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一方
ippou
Description
「一方」は、二つのうちの片方を指したり、二つのことをくらべる時に使います。
"一方" refers to one of two things or is used when comparing two things.
文の中で「〜する一方で」と言うと、同時に別のことが起きているようすを表します。
In a sentence, "〜する一方で" expresses that another thing is happening at the same time.
Meanings
一方ippou
one side; one of two things
道の一方に木が並んでいます。
Trees line one side of the road.
一方ippou
on the other hand; meanwhile
兄は元気だ。一方、弟は静かだ。
My older brother is energetic; on the other hand, my younger brother is quiet.
一方ippou
while; on one side (also does another)
彼は働く一方で、勉強も続けている。
He works while also continuing to study.
Related words
Notes
- Etymology
一 (one) + 方 (side/direction), literally 'one side'.
- Nuance
as a connector it contrasts two situations, similar to 'on the other hand'.
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