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    L'aider (en. Help him)

    /lɛdɛʁ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    verb
    To provide support to someone in a task or situation.
    He is always there to help her when she has problems.
    Il est toujours là pour l'aider quand elle a des problèmes.
    To provide advice or instructions.
    She asked him to help her prepare for her exam.
    Elle lui a demandé de l'aider à préparer son examen.
    To do a service for someone.
    Can you help him transport these boxes?
    Peux-tu l'aider à transporter ces cartons ?
    To offer emotional support.
    I am here to help him overcome his depression.
    Je suis là pour l'aider à surmonter sa dépression.

    Etymology

    From Old French 'aidier', which means 'to assist'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to help with
    To contribute to achieving something.
    aider à
    to help each other
    Helping others while receiving help in return.
    s'aider mutuellement
    to come to someone's aid
    To offer one's assistance.
    venir en aide
    to help someone do something
    To assist someone with a specific task.
    aider quelqu'un à faire quelque chose

    Related Words

    help
    Action of helping or support given.
    aide
    assistant
    Person who helps another with their tasks.
    assistant
    aid
    Emergency assistance or help provided when needed.
    secours

    Slang Meanings

    To help quickly or informally.
    He gave me a hand to finish the project.
    Il m'a filé un coup de main pour finir le projet.
    To be there for someone in need.
    He's a buddy, he always knows how to help me.
    C'est un pote, il sait toujours comment m'aider.