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等位 (とうい) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Kanji 等 etc., and so forth, class (first) Related words 同どう 位い 同位 also means 'same rank' or 'same position', but is more common in scientific or mathematical contexts (e.g., isotopes, same digit place). 等位 is broader for general ranking or grading.
同どう 格かく 同格 emphasizes equal status or qualification, often in grammar (apposition) or social standing. 等位 is more about rank or grade in a hierarchy.
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These two awards are considered to be of equal standing.
Word family Etymology Compound of 等 (equal) and 位 (rank, grade). The reading is on'yomi for both characters.
