noun
conjugal harmony; marital concord
Refers to a peaceful, harmonious relationship between husband and wife. Often used in contexts of family life or traditional values.
夫婦の和が家庭の幸せの基本です。
Conjugal harmony is the foundation of a happy home.
彼らはいつも夫婦の和を大切にしている。
They always value harmony between husband and wife.
Compound of 夫婦 (husband and wife) + の (possessive particle) + 和 (harmony, peace). The exact historical derivation is uncertain, but the phrase follows a classical Chinese-influenced pattern for expressing relational harmony.