Japanese
反面
Common word
Definitions
01conjunction · particle
02conjunction
(but) on the other hand; at the same time; then again; and yet
03noun
rare term
opposite side; other side; reverse
Examples
彼の顔は怖そうに見える反面、声は優しくおだやかだった。
In contrast to his frightening looks, his voice was kind and calm.
Tatoeba #75795その仕事は十分にお金になるが、その反面１日に12時間働かなくてはならない。
The job pays well, but on the other hand I have to work twelve hours a day.
Tatoeba #210359昨年は輸出が好調の反面、輸入が落ち着いていたので貿易収支は改善した。
The nation's trade balance improved last year as exports were strong, while imports remained steady.
Tatoeba #169778Source
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