GrammarJLPT N3
on one hand
Expression

Definitions

  1. 1. on one hand
This grammatical expression is used to connect two contrasting situations or facts, meaning "while" or "on the other hand." It highlights that two different or opposing things are true at the same time, and is commonly used in written and formal contexts.

Grammar

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Example sentences

Sentence 1

How can you love someone so much and still not be able to shake the doubt?

Sentence 2

We added new features, but now it runs so much slower!

Sentence 3

The company kept growing, but the burden on employees increased along with it.

Sentence 4

You're so strict in meetings, but then oddly nice at after-work drinks?

Sentence 5

The train is fast, but you often can't get a seat.