Word: 打下手 (dǎxiàshǒu) 打下手 dictionary entry dǎxiàshǒu to act in a supporting role; fig. to play second fiddle Full dictionary entry for 打下手 Example sentences using 打下手 2 sentences, showing page 1 of 1. 做饭时，我给爸爸打下手。 Zuòfàn shí, wǒ gěi bàba dǎxiàshǒu. When we cook, I assist my dad. 装修时，我给师傅打下手。 Zhuāngxiū shí, wǒ gěi shīfu dǎxiàshǒu. During the renovation, I worked as the workman's assistant.