helper
word
/ˈhɛɫpɝ/
/hˈɛlpɐ/
Definition
A helper is a person or thing that helps someone, especially by doing simple tasks or assisting in some way.
Usage & Nuances
Mostly informal; used for people (children's chores, classroom 'helper'), tools ('kitchen helper'), or software. 'Assistant' is more formal in job contexts. Common collocations: 'teacher's helper', 'little helper', 'kitchen helper'.
Spanish: ayudante - asistentePortuguese (BR): ajudante - auxiliarPortuguese (PT): ajudante - auxiliarChinese (Simplified): 帮手 - 助手Chinese (Traditional): 幫手 - 助手Hindi: सहायकArabic: مُسَاعِدBengali: সহায়ক - সাহায্যকারীRussian: помощникJapanese: 助っ人 - 手伝いVietnamese: người giúp đỡKorean: 도우미Turkish: yardımcıUrdu: مددگارIndonesian: pembantu
Example Sentences
The teacher chose a helper to collect the papers.
basic
Every busy mom could use a little helper around the house.
natural
This app is a real helper when it comes to organizing my schedule.
natural
I couldn't have finished the project without my team's helpers.
natural
My son is a great helper when I cook dinner.
basic
Can you be my helper and pass me the salt?
basic