Por un lado
Example: Por un lado me gusta el parque, pero hace frío hoy.
Definition
"Por un lado" is a Spanish phrase used to introduce one aspect or point of view in a discussion, often implying that there is another contrasting or complementary aspect to consider. For example, it can mean 'on one hand' when weighing options or opinions.
Etymology
The phrase "por un lado" literally translates to 'by one side' in English. It comes from the Spanish preposition 'por' meaning 'by' or 'for,' combined with 'un lado,' meaning 'one side.' This expression has been used in Spanish to present different sides or perspectives, similar to the English phrase 'on one hand.'
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"Por un lado" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - Modismos y refranes - (A2) - parte 1", containing 106 commonly used expressions.
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