godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
Describes two or more forces, weights, or influences that offset each other, resulting in equilibrium. Often used in financial or abstract contexts.
需要と供給が持ち合って価格が安定した。
Supply and demand balanced out, and prices stabilized.
godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
remain unchanged; stay the same
Indicates that a state or condition continues without change, often despite external factors. Less common than sense 1.
株価はしばらく持ち合った後、急落した。
The stock price remained unchanged for a while, then plummeted.
godan verb (-u), intransitive verb
share expenses; bear part of the cost
Used when multiple parties split a cost or burden, such as a bill or responsibility. Often appears as 費用を持ち合う.
旅行の費用はみんなで持ち合おう。
Let's share the travel expenses among everyone.