軽重
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Meanings
1
weight; lightness and heaviness
Refers to the physical weight of something, often in a relative or comparative sense. Can be used in contexts like weighing options or measuring actual mass.
These two boxes differ in weight.
Weigh the heaviness of the luggage.
2
importance; gravity; relative significance
Used to describe the relative importance or seriousness of matters, issues, or decisions. Often appears in formal or written contexts.
Judge the importance of the issues.
The punishment is determined by the gravity of the crime.
Expressions
- 鼎の軽重を問うquestion someone's ability; challenge a ruler's competence