This phrase means 'on the other hand' or 'meanwhile'. You use it to show a different fact that happens at the same time.
Sentence + 。その一方で、 + SentencePrimary
This phrase means 'on the other hand' or 'meanwhile'. You use it to show a different fact that happens at the same time.
会社の売上は順調に伸びている。その一方で、利益率は年々低下している。
The company's sales are growing steadily. On the other hand, the profit margin has been decreasing year by year.
新しいシステムは多くの利便性をもたらした。その一方で、新たなセキュリティ上の課題も生み出した。
The new system brought a lot of convenience. On the other hand, it also created new security challenges.
彼は仕事の能力は非常に高いです。その一方で、チームでの協調性にはあまり関心がないようです。
His work ability is extremely high. On the other hand, he doesn't seem to have much interest in teamwork.
都市開発によって街は近代化した。その一方で、古くからの美しい街並みは失われてしまった。
The city was modernized through urban development. On the other hand, the beautiful old townscape has been lost.
彼は厳しいトレーニングを続けています。その一方で、十分な休息も取らないため、怪我が心配されています。
He continues to do rigorous training. On the other hand, because he doesn't get enough rest, there are concerns about him getting injured.
Imagine `その` is like a spotlight. It shines on the idea you just talked about. Then `一方で` shows a different idea. This makes the two ideas feel very connected.
This is different from 〜反面 (hanmen). 〜反面 talks about two sides of one thing. その一方で can talk about two different things. It is also more formal than 〜一方で.
Use this when you want to show two different ideas. These ideas happen at the same time. They are both true. You are not saying one is better. You are just showing both sides.
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