duo

B1 · Intermediate Countable noun

n. two people who are often seen together or work as a team.

n. any two people associated with each other or involved in a joint activity.

日本語:コンビ※

“The dynamic duo finished the project three days before the deadline.”

“The investigative duo uncovered a series of financial discrepancies that had gone unnoticed by the auditors for several years.”

C1 · Advanced Countable noun Music Formal

n. a piece of music written for two people to play or sing.

n. a musical composition intended for two performers; a duet.

日本語:デュオ※

“The pianist and the violinist performed a beautiful duo during the recital.”

“The composer’s final work was a complex duo for cello and piano, noted for its intricate interplay between the two instruments.”

C2 · Proficiency Countable noun Cooking Technical

n. a simple drink made by mixing one strong alcohol with a sweet liqueur.

n. a category of cocktail consisting of a base spirit and a liqueur, served without additional mixers.

“A Black Russian is a classic duo made of vodka and coffee liqueur.”

“The bartender explained that a duo differs from a trio because it lacks the cream or dairy component found in drinks like the White Russian.”