What Is Another Way to Say “At Hand”?

Looking for synonyms for at hand? We’ve got you covered!

Here’s a list of other ways to say at hand.

  • Nearby
  • Close by
  • Adjacent
  • Within reach
  • Accessible
  • On hand
  • Available
  • Immediate
  • Near at hand
  • Convenient
  • Readily available
  • At the ready
  • Close at hand
  • Within arm’s reach
  • Neighboring

Want to learn how to say at hand professionally? Keep reading for examples and use cases.

1. Nearby

Suitable for indicating a location that is a short distance away.
Example: “Please find a meeting room in a nearby building for our session.”

2. Close by

Similar to nearby, used to describe something within a short distance.
Example: “The team kept all necessary equipment close by for quick access during the project.”

3. Adjacent

Appropriate for describing something that is next to or adjoining another location.
Example: “Our department will move to an office space adjacent to the current location.”

4. Within reach

Indicates that something can be easily accessed or obtained without much effort.
Example: “Ensure that all emergency contacts are within reach at all times.”

5. Accessible

Used when something can be easily approached, entered, or used by people.
Example: “The company strives to make all its resources accessible to every employee.”

6. On hand

Indicates having something available for use or at one’s disposal.
Example: “Make sure to have all your reports on hand for the upcoming audit.”

7. Available

General term for something that can be used or accessed by someone.
Example: “The conference room is available for meetings throughout the week.”

8. Immediate

Used to describe something that is very close or directly next to a place or time.
Example: “The immediate priority is to resolve the customer service issue reported today.”

9. Near at hand

Similar to “at hand,” indicating something is close in distance or time.
Example: “With the deadline near at hand, the team intensified their efforts.”

10. Convenient

Describes something arranged for ease of use or situated within easy reach.
Example: “The new office location is convenient for all employees, being close to public transport.”

11. Readily available

Indicates that something can be easily and quickly accessed or obtained.
Example: “Support staff should be readily available during business hours to assist clients.”

12. At the ready

Suggests preparedness or being in a state of readiness for immediate action.
Example: “Emergency response teams are at the ready in case of any incidents.”

13. Close at hand

Similar to “at hand” and “near at hand,” it emphasizes proximity.
Example: “Keep your identification badge close at hand when entering the building.”

14. Within arm’s reach

Indicates that something is close enough to be reached by extending an arm.
Example: “Ensure that the fire extinguisher is within arm’s reach in the kitchen area.”

15. Neighboring

Used to describe something that is situated next to or very near another location.
Example: “The IT department will collaborate with our neighboring department to streamline the process.”

Linda Brown