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“compatibility” in Japanese

Japanese

Also適合 (tekigō)

Pronunciation

Romajiryōritsu

Example

仕事と家庭の両立が大切です。shi goto to ka tei no ryō ritsu ga tai setsu de su

Balancing work and family is important.

Illustration for 両立 (compatibility)

How to say “compatibility” in Japanese

“Compatibility” in Japanese is 両立 (ryōritsu).

Describes two different demands, roles, or conditions remaining possible together rather than forcing a choice between them.

Full entry for 両立: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 両立

趣味と勉強の両立を目指しています。shu mi to ben kyō no ryō ritsu o me za shi te i ma su

I am aiming to balance my hobbies and my studies.

Tips for using 両立

  • The noun 両立 (ryōritsu) often appears in formal patterns such as 両立が難しい (ryōritsu ga muzukashii) and 両立を目指す (ryōritsu o mezasu), which describe practical challenges and goals.

Other Japanese words for “compatibility”

2

適合

tekigō

nouncompatibility

この部品は機械に適合します。ko no bu hin wa ki kai ni teki gō shi ma su

This part is compatible with the machine.

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