firsthand
1 synonyms and 0 antonyms for firsthand, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Coming directly from personal experience, without any middleman.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use firsthand
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From first and hand.
Full origin of firsthand →Frequently asked questions
What does “firsthand” mean?
The word “firsthand” means coming directly from personal experience, without any middleman. In plain terms, directly experienced, not heard secondhand from someone else.
How do you pronounce “firsthand”?
“Firsthand” is pronounced FURST-hand (/ˈfɝstˌhænd/ in IPA).
How do you use “firsthand” in a sentence?
Here is “firsthand” used in a sentence: “She gave a firsthand account of the earthquake.”
What part of speech is “firsthand”?
Depending on how it is used, “firsthand” can be an adjective and an adverb.
Is “firsthand” a common word?
“Firsthand” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “firsthand” have?
“Firsthand” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: coming directly from personal experience, without any middleman.