Explanation
Expresses 'while also', 'at the same time as'.
Formation
Verb-dictionary form + かたわら, Noun + のかたわら
Detailed 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'.
Examples
Kare wa shigoto o suru katawara, daigaku ni kayotte iru.
While working, he also attends university.
Watashi wa gakusei no katawara, resutoran de arubaito o shite iru.
While being a student, I work part-time at a restaurant.
Kanojo wa isha no katawara, shumi de e o kaite iru.
While being a doctor, she paints as a hobby.
Kare wa shigoto o suru katawara, borantia katsudou ni mo sekkyokuteki ni sanka shite iru.
While doing his job, he also actively participates in volunteer work.
Practice
Grammar content sourced from hanabira.org.