打底

dǎdǐ

verb

Meanings

1 to apply a base layer (makeup / primer)
2 to lay a foundation
3 to eat something before drinking

Characters

to make; to hit

Examples

上妆前先打底。

Shàng zhuāng qián xiān dǎdǐ.

Apply primer before putting on makeup.

喝酒前吃点东西打底。

Hē jiǔ qián chī diǎn dōngxi dǎdǐ.

Eat something before drinking to line your stomach.

这件衬衫可以打底穿。

Zhè jiàn chènshān kěyǐ dǎdǐ chuān.

This shirt works as a base layer.

Tips

usage

Three common senses: (1) makeup — apply primer/foundation; (2) food — eat before alcohol to protect the stomach; (3) clothing — wear as an inner layer (打底衫 = base-layer top, 打底裤 = leggings).

Stroke Order

打 dǎ

底 dǐ