双 (shuāng) - double & twin

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shuāng ｜ 4 strokes ｜ radical: 又

树檀

双 · shuāng

double;

twin;

pair;

both;

dual;

even (number);

measure word for pairs

doubletwinpair

Usage highlights

double happinesstwinsboth sidesdouble beddouble eyeliddouble standard

Synonyms

  • 对— pair; couple
  • 俩— both; two
  • 二— two

Antonyms

  • 单— single; alone
  • 独— solitary; single

Usage & contexts

Examples

  • I bought a pair of shoes (一双鞋).
  • They are twins (双胞胎).
  • This is a double bed (双人床).
  • The event achieved dual success (取得双赢).

Collocations

  • double happiness(双喜)
  • twins(双胞胎)
  • both sides(双方)
  • double bed(双人床)
  • double eyelid(双眼皮)
  • double standard(双重标准)

Idioms

  • Double happiness arrives at the door(双喜临门)
  • Possessing both talent and beauty(才貌双全)
  • A pair of flying swallows(双宿双飞)
  • Name known in both literary and military circles(文武双全)

Cultural background

FAQ
  • Represents harmony, completeness, and good fortune in Chinese culture, especially in marriage contexts.
  • The character 双喜 (double happiness) is a common symbol in weddings and celebrations.
  • Considered an auspicious character in names, symbolizing partnership and balance.

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