Extend your hand Meaning in English
expression
ɪkˈstɛnd/ /ˈjɔɹ/, /ˈjʊɹ/ /ˈhænd
ik-STEND yor/YER HAND
ɛkstˈɛnd/ /jˈɔː/ /hˈænd
ek-STEND yaw HAND
Definition
To reach out your hand toward someone, often as a greeting, an offer to help, or a gesture of friendship.
Usage & Nuances
Common in both literal (physically offering your hand) and figurative (offering help) senses. Often used politely or in formal contexts such as greetings or business. Not usually used in casual everyday conversation when simply shaking hands—'shake hands' is more common.
Spanish: extender la manoPortuguese (BR): estender a mãoPortuguese (PT): estender a mãoChinese (Simplified): 伸出你的手Chinese (Traditional): 伸出你的手Hindi: अपना हाथ बढ़ानाArabic: مد يدكBengali: হাত বাড়ানো - সাহায্যের জন্য হাত বাড়ানোRussian: протянуть руку - предложить руку помощиJapanese: 手を差し伸べるVietnamese: đưa tay ra - chìa tay raKorean: 손을 내밀다 - 손을 뻗다Turkish: elini uzatmakUrdu: ہاتھ بڑھاناIndonesian: mengulurkan tangan
Example Sentences
Please extend your hand if you need help.
basic
He extended his hand to greet her.
basic
Children are taught to extend their hand when meeting new people.
basic
If you ever need support, don’t be afraid to extend your hand.
natural
She didn’t hesitate to extend her hand when she saw someone struggling.
natural
It takes courage to extend your hand and ask for help.
natural