
two
root重
layer, fold
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