ADVERB

einerseits/ˈaɪ̯nɐzaɪ̯t͡s/on the one hand

einerseits is a German adverb that means on the one hand. It is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯nɐzaɪ̯t͡s/.

Definitions

1.used to introduce one aspect of a situation, typically followed by 'andererseits' for the opposite aspect(linking contrast)

a.to present one side of a contrast

Einerseits möchte ich im Ausland studieren, andererseits will ich meine Familie nicht verlassen.On the one hand, I want to study abroad; on the other hand, I don't want to leave my family.

Frequently asked questions

What does "einerseits" mean in English?
"einerseits" means on the one hand. It is a German adverb.
How do you pronounce "einerseits"?
"einerseits" is pronounced /ˈaɪ̯nɐzaɪ̯t͡s/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
What part of speech is "einerseits"?
"einerseits" is a adverb in German.

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