Meaning of the word "it takes two to tango" in English

What does "it takes two to tango" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

it takes two to tango

US /ɪt teɪks tuː tuː ˈtæŋ.ɡoʊ/
UK /ɪt teɪks tuː tuː ˈtæŋ.ɡəʊ/
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Idiom

used to say that if two people are involved in a bad situation or argument, both are responsible

Example:
She blames him for the breakup, but it takes two to tango.
Don't just punish my son; it takes two to tango and the other boy started it.