ADVERB
zum einenfor one thing; on the one hand
zum einen is a German adverb that means for one thing or on the one hand.
Definitions
1.used to introduce the first of several arguments, reasons, or aspects, often followed by 'zum anderen' for the counterpart(enumeration; transition)
a.introducing the first point in an argument or explanation
Zum einen ist das Wetter schlecht, zum anderen haben wir keine Zeit.—For one thing, the weather is bad, and on the other hand, we have no time.
b.presenting one side or aspect before contrasting with another
Zum einen will er mehr Freizeit, zum anderen möchte er Karriere machen.—On the one hand, he wants more free time, but on the other, he wants to pursue a career.
Frequently asked questions
- What does "zum einen" mean in English?
- "zum einen" means for one thing or on the one hand. It is a German adverb.
- What part of speech is "zum einen"?
- "zum einen" is a adverb in German.
