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    Aide (en. Help)

    /ɛd/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    The action of assisting someone.
    His help was invaluable in completing the project.
    Son aide a été précieuse pour terminer le projet.
    A person who provides assistance.
    He works as a nursing aide in a hospital.
    Il travaille comme aide-soignant dans un hôpital.
    Grant or financial support.
    This government aid helps struggling families.
    Cette aide gouvernementale aide les familles en difficulté.
    verb
    To provide support or assistance to someone.
    He helps children with their homework.
    Il aide les enfants à faire leurs devoirs.

    Etymology

    The word 'aide' comes from the Latin 'adia' which means assistance.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    home help
    Service of assistance provided to a person at their home.
    aide à domicile
    ask for help
    To seek support or assistance.
    demander de l'aide
    humanitarian aid
    Assistance provided for humanitarian reasons.
    aide humanitaire
    financial aid
    Economic support granted to individuals or groups.
    aide financière

    Related Words

    helper
    A person who helps others, often in a caregiving context.
    aidant
    to help
    Verb meaning to provide assistance.
    aider
    memory aid
    Notes or summary used to remind of information.
    aide-mémoire

    Slang Meanings

    Help in an informal way, often without compensation.
    He gave me a hand, he's a good helper.
    Il m'a filé un coup de main, c'est un bon aide.
    Help in a laid-back, friendly manner.
    We organized to lend a hand, that's how we do it among friends.
    On s'est organisés pour donner un coup de main, c'est comme ça qu'on fait entre amis.