Help Meaning
Help Definition & Usage
To give assistance or support to someone or something.
Examples
- "Can you help me with my homework?"
- "She helped her friend move into a new apartment."
- "We need to help the team win this game."
- "I helped him find his keys in the dark."
- "He helped his mother carry the groceries."
The action of giving assistance or support.
Examples
- "I need some help with this report."
- "Thanks for your help yesterday."
- "His help was invaluable during the move."
- "Do you require any help with the project?"
- "Help from my colleagues made the task much easier."
To improve or benefit a situation or person.
Examples
- "The new software really helped streamline our workflow."
- "His words helped calm her nerves before the presentation."
- "That extra bit of effort really helped our performance."
- "Her honesty helped resolve the conflict."
- "Their kindness helped lift my spirits after a hard day."
To stop or prevent someone from doing something they want to do (often in a humorous or ironic sense).
Examples
- "I was about to finish my work when she helped me by asking for more revisions."
- "I don’t need help, I just need a minute to finish this!"
- "He always helps me by offering 'advice' when I didn’t ask for it."
- "Stop helping me, I’ve got this handled!"
- "She helped me by turning off the alarm after I missed it for the third time."
Cultural Context
The word 'help' comes from the Old English 'helpan', meaning 'to assist' or 'to give aid'. Its basic meaning has remained consistent over centuries, although its usage has evolved into both literal and figurative expressions. In modern English, it is one of the most commonly used verbs and has multiple senses in both casual and formal contexts.
The Helping Hand
Story
The Helping Hand
Sophie stood at the edge of the crowded room, watching as people moved swiftly between tables. The annual charity fundraiser was in full swing, and the air buzzed with excitement. Yet, Sophie’s eyes darted nervously toward the podium. She was supposed to give a short speech, but the thought of standing up in front of everyone made her stomach churn.
