Firsthand: meaning, definitions and examples

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firsthand

 

[ หˆfษœrstหˆhรฆnd ]

Adjective
Context #1 | Adjective

direct experience

Firsthand refers to information or experiences that come from direct involvement and personal observation. When someone has firsthand knowledge, it means they have encountered or witnessed something directly rather than hearing about it from others. This type of experience is often considered more reliable and credible because it is based on what someone has actually seen or done.

Synonyms

direct, immediate, original, personal

Examples of usage

  • I met the author and got firsthand insight into her writing process.
  • He shared his firsthand account of the events that unfolded during the storm.
  • She learned firsthand how challenging the project would be.
  • The documentary provided firsthand perspectives from the survivors.

Translations

Translations of the word "firsthand" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น direto

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคชเคนเคฒเฅ‡ เคนเคพเคฅ เค•เคพ

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช aus erster Hand

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ langsung

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะฑะตะทะฟะพัะตั€ะตะดะฝั–ะน

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ z pierwszej rฤ™ki

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ็›ดๆŽฅ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท de premiรจre main

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ de primera mano

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท birinci el

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ์ง์ ‘

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู…ู† ุงู„ู…ุตุฏุฑ ู…ุจุงุดุฑุฉ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ z prvnรญ ruky

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ z prvej ruky

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ็ฌฌไธ€ๆ‰‹

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ iz prve roke

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ beint

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ั‚าฑั‚ะฐั

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒžแƒ˜แƒ แƒ•แƒ”แƒšแƒ˜ แƒฎแƒ”แƒšแƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ birbaลŸa

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ de primera mano

Etymology

The word 'firsthand' originates from the early 19th century, combining the prefix 'first', meaning primary or original, with 'hand', which emphasizes personal involvement or touch. The notion of firsthand information implies a direct connection to experiences rather than through intermediary accounts. Its use has evolved to encompass various fields, including journalism, research, and personal narratives, where firsthand accounts are cherished for their authenticity and credibility. The term encapsulates the importance of direct experience in forming opinions and narratives, helping to differentiate between direct knowledge and hearsay. As communication and information dissemination became more complex, the value of firsthand accounts has increased, reflecting a broader cultural emphasis on authenticity and personal engagement.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #15,991, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.