两头

liǎng tóu
both ends

他同时在两头忙。

He's busy at both ends.


general

Both ends or sides of something; both parties or aspects.

这条路两头都有出口。

This road has exits at both ends.

两头都要兼顾,很难。

It's hard to balance both sides.

Often used to describe situations involving two parties or aspects that need to be considered simultaneously.

Collocations

两头忙busy at both ends两头为难caught between two sides

Related Phrases

两头为难phrase
to be in a difficult position between two sides
两头忙phrase
to be busy at both ends

Pro Tip

Common Usage

This phrase is often used to describe situations where one must manage or consider two different parties or aspects.

Word Origin

Composed of '两' (two) and '头' (end/side), literally meaning 'two ends'.

Usage Notes

Commonly used to describe situations where two parties or aspects are involved, often implying a balancing act or dual responsibility.

Word Breakdown

two
root
+
end/side
root
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