偶数
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Base noun form. Refers to numbers divisible by 2, such as 2, 4, 6. Used in mathematics and everyday counting contexts. Example: 『偶数は二で割り切れる』 (gūsu wa ni de warikireru, 'Even numbers are divisible by two').
Theme
Two friends, Ken and User, are studying math together at a café, discussing number patterns for a school project.
偶数
ぐうすう
even number
Numbers & CountingNumbers (1–兆)
Memory Hook
Imagine an 'even' number like 2, 4, 6... it's so 'even' it sounds like 'gūsu' (偶数). Think: 'Goose numbers are even!' Goose → 偶数 (gūsu, 'even number').
Cultural Note
In Japan, even numbers are often considered lucky or auspicious, especially in pairs like 『二』 (ni, 'two') for harmony. For example, gifts are often given in even numbers during celebrations.
Forms
Base: 偶数Base noun form. Refers to numbers divisible by 2, such as 2, 4, 6. Used in mathematics and everyday counting contexts. Example: 『偶数は二で割り切れる』 (gūsu wa ni de warikireru, 'Even numbers are divisible by two').