反対側
Meanings
Used for the side facing, across from, or opposite a reference point, such as a street, room, station, or object.
There is a convenience store on the opposite side of the street.
Let's meet on the other side of the station.
opposing side; opposition
Used figuratively for the other party or side in an argument, debate, negotiation, or conflict.
Let's listen to the opposing side's opinion too.
In negotiations, it is important to understand the other side's position.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉の反対側the opposite side of a place
There's a convenience store on the opposite side of the station.
- 反対側から来るto come from the opposite direction
I was surprised because a bicycle came from the opposite direction.
- 反対側に渡るto cross over to the other side
Let's cross to the other side of the street when the light turns green.
- 反対側の意見the opinion of the opposing side
In the meeting, we should also listen to the opposing side's opinion.
- 反対側に立つto take/stand on the opposing side (of an argument or conflict)
He always takes the opposing side when we argue.