伸手
shēn shǒu
Definitions
- 1. to reach out with one's hand
- 2. (fig.) to beg
- 3. to get involved
- 4. to meddle
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Word relationships
Usage notes
Collocations
伸手 is commonly used in the fixed phrase 伸手不见五指 to describe complete darkness.
Formality
When meaning 'to beg', 伸手 is informal and may carry a negative tone of freeloading.
Example Sentences
1 shown他 伸手 拦了一辆出租车。
He stretched out his hand and hailed a taxi.
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