on the other hand
from another perspective; in contrast
In Spanish
por otro lado
Examples
- On the other hand, working from home has its drawbacks.
- The weather is nice today, but on the other hand, it might rain tomorrow.
- He loves living in the city; on the other hand, he misses the quiet of the countryside.
When it's used
Used to introduce a contrast or a different perspective. It's a common expression in both spoken and written English and is used in both formal and informal contexts.
The common mistake
A common mistake is saying 'in the other hand'. In English, it is always 'on the other hand'. It's also important to remember that this idiom is not used to introduce a new, unrelated idea; it must always contrast with what has been said before.