Collocation

on the other hand

prepositional phrase (discourse marker) B1 prepositional phrase (discourse marker)

Used to introduce a contrasting fact, idea, or situation.

Definition

'on the other hand' is a common English collocation. Used to introduce a contrasting fact, idea, or situation.

[statement 1]; on the other hand, [statement 2]

“Studying abroad can be expensive; on the other hand, it offers invaluable cultural experiences.”

Eating vegetables is good for your health; on the other hand, too much junk food can be harmful.
The old car was unreliable, but on the other hand, it was very cheap to buy.
Working from home offers flexibility; on the other hand, it can sometimes lead to feelings of isolation.

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He's very talented at painting, but on the other hand, his musical skills are quite limited.
Living in a big city provides many opportunities; on the other hand, the cost of living is significantly higher.
The new software promises increased efficiency, but on the other hand, it requires extensive training for all staff.
While the project faced several technical challenges, on the other hand, the team's morale remained remarkably high.
My sister loves staying up late, but on the other hand, I prefer to go to bed early and wake up refreshed.
The government's new policy aims to reduce unemployment, though on the other hand, some economists warn of potential inflation.