Translation guide
In Japanese, the concept of an even number is most commonly expressed with the noun 偶数 (ぐうすう). This is the standard mathematical term. There are also related expressions for describing parity and checking if a number is even.
even number
Referring to an integer divisible by two, in everyday or mathematical contexts.
The standard noun meaning 'even number'. Used in all contexts from casual to formal.
2, 4, and 6 are even numbers.
Please print on even-numbered pages.
Stating that a specific number is even, often in conversation.
Asking whether a number is even or expressing that it is not odd.
Contrasting even and odd numbers.
The pair 'even and odd numbers'. 奇数 (きすう) means odd number.
Please teach me how to distinguish even and odd numbers.
Modifying a noun to indicate something is even-numbered, like a page or a day.
Using 偶数 as a noun modifier with の. Common for 'even-numbered (something)'.
Even-numbered days are garbage days.
Please sit in an even-numbered seat.