synonym Comparative
側面
VS
他方
Differences Between "側面" and "他方"
Option A
側面
Meaning
side, aspect, flank
Reading
そくめん (sokumen)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
その計画には、いくつかの重要な側面がある。
That plan has several important aspects.
Option B
他方
Meaning
on the other hand; meanwhile; another side
Reading
たほう (tahō)
Syllabus Level
N2
Practical Example
彼は理論に強い。他方、実践は苦手だ。
He is strong in theory. On the other hand, he is not good at practical application.
Which one to use?
Select the correct Japanese word for this context
Which word fits this context: "(side, aspect, flank)"?
🎉 正解 / Correct!
使い分け解説:
- 側面: Refers to a particular aspect or facet of something, especially when discussing a complex issue from different angles. Can also mean the literal 'side' of an object.
- 他方: Used to introduce a contrasting or different aspect, similar to "on the other hand" or "meanwhile" in English. Often used in formal writing or speeches. (ある事柄とは対照的な別の側面や状況を導入する際に使われます。)
- 側面: Refers to a particular aspect or facet of something, especially when discussing a complex issue from different angles. Can also mean the literal 'side' of an object.
- 他方: Used to introduce a contrasting or different aspect, similar to "on the other hand" or "meanwhile" in English. Often used in formal writing or speeches. (ある事柄とは対照的な別の側面や状況を導入する際に使われます。)
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