at hand

• Se dit de quelque chose de physiquement proche, à portée de main ou immédiatement disponible ; s'emploie aussi pour désigner le sujet ou la question en cours de discussion ou d'examen.

A phrase meaning something is physically close, nearby, or immediately available; also used to refer to a topic or matter currently being discussed or dealt with.

1. Near in time or spaceB2formal

   Close by or about to happen soon.

   à portée de main / imminent

   • The final exams are at hand, so we must study hard.
   • Help is at hand if you need it.
   • The deadline for the project is at hand.

2. Available or readyB2formal

   Something that is easily accessible or ready for use.

   à portée de main, disponible

   • Keep a dictionary at hand while writing.
   • The tools you need are at hand in the workshop.
   • She always has a notebook at hand for ideas.