How to say "duo" in Japanese

• デュオCommon
  nounThe direct equivalent of 'duo', typically for a musical or performance duo of two people. Use this when talking about a singing or instrumental pair as an act, e.g. a jazz duo.
• コンビCommon
  nounCovers 'pair; duo' in the sense of two people who work or perform well together, such as a comedy or detective duo; it stresses their combination as a team rather than the act itself.

Both words can mean a two-person act or pairing; 「デュオ」 is the direct loanword for a musical duo, while 「コンビ」 emphasizes two people working well together as a team.

Usage comparisons are AI-assisted and cross-checked by multiple models; for study reference only

• デュオduo
• コンビcombination
• 二人組ふたりぐみtwosome
• 鐸たくduo (ancient Chinese bell with a clapper and a long handle)