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Exploring Japanese Contrast Phrases: 一方で (Ippōde) and Cousins
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Exploring Japanese Contrast Phrases: 一方で (Ippōde) and Cousins

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彼は勉強していますが、______ 彼の体調は悪くなっています。

一方で

彼女は元気そうです。______ 彼は疲れているようです。

一方には

彼はお金持ちですが、______ 彼はとても気さくです。

逆に

今日は雨が降っています。______ 明日は晴れる予定です。

<p>反対に</p> Signup and view all the answers

私は肉を食べません。______ チーズをたくさん食べます。

<p>しかし</p> Signup and view all the answers

日本語を勉強しています。______ まだ上手ではありません。

<p>ただし</p> Signup and view all the answers

彼は勉強していますが、一方には彼の体調は悪くなっていません。 (Kare wa benkyōshiteimasu ga, ippōniwa kare no taijō wa waruku natte imasen.) He studies a lot, but _______ his health is not deteriorating.

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彼は勉強していますが、反対に彼の体調は良くありません。 (Kare wa benkyōshiteimasu ga, hantai ni kare no taijō wa yoku arimasen.) He studies a lot, but ______, his health is poor.

<p>contrarily</p> Signup and view all the answers

彼は勉強していますが、相反して彼の体調は悪くなっています。 (Kare wa benkyōshiteimasu ga, aikanshite kare no taijō wa waruku natte imasu.) He studies a lot, but contrary to expectation, his health is deteriorating.

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彼は勉強していますが、逆に彼の体調は良くありません。 (Kare wa benkyōshiteimasu ga, sakanin kare no taijō wa yoku arimasen.) He studies a lot, but ______, his health is poor.

<p>conversely</p> Signup and view all the answers

彼は勉強していますが、しかし彼の体調は悪くなっています。 (Kare wa benkyōshiteimasu ga, shikashi kare no taijō wa waruku natte imasu.) He studies a lot, but _______ his health is deteriorating.

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彼は勉強していますが、ただし彼の体調は悪くなっています。 (Kare wa benkyōshiteimasu ga, tatashi kare no taijō wa waruku natte imasu.) He studies a lot, but ______, his health is deteriorating.

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Study Notes

Exploring the Japanese Phrase 「一方で」 (Ippōde) and Its Usage in Contrast

In Japanese, the phrase 「一方で」 (ippōde) is a powerful tool for expressing contrast and nuance in a conversation. This article will delve into the many facets of this expression and its close cousins: 「一方には」 (ippōniwa), 「反対に」 (hantai ni), 「相反して」 (aikanshite), 「逆に」 (sakanin), 「しかし」 (shikashi), and 「ただし」 (tatashi).

「一方で」 (Ippōde)

The phrase 「一方で」 (ippōde) literally translates to "on the other hand" and is used to highlight a difference or contrast between two ideas or perspectives. It is often used to present a second thought, a counterargument, or an opposing viewpoint.

For example:

  • 彼は勉強していますが、一方で彼の体調は悪くなっています。 (Kare wa benkyōshiteimasu ga, ippōde kare no taijō wa waruku natte imasu.) He studies a lot, but on the other hand, his health is deteriorating.

「一方には」 (Ippōniwa)

The phrase 「一方には」 (ippōniwa) also means "on the other hand" but in a more specific context. It signifies that only one side of the comparison is true, while the other side is false or unimportant.

For example:

  • 彼は勉強していますが、一方には彼の体調は悪くなっていません。 (Kare wa benkyōshiteimasu ga, ippōniwa kare no taijō wa waruku natte imasen.) He studies a lot, but on the other side, his health is not deteriorating.

「反対に」 (Hantai ni)

The phrase 「反対に」 (hantai ni) translates to "contrarily" and indicates a complete contrast between two subjects.

For example:

  • 彼は勉強していますが、反対に彼の体調は良くありません。 (Kare wa benkyōshiteimasu ga, hantai ni kare no taijō wa yoku arimasen.) He studies a lot, but contrarily, his health is poor.

「相反して」 (Aikanshite)

The phrase 「相反して」 (aikanshite) also means "contrarily" and is often used to emphasize a contrast that is not directly stated.

For example:

  • 彼は勉強していますが、相反して彼の体調は悪くなっています。 (Kare wa benkyōshiteimasu ga, aikanshite kare no taijō wa waruku natte imasu.) He studies a lot, but contrary to expectation, his health is deteriorating.

「逆に」 (Sakanin)

The phrase 「逆に」 (sakanin) is also used to introduce a contrast and means "conversely."

For example:

  • 彼は勉強していますが、逆に彼の体調は良くありません。 (Kare wa benkyōshiteimasu ga, sakanin kare no taijō wa yoku arimasen.) He studies a lot, but conversely, his health is poor.

「しかし」 (Shikashi)

The phrase 「しかし」 (shikashi) is often translated as "however" in English and is used to introduce a contrast after presenting an initial idea.

For example:

  • 彼は勉強していますが、しかし彼の体調は悪くなっています。 (Kare wa benkyōshiteimasu ga, shikashi kare no taijō wa waruku natte imasu.) He studies a lot, but however, his health is deteriorating.

「ただし」 (Tatashi)

The phrase 「ただし」 (tatashi) is also used to introduce a contrast after presenting an initial idea. It is a less formal version of 「しかし」 (shikashi).

For example:

  • 彼は勉強していますが、ただし彼の体調は悪くなっています。 (Kare wa benkyōshiteimasu ga, tatashi kare no taijō wa waruku natte imasu.) He studies a lot, but nevertheless, his health is deteriorating.

In summary, each of these phrases is used to express contrast in Japanese, highlighting differences or offering alternative perspectives. Practicing the use of these phrases will help you communicate more effectively in Japanese and become more familiar with nuances of Japanese grammar.

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Dive into the use of the Japanese phrase 「一方で」 (Ippōde) and its relatives like 「一方には」 (Ippōniwa), 「反対に」 (Hantai ni), 「相反して」 (Aikanshite), 「逆に」 (Sakanin), 「しかし」 (Shikashi), and 「ただし」 (Tatashi) to express contrast in conversations effectively.

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