平衡
Meanings
1
Refers to a state of physical, chemical, biological, or abstract balance where opposing forces or elements are in stable proportion. Common in scientific and formal writing.
When the balance of the ecosystem is disrupted, various problems arise.
The chemical reaction reached equilibrium.
Usage patterns
- 〈物〉の平衡を保つto maintain the balance/equilibrium of something
This device helps maintain the body's balance.
- 平衡を崩すto lose one's balance/equilibrium
I was suddenly pushed, lost my balance, and fell.
- 平衡状態に達するto reach a state of equilibrium
The reaction eventually reached a state of equilibrium.