Word: Help
Part of Speech: Noun, Verb
Pronunciation: /hɛlp/
Category: General
Help Definition
Help means to give assistance or support to someone or something. It can also refer to the act of making something easier or possible by offering or providing something needed.
Usage Notes
In English, 'help' can be used both with or without 'to' before the verb. For example, 'She helped (to) clean the kitchen.'
Example Sentences
- I can't help thinking about that movie.
- He helps his grandfather with chores.
- Help! I'm stuck.
- She's always willing to offer help.
- He helped to raise funds for the hospital.
- They're always ready to help in an emergency.
- She helped me to understand the assignment.
Synonyms (Similar Words)
Antonyms (Opposite Words)
Idioms and Phrases
- Can't help but – To be unable to do anything else except
- Every little helps – Even small contributions or efforts can be beneficial
- Help oneself – To take something without asking permission
- So help me God – An oath of truthfulness or sincerity
- God helps those who help themselves – People must make an effort themselves in order to succeed
Word Origin and History
Old English 'helpan', of Germanic origin; related to Dutch 'helpen' and German 'helfen'.