| 词汇 | on one hand |
| 释义 | Idiom on (the) one hand Theme: ALTERNATIVES from one point of view; as one side (of an issue). (Other points of view are expressed as on the other hand.)On one hand, I really ought to support my team. On the other hand, I don't have the time to attend all the games.On the one hand, I need Ann's help. On the other hand, she and I don't get along very well. on one hand1. From one particular point of view. (Typically followed by "on the other (hand)," highlighting a second, conflicting point of view.) I'm really torn. On one hand, I'd be starting a high-paying job doing what I've always wanted for a living. But on the other hand, I'd have to move halfway around the world from all my friends and family to do it. 2. Indicating a very small number. He's the stingiest guy I know. I could count the number of times he's offered to pay for something on one hand. on (the) one handFig. from one point of view; as one side (of an issue). On one hand, I really ought to support my team. On the other hand, I don't have the time to attend all the games. On the one hand, I really could use Ann's help. On the other hand, she and I don't get along very well. on (the) ˈone hand...on the ˈother (hand)...used to show two different aspects of the same situation: On the one hand, it’s very cheap living here. On the other, it costs a lot to get home! |
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