Definition
转而 is a formal conjunction used to introduce a contrasting or opposite action, perspective, or situation. It often translates to 'conversely', 'on the other hand', or 'instead', and appears at the beginning of a clause to signal a shift from the preceding context. It is more common in written or formal speech than in casual conversation.
conj.
converselyon the other handinstead
Examples
- ，转而。Tā yuánběn xiǎng xué fǎlǜ, zhuǎn ér xuǎnzé le jīngjì.He originally wanted to study law, but instead chose economics.
- ，转而，。Zhège fāng'àn fēngxiǎn hěn dà, zhuǎn ér, lìng yí gè fāng'àn gèng wěntuǒ.This plan is very risky; on the other hand, the other plan is safer.
- ，转而。Gōngsī juédìng fàngqì guónèi shìchǎng, zhuǎn ér kāituò hǎiwài shìchǎng.The company decided to abandon the domestic market and instead explore overseas markets.
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