No. 4,127 in German
andererseits
"On the other hand."
In a sentence
Einerseits mag ich Schokolade, andererseits versuche ich, weniger Süßigkeiten zu essen.
On one hand, I like chocolate; on the other hand, I'm trying to eat fewer sweets.
The word 'andererseits' is used as a conjunction to contrast two opposing ideas.
Die neue Arbeit ist spannend; andererseits vermisse ich meine alte Stelle.
The new job is exciting; on the other hand, I miss my old position.
Here, 'andererseits' introduces a contrasting perspective to the initial statement, emphasizing a balance between positive and negative aspects.
Manchmal macht Alleinsein Spaß, andererseits kann es auch einsam sein.
Sometimes being alone is fun; on the other hand, it can also be lonely.
In this sentence, 'andererseits' signals a reflection on a different aspect or perspective.
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