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VocabJLPT N2

at hand

AdverbNounPlace

Definitions

1. at hand
2. on hand
3. way of moving one's arms
4. money at hand

This noun refers to the area close at hand or within reach, essentially "at one's hand" or "nearby." It is used to describe something physically close to you, like a tool you have nearby, or figuratively to mean the money or resources one currently has available.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

So in the end, you can only protect what you have right in front of you?

Sentence 2

I keep my medication within reach first thing in the morning.

Sentence 3

I think important keys should always be kept close at hand.

Sentence 4

Wait, I don't have my notes with me...!

Sentence 5

At this stage, we don't have confirmed information on hand.