on one hand



on (the) one hand

Fig. 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.
See also: hand, on, one

Common Names:

NameGenderPronouncedUsage
Europe-Greek Mythology
Suzannasoo-ZAN-əEnglish
Lachesis-Greek Mythology
Wynne (2)WINEnglish (Rare)
TivadarTEEV-aw-dawrHungarian
Virgilius-Late Roman