Example: D'une part, elle veut réussir sa carrière; d'autre part, elle valorise sa vie familiale.
Definition
"D'une part... d'autre part" is a French phrase used to introduce two contrasting or complementary points of view or arguments. It is often employed to present a balanced discussion or to show opposing considerations, as in "D'une part, she wants to succeed in her career; d'autre part, she values her family life."
Translations
On the one hand... on the other
Por una parte... por otra
Enerzijds... anderzijds
D'una banda... de l'altra
Einerseits... andererseits
Etymology
The phrase "D'une part... d'autre part" literally means "on one part... on another part" in French. It originates from the use of 'part' meaning 'part' or 'side,' combined with directional adverbs 'd'une' (of one) and 'd'autre' (of another). It evolved as a way to clearly separate and contrast two aspects or opinions in discourse.
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On the one hand... on the other