GRAMMAR DETAIL
〜反面
Shows that something has an opposing aspect alongside the quality already mentioned.
Examples
この仕事は自由な反面、責任も重い。
This job offers freedom, but on the other hand, it carries a lot of responsibility.
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この薬は効き目が早い反面、副作用もある。
This medicine works quickly, but on the other hand, it also has side effects.
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都会は便利な反面、家賃が高い。
The city is convenient, but on the other hand, rent is expensive.
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Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
反面（はんめん）introduces a contrasting aspect of the same thing alongside a quality already mentioned. - Basic usage:
この仕事は自由な反面、責任も重い。presents freedom and heavy responsibility as coexisting aspects of the job.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Connecting descriptions
- A na-adjective connects with
な, as in自由な反面, while an i-adjective keeps its dictionary form, as in高い反面. A verbal clause can also express the first aspect, as inよく売れる反面.
- A na-adjective connects with