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かたわら
Noun + のかたわらVerb (ます-form) + かたわら
Meanings
- besides
- in addition to
- while doing one thing
- on the side
About this pattern
Explanation
かたわら expresses doing one activity in addition to or alongside another main activity. It highlights that the secondary activity is done simultaneously or in parallel with the primary one. It is common with jobs, studies, or ongoing commitments, and it implies a sense of time management or balancing responsibilities.