Definition
反过来说 is a fixed conjunction meaning 'on the other hand' or 'conversely'. It introduces a contrasting or alternative perspective to what was just stated, often in argumentation or balanced discussion. You typically place it at the start of a clause, followed by a comma.
conjunction
on the other handconverselyfrom the opposite perspective
Examples
- ，反过来说，。Zhèyàng zuò hǎochù hěn duō, dàn fǎn guò lái shuō, yě yǒu bù shǎo fēngxiǎn.This approach has many benefits, but on the other hand, there are also quite a few risks.
- ，反过来说，。Duǎnqī lái kàn chéngběn hěn gāo, fǎn guò lái shuō, chángqī shōuyì huì gèng dà.In the short term the cost is high; conversely, the long-term returns will be greater.
- ，反过来说，。Yǒu rén zhīchí zhège jìhuà, fǎn guò lái shuō, fǎnduì de shēngyīn yě bù shǎo.Some people support this plan; on the other hand, there are also many voices against it.
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