How to Pronounce "helpmate"
word
ˈhɛlpˌmeɪt
HELP-mayt
ˈhɛlp.meɪt
HELP-mayt
Definition
A helpmate is someone who helps and supports another person, especially a spouse or close partner. The word is old-fashioned and most often refers to a supportive wife or husband.
IPA Transcription
American English
ˈhɛlpˌmeɪt
British English
ˈhɛlp.meɪt
Simplified Pronunciation
US
HELP-mayt
UK
HELP-mayt
Listen in Context
She has always been a loyal helpmate to her husband.
A good helpmate stands by you in difficult times.
He found a true helpmate in his partner.
They aren’t just spouses—they’re each other’s helpmate through everything.