A かたわら B
A katawara B
JLPT N1 Very formal, literary
Formation
Verb-dictionary form + かたわら, Noun + のかたわら
Expresses 'while also', 'at the same time as'.
When to use
かたわら: alongside a main occupation, also doing (仕事のかたわら).
Explanation
The ~かたわら grammar point is used when someone is doing B while also doing A. It often implies that both tasks require considerable commitment or skill. It can be translated as 'while also' or 'at the same time as'.
Example sentences
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While working, he also attends university.
Kare wa shigoto o suru katawara, daigaku ni kayotte iru.
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While being a student, I work part-time at a restaurant.
Watashi wa gakusei no katawara, resutoran de arubaito o shite iru.
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While being a doctor, she paints as a hobby.
Kanojo wa isha no katawara, shumi de e o kaite iru.
彼は仕事をするかたわら、ボランティア活動にも積極的に参加している。
While doing his job, he also actively participates in volunteer work.
Kare wa shigoto o suru katawara, borantia katsudou ni mo sekkyokuteki ni sanka shite iru.