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打底

dǎdǐ
verb

Meanings

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

Examples

HSK 2
喝酒前吃点东西打底。
Hējiǔ qián chī diǎn dōngxi dǎdǐ.
Eat something before drinking to line your stomach.
HSK 3
这件衬衫可以打底穿。
Zhè jiàn chènshān kěyǐ dǎdǐ chuān.
This shirt works as a base layer.
HSK 7-9
上妆前先打底。
Shàngzhuāng qián xiān dǎdǐ.
Apply primer before putting on makeup.

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