両氏
Meanings
1
both persons; both gentlemen
Formal term used in news reports, official statements, or respectful contexts to refer to two people, typically men or people of status. Often used with surnames or titles.
The two gentlemen reached an agreement at the meeting.
Both Mr. Tanaka and Mr. Sato attended.
Usage patterns
- 〈人〉・〈人〉両氏both Mr./Ms. X and Y (news style)
Mr. Yamada and Mr. Suzuki held talks.
- 両氏は〈事〉で一致するboth men agree on (something)
The two men agreed on economic policy.
- 両氏が会談するthe two hold talks/discussions
The two men are scheduled to hold talks next week.