Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

first-hand experience

noun

/ˈfɜrst-hænd ɪkˈspɪrɪəns/

Definition

Knowledge or skill that is gained through direct involvement or participation in an event or situation.

Examples

Traveling abroad provided her with first-hand experience of different cultures.
His first-hand experience in the industry made him a valuable asset to the team.
She shared her first-hand experience of climbing the mountain during the seminar.

Meaning

First-hand experience refers to learning about something through personal observation or involvement, rather than through reports or descriptions from others.