the other side of the coin

Related to word: side

Idiom

Definition

  1. a different perspective on a situation, which may make it seem either more favorable or less favorable than initially perceived.

    事情的另一面

    • The job pays very well, but on the other side of the coin, it requires frequent travel.

      這份工作薪水很高,但另一方面,它需要經常出差。

    • This city is very convenient to live in, but on the other side of the coin, housing prices are relatively high.

      這座城市生活非常便利,但另一方面,房價相對較高。

    • Learning a new skill is very fun, but on the other side of the coin, it also requires a lot of time and effort.

      學習新技能非常有趣,但另一方面,它也需要花費大量的時間和精力。