Definition
This fixed expression contrasts two sides of an issue, meaning 'on the other hand.' It's often used in tandem with 一方面 (yì fāngmiàn, 'on the one hand') to present balanced or opposing viewpoints. You place it at the start of a clause, and it signals a shift to an alternative perspective or an additional point that contrasts with what was just said.
f.e.
on the other handfrom another perspective
Examples
- ，另一方面，。Yì fāngmiàn tā xiǎng qù lǚxíng, lìng yī fāng miàn, tā yòu dānxīn fèiyòng tài gāo.On the one hand he wants to travel, on the other hand, he worries the costs are too high.
- ，另一方面，。Zhè jiā gōngsī de chǎnpǐn jiàgé hélǐ, lìng yī fāng miàn, zhìliàng yě hěn hǎo.This company's products are reasonably priced; on the other hand, the quality is also good.
- ，，另一方面，。Cóng yì fāngmiàn kàn, zhège zhèngcè yǒuzhù yú jīngjì fāzhǎn, lìng yī fāng miàn, yě kěnéng dài lái huánjìng wèntí.From one perspective, this policy helps economic development; on the other hand, it may bring environmental problems.
Grammar
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