Definitions
- 1. one side
- 2. either side
- 3. on the one hand
- 4. on the other hand
- 5. doing while
Word relationships
Related words
2 itemsSynonyms
1 itemUsage notes
Collocations
Used in 一边...一边... to indicate two simultaneous actions; the verbs usually share the same subject.
Common mistakes
一边 must be paired with 一边 in the structure 一边...一边...; never use 一边 with another word like 同时 in the same construction.
Example Sentences
3 shown他 一边 唱歌， 一边 跳舞。
He sings while dancing.
他 一边 听音乐， 一边 写作业。
He does homework while listening to music.
他 一边 吃饭 一边 看电视，同时还要接电话。
He eats while watching TV, and at the same time has to answer the phone.
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