N2
かたわら (katawara)
傍ら
(1) beside, at the side (of); (2) while, at the same time as, in addition to (doing something else)
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Used as a noun meaning "side" or "beside," or as a conjunctive particle meaning "while" or "concurrently with," indicating two actions occurring simultaneously or one as a side activity.
📝 Example Sentences
彼は本業の傍ら、小説家としても活動している。
While working at his main job, he is also active as a novelist.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "傍ら"!
彼女は会社員の_______、週末はボランティア活動をしている。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 本業と並行して別の活動をする際に「～の傍ら」を使います。
English: 'Katatwara' is used when doing another activity concurrently with one's main job.
English: 'Katatwara' is used when doing another activity concurrently with one's main job.
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