Give a hand Meaning in English
expression
ˈɡɪv/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈhænd
GIV-uh-HAND
ɡˈɪv/ /æɪ/ /hˈænd
giv-uh-HAND
Definition
To help someone, especially with a task or problem. This is an informal and friendly expression.
Usage & Nuances
Informal and friendly; used for both physical and non-physical help. Common collocation: 'Can you give me a hand?' Sometimes used as 'lend a hand'. Not literal – not about giving an actual hand.
Spanish: echar una mano - ayudarPortuguese (BR): dar uma mão - ajudarPortuguese (PT): dar uma mão - ajudarChinese (Simplified): 帮忙 - 伸出援手Chinese (Traditional): 幫忙 - 伸出援手Hindi: मदद करना - सहायता देनाArabic: يقدّم المساعدة - يساعدBengali: সহায়তা করা - হাত লাগানোRussian: помочь - оказать помощьJapanese: 手伝うVietnamese: giúp một tayKorean: 도와주다Turkish: yardım etmek - el atmakUrdu: مدد کرناIndonesian: membantu
Example Sentences
Can you give a hand with these boxes?
basic
She always gives a hand when I need help.
basic
My dad gave a hand fixing the car.
basic
Could you give me a hand setting up the party?
natural
I'm a bit lost here, mind giving a hand?
natural
If you give her a hand, she'll finish much faster.
natural