noun, noun or participle which takes 'suru', intransitive verb
evenly matched; on a par; well contested
Describes a close contest or comparable ability, often in sports, competition, or skill comparisons. Used as a noun or with する to mean 'to be evenly matched'.
両チームの実力は伯仲している。
The two teams are evenly matched in ability.
今回の選挙は伯仲の戦
This election looks like it will be a closely contested battle.
noun
eldest and second eldest brother; older and younger brother
Archaic original meaning referring to brothers, specifically the eldest and second eldest, or more broadly older and younger brothers. Not used in modern Japanese outside historical or literary contexts.
古典では「伯仲」が兄弟を指すことがある。
In classical texts, 伯仲 can refer to brothers.