Lend a hand Meaning in English

expression

US

ˈɫɛnd/ /ˈeɪ/, /ə/ /ˈhænd

LEND-uh-HAND

UK

lˈɛnd/ /æɪ/ /hˈænd

LEND-a-HAND

Definition

To help someone, usually with a small task or when they need assistance.

Usage & Nuances

This is an informal, friendly way to offer or request help. Common in spoken English. Often used as 'Can you lend a hand?' or 'Let me lend a hand.' It always means to assist, not to physically give your hand.

• Spanish: echar una mano - ayudar
• Portuguese (BR): dar uma mão - ajudar
• Portuguese (PT): dar uma mão - ajudar
• Chinese (Simplified): 帮个忙 - 帮一把
• Chinese (Traditional): 幫個忙 - 幫一把
• Hindi: मदद करना - हाथ बंटाना
• Arabic: تقديم يد المساعدة - المساعدة
• Bengali: সহায়তা করা - একটু সাহায্য করা
• Russian: помочь - подать руку
• Japanese: 手を貸す
• Vietnamese: giúp một tay
• Korean: 도와주다 - 손을 빌리다
• Turkish: yardım etmek - el atmak
• Urdu: مدد کرنا - ہاتھ بٹانا
• Indonesian: membantu - ikut membantu

Example Sentences

Could you lend a hand with these boxes?

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I will lend a hand if you need help.

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Can you lend a hand with the dishes?

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I'm running late—can someone lend a hand setting up?

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Thanks for lending a hand yesterday, I couldn't have finished alone.

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If anyone needs me to lend a hand, just ask!

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