Pronunciation: [fˈɑː sˈa͡ɪd] (IPA) 
The far side is spelled as /fɑr saɪd/. The first syllable 'far' is pronounced as /fɑr/, rhyming with 'car' and 'bar'. The second syllable 'side' is pronounced as /saɪd/, similar to 'sighed' and 'ride'. 'Far side' refers to the opposite side of an object or place that is away from the observer. The term is commonly used in astronomy to refer to the side of the moon that is not visible from Earth.
The term "far side" refers to the side or area which is situated at a significant distance away or opposite from the speaker's or observer's location. Often used in reference to spatially distant locations, it conveys a sense of relative distance or remoteness. This term is often employed when discussing celestial bodies, particularly the moon, planets, or galaxies.
In the context of astronomical bodies, the "far side" typically refers to the hemisphere or face of an object that is invisible or hidden from direct view from Earth. For instance, in the case of the moon, the far side is the hemisphere opposite to the Earth-facing side, and it remains unseen from Earth due to the moon's synchronous rotation.
Beyond astronomy, the expression can also be applied to other scenarios where an object or situation has two distinct sides. For example, in a building context, the definition might be related to the far side of a wall or a door, indicating the area that is not initially visible. In a broader sense, the term "far side" can be adapted metaphorically to describe situations that are obscure, unknown, or hidden from the ordinary view or knowledge of someone.
Overall, the concept of "far side" refers to a relative location or perspective that is remote or out of sight, whether in a physical or metaphorical sense.
The etymology of the phrase "far side" can be understood by examining the origins of its individual words.
"Far" comes from the Old English word "feorr", which signifies a great distance or a long way. It is related to the Old High German word "fer", the Gothic word "fairra", and the Old Norse word "fjarr", all carrying a similar meaning. Throughout its evolution, "far" has consistently denoted the concept of distance.
"Side" comes from the Old English word "sīde", meaning "flank" or "a place beside something". It is related to the Old High German word "sīta" and the Old Norse word "síða", both representing a similar idea of a region next to an object or location.
