共有

• Reading: きょうゆう
• Romaji: kyouyuu
• Kanji breakdown: 共 (kyō) — together, mutual; 有 (yū) — have, possess, exist
• Pronunciation: /kjoː.jɯː/

Meaning

Sharing; joint ownership; co-ownership. Possessing or using something together with others.

A suru-verb extremely common in both traditional and modern contexts. Originally referred to joint property ownership, but now widely used for sharing digital files, information, viewpoints, and experiences. Essential IT vocabulary — ファイルを共有する (share a file) is ubiquitous in office settings.

Examples

1. このフォルダをチーム全員で共有してください。 Please share this folder with the entire team.
2. 情報を共有することで作業効率が上がる。 Sharing information improves work efficiency.
3. 夫婦で価値観を共有することは大切だ。 It's important for couples to share the same values.

Usage Guide

Context: technology, business, relationships

Tone: neutral

Origin & History

Compound of 共 (together, mutual) + 有 (have, possess). Literally 'to have together,' describing mutual possession or access to something.

Cultural Context

Era: Modern

Generation: All ages

Social background: Universal