lend a hand — help someone out
expressionB1IELTS 5+informalcommon
To help someone with something, usually in a friendly, informal way.
Pattern: lend (someone) a hand (with [something])
In use
- I've got an hour free if you need someone to lend a hand.offering help
- A: This is a lot to carry on my own.
B: Here, let me lend a hand.helping a neighbour
Common mistake
✗ Can you lend me a help?
✓ Can you lend me a hand?
The fixed phrase is 'lend a hand', not 'lend a help'.
Don't confuse it
'Lend a hand' is one person helping; 'pitch in' is a whole group joining in.