あいこ
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い
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Meanings
1
usually written using kana alone
Used in games or contests when the result is a tie; common in rock-paper-scissors.
It was a draw in rock-paper-scissors.
The match ended in a tie.
2
usually written using kana alone
Used when two parties are even after settling a debt, score, or exchange; often in the phrase あいこにする.
Now we're even on debts.
You treated me, so next time I'll treat you and we'll call it even.
Usage patterns
- あいこになるfor a game or contest to end in a tie
We tied three times at rock-paper-scissors.
- あいこにするto settle something as even or call it a draw
Let's just call this match a tie.
- あいこでしょchant said to redo rock-paper-scissors after a tie
We said "aiko de sho!" and played rock-paper-scissors again.