one side; one aspect; simultaneously
Meanings
4 senses · 13 examplesnoun
one side (of an object); surface
Refers to a physical side or face of an object, often implying a contrast between two sides (e.g., smooth vs. rough).
The satin is shiny on one side and fuzzy on the other.
Only one small window was opened on the north-facing side of this house.
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One side of this wooden board is very smooth.
noun
one aspect; one side (of an issue)
Used abstractly to refer to a particular perspective or facet of a matter, often in contrast to other aspects.
This is only one side of the problem.
We cannot just listen to one-sided statements.
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He is now able to take charge of one area independently at work.
adverb
at the same time; simultaneously; while
Used to connect two actions happening concurrently. Can be used alone (single) or in a pair (一面...一面...).
They walked while talking.
She likes to listen to music while working.
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Mom watches TV while cooking.
While speaking, he looked out the window.
verb
to have met once (literary)
literaryUsed in classical or formal written Chinese, often in set phrases describing brief acquaintances.
I have only had the fate of meeting the gentleman once.
We have never met.
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He and I simply met by chance; we are merely nodding acquaintances.