Aida (en. Aid)

/a.ida/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishFrench
noun
A lyrical work in four acts by Giuseppe Verdi.
Aida is one of the most famous works of classical opera.
L'Aida est l'une des œuvres les plus célèbres de l'opéra classique.
A girl or woman who helps or supports someone.
She is the aid of this charitable organization.
Elle est l'aida de cette organisation caritative.

Etymology

The word comes from Verdi's opera 'Aida', created in 1871.

Common Phrases and Expressions

heart's helper
A person who provides moral and emotional support.
aida de cœur
offer one's help
To propose to support someone in a task.
offrir son aide
help in case of need
To be present to help at any time.
aider en cas de besoin

Related Words

help
The act of assisting or supporting someone.
aide
assistant
Woman who helps in a professional context.
assistante
support
Emotional or material support.
support

Slang Meanings

A trustworthy person you can rely on.
She is my aid, always there when I need help.
C'est mon aida, toujours là quand j'ai besoin d'aide.
A term of endearment for a close friend.
She is my aid, I confide all my secrets to her.
Elle est mon aida, je lui confie tous mes secrets.