What does on the one hand mean?
on the one hand
Definition
Introduces the first of two sides of a question and announces the second.
Example sentences
On the one hand, most shops had more customers during last summer's trial.
On the one hand, most shops had more customers during last summer's trial.
On the one hand, an open-plan kitchen makes the whole home feel bigger. On the other hand, the smell of cooking gets everywhere.
On the one hand, working from home saves me two hours a day. On the other hand, I miss talking to my colleagues.