Japanese · Numbers & Time
二
ni
Two
Beginnernumeral
Definition
The number two. Used in counting and as part of compound numbers.
Example
二人の子どもがいます。
There are two children.
Etymology
'二' (ni) is another character derived from ancient Chinese numerals, symbolizing quantity, which has been in use for centuries.
How & Where It’s Used
'二' is utilized in counting, numbering, and expressions in both spoken and written Japanese, prevalent across all contexts.