give someone a hand

== English == === Alternative forms === lend someone a hand === Pronunciation === === Verb === give someone a hand (third-person singular simple present gives someone a hand, present participle giving someone a hand, simple past gave someone a hand, past participle given someone a hand) (idiomatic) To help, aid, or assist. (idiomatic) To applaud or clap (also to give (someone) a big hand). ==== Translations ====