両軍
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Meanings
1
both armies; both forces
Refers to two opposing military forces or armies in a conflict.
Both armies fought fiercely.
2
both teams; both sides
Extended to sports, games, debates, or any competitive context with two opposing sides.
Players from both teams shook hands.
Usage patterns
- 両軍が対戦するfor both teams/forces to face off against each other
Both teams will face off in the final match.
- 両軍が激突するfor both armies/forces to clash
Both armies clashed near the border.
- 両軍の選手players from both teams
Players from both teams shook hands.
- 両軍とも〈形容詞〉both sides equally being (some quality)
Both sides were evenly matched in ability.