イコール
Meanings
1
Used as a na-adjective to describe things that are the same in value, meaning, or effect.
These two opinions are not equal.
His proposal is equivalent to a refusal.
2
equals sign; equality sign
Mathematical term for the '=' symbol. The native term 等号 is also common.
See also: 等号
In a mathematical expression, the left and right sides of the equals sign are equal.
3
equals; is equal to
Used in the pattern 'A イコール B' to state that A equals B, often in explanatory or comparative contexts.
In this case, effort does not necessarily equal success.
Usage patterns
- 〈事〉イコール〈事〉A equals/is the same as B
Effort doesn't necessarily equal success.
- 〈事〉と〈事〉はイコールではないX and Y are not the same thing
Freedom and irresponsibility are not the same thing.