1.
one side, one party
One of two sides or parties.
2.
on the other hand, while, meanwhile
Used to contrast two things or indicate simultaneous actions.
3.
only, keep ~ing
Used after verb dictionary form to indicate continuous action in one direction.
一方 has multiple uses as noun, conjunction, and in grammar patterns.
AS NOUN:
- 一方の (one side's)
- 一方だけ (only one side)
AS CONJUNCTION:
- 一方で (on the other hand, while)
- Connects contrasting or simultaneous facts
GRAMMAR PATTERN:
- Verb dictionary form + 一方だ
- Indicates continuous change in one direction
- Example: 増える一方だ (keeps increasing)
Related Words
Related:
両方 (both sides)