敲边鼓
qiāo​biān​gǔ HSK7

beat drum edge

  • created sense approved 敲边鼓/敲邊鼓 · qiāo​biān​gǔ · beat drum edge

    敲边鼓 / 敲邊鼓

    qiāo​biān​gǔ

    beat drum edge

    Literally to strike the side or edge of a drum, often as a rhythmic accompaniment.

    鼓手在乐曲的间奏部分熟练地敲边鼓。

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  • created sense approved 敲边鼓/敲邊鼓 · qiāo​biān​gǔ · support

    敲边鼓 / 敲邊鼓

    qiāo​biān​gǔ

    support

    To back someone up or support their position from the sidelines, especially during an argument or discussion.

    我在和老板谈加薪，你在旁边帮我敲边鼓。

    expression

    created sense