ENGLISH
REFERENCE

on the other hand

idiom
Meaning

you use this to introduce a second point or idea that is different from the first one.


Examples
SIMPLE

I like the city, but on the other hand, it is very noisy.

CONTEXTUAL

Living in the countryside is quiet and peaceful; on the other hand, you have to drive everywhere for basic errands.

COMPLEX

The new policy promises to increase efficiency across the department; on the other hand, employees worry that the stricter rules will negatively impact their creative freedom.

Last updated April 22, 2026