N3
いっぽう (ippou)
一方
on the other hand; meanwhile; one side
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Used to contrast two situations or to describe two things happening simultaneously. Often seen in the pattern 「Aである一方、Bでもある」 or 「Aする一方、Bする」.
📝 Example Sentences
この薬は効果が高い一方、副作用もある。
This medicine is highly effective; on the other hand, it also has side effects.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "一方"!
彼は優しい_______、頑固な一面もある。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 「優しい」という肯定的な面と「頑固」という別の面を対比させているため、「一方で」が適切です。
English: Since it contrasts the positive aspect 'kind' with another aspect 'stubborn,' 'ippou de' (on the other hand) is appropriate.
English: Since it contrasts the positive aspect 'kind' with another aspect 'stubborn,' 'ippou de' (on the other hand) is appropriate.
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