English–Japanese

“one of two” in Japanese

Japanese

Pronunciation

Romajiippō

Example

二つの箱の一方は空です。futa tsu no bako no ip pō wa kara de su

One of the two boxes is empty.

Illustration for 一方 (one of two)

How to say “one of two” in Japanese

“One of two” in Japanese is 一方 (ippō).

It selects one side or member from two possible sides or members.

Full entry for 一方: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with 一方

二つの道のうち、一方を選びます。futa tsu no michi no u chi ip pō o era bi ma su

I choose one of the two roads.

Tips for using 一方

  • When the two items are already clear from the conversation, 一方 (ippō) lets speakers refer to one of them without repeating its name.

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