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/Sounds like "eh" (as in "egg") + "CHAHR" (as in "chat") + "OO" (as in "Uber") + "nah" (as in "nacho") + "MAH" (as in "mark") + "noh" (as in "note")/

Meaning

To lend a hand, to help out with something. In Spain, this expression is everywhere, it's the casual, friendly way of offering or asking for help without making it a big deal. A quick assist between people who trust each other.

Examples

¿Me echas una mano con estas cajas?

Can you give me a hand with these boxes?

I'll help you out with the project if you have time this afternoon.

Word family
echar una mano
Regional synonyms
Bandera de Argentina
Bandera de Uruguay
Dar una mano

A Mexican exclamation of shock at something intense, difficult, or impressive. Depending on tone it can mean "wow, that's amazing" or "wow, that's rough."