No. 837 in Hebrew
מנגד
Opposite, across, or facing.
In a sentence
ההצעות שלי התקבלו בהתלהבות, אבל מנגד, היו גם כמה מתנגדים.
My suggestions were enthusiastically accepted, but on the other hand, there were also some opponents.
'מנגד' is used here to indicate a contrast or an opposing view to the preceding statement.
ההר חסם את דרכנו מצד אחד, ומנגד השמש שקעה מעל האופק.
The mountain blocked our way on one side, and on the other hand, the sun was setting beyond the horizon.
'מנגד' is used here to describe an opposing or contrasting physical position.
השחקן הבקיע גול מצוין, אך מנגד, הוא ביצע כמה טעויות במגרש.
The player scored an excellent goal, but on the other hand, he made several mistakes on the field.
'מנגד' is employed to show a contrasting or adverse outcome regarding the positive aspect just mentioned.
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