extender la mano

to reach out

to extend one's hand

extender la mano

intransitive verb phrase

1. (to stretch your arm)

a. to reach out

Cuando perdí el equilibrio en cubierta, extendí la mano para tomarme de la baranda pero estaba húmeda, y no pude aferrarme a ella.

When I lost balance on the deck, I reached out to grab the rail, but it was wet, and I couldn't hold to it.

2. (to hold out your hand for someone to shake)

a. to extend one's hand

Mariano extendió la mano para saludar al embajador.

Mariano extended his hand to greet the ambassador.