JMdict: 1440150
天秤にかける 【てんびんにかける】
- [exp,v1] to compare and contrast (two alternatives); to weigh the relative merits (of two options); to weigh (one's options)
- [exp,v1] to try to have it both ways
- [exp,v1] to weigh something on scales
Kanji in this word:
Kanji | Meanings | On Readings | Kun Readings |
---|---|---|---|
天 | Heavens, Sky, Imperial | テン | あまつ, あめ, あま- |
秤 | Balances, Scales, Steelyard | ショウ, ヒン, ビン | はかり |