Meaning

Primary

Symmetry

Alternative

Balance

Word Type

noun

Explanation

Things are equal in how they're arranged. They have perfect symmetry and balance.

Reading

きんせい
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

彼女はとても均整のとれた体形をしている。

She has a very well proportioned body.

均整のとれた美しい建築に思わずためいきが出た。

I couldn't help but sigh at the beautifully balanced and symmetrical architecture.

ジャニーズのアイドルって、均整のとれた王子様っぽい子が多いよね。

Johnny's idols often have a prince-like, well-balanced appearance, don't they?

ショパンのポロネーズ第11番ト短調って、7才の時に作曲した作品なのに実に均整がとれている作品ですよね。

Chopin's Polonaise No. 11 in G minor, even though it was composed when he was seven years old, is truly a well-balanced piece, isn't it?

Kanji Composition