1.
both arms
Both of one's arms. Used to emphasize that both arms are involved in an action.
2.
right-hand men, two trusted aides
Two people who serve as one's most trusted and capable assistants. A figurative extension from the literal meaning.
両腕 literally refers to both of a person's arms, emphasizing that both are involved in an action such as holding, spreading, or lifting. Figuratively, it can mean two trusted aides or right-hand men who support a leader, extending the image of 片腕 (one's right-hand man) to a pair.
Common collocations
- 両腕で抱える (to hold in both arms)
- 両腕を広げる (to spread both arms)
- 両腕を組む (to fold both arms)
- 両腕で抱きしめる (to embrace with both arms)