打底 dǎ dǐ

to apply an undercoat; to lay a foundation (also fig.)

Word data

HSK Not in HSK
Frequency Unknown

Definitions

  1. 1. to apply an undercoat
  2. 2. to lay a foundation (also fig.)
  3. 3. to make a first sketch
  4. 4. to eat sth before drinking

Characters

Character Meaning
打 dǎ HSK 1
to hit; to strike; to beat
底 dǐ HSK 4
bottom; base; end (of the month, year etc)