How to Pronounce "on one hand"
expression
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈwən/ /ˈhænd
AWN WUN HAND
ˈɒn/ /wˈɒn/ /hˈænd
ON WON HAND
Definition
Used to introduce one side or aspect of a situation, especially when you are going to mention another side with 'on the other hand.'
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈɑn/, /ˈɔn/ /ˈwən/ /ˈhænd
British English
ˈɒn/ /wˈɒn/ /hˈænd
Simplified Pronunciation
US
AWN WUN HAND
UK
ON WON HAND
Listen in Context
On one hand, it's a good job, but the hours are long.
On one hand, the test is easy. On the other hand, it is very long.
On one hand, I want to travel; on the other, I want to save money.
On one hand, living alone gives you freedom. Still, it can feel lonely sometimes.