put in a good word

Neutral B2 Eiken Pre-1 Upper-intermediate

put in a good word

Meaning

To say something positive about someone to help them.

Literal Translation

口添えする

Examples

  • Could you put in a good word for me with the manager? 部長に私のことを口添えしてもらえますか。
  • She put in a good word for him, and he got the job. 彼女が口添えしてくれて、彼はその仕事を得た。