Ayuda (en. Help)

/aˈʝuða/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The act of helping someone in need.
His help was crucial to complete the project.
Su ayuda fue fundamental para completar el proyecto.
The resource or assistance provided.
The financial aid from the government was greatly needed.
La ayuda financiera del gobierno fue muy necesaria.
Information or support given to resolve a problem.
We seek technical help to address the system failure.
Buscamos ayuda técnica para solucionar el fallo en el sistema.
verb
To provide assistance or support to someone.
I always try to help my friends as much as I can.
Siempre trato de ayudar a mis amigos en lo que puedo.
To contribute to facilitating the completion of a task.
She helps her brother with schoolwork.
Ella ayuda a su hermano con las tareas escolares.

Etymology

From Latin 'adiuta', which means 'to assist'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

to ask for help
Requesting assistance from someone.
pedir ayuda
humanitarian aid
Assistance provided to alleviate suffering in crisis situations.
ayuda humanitaria
mutual aid
Reciprocal support among individuals or groups.
ayuda mutua

Related Words

assistant
A person who helps another with a specific task.
ayudante
auxiliary
That helps or assists in a function or activity.
auxiliar
assistance
The act of assisting or helping someone.
asistencia

Slang Meanings

Lend a hand
I am always willing to lend a hand to those in need.
Siempre estoy dispuesto a echar una mano a los que lo necesitan.
Pull me
When I can't do it alone, I always ask to be pulled.
Cuando no puedo solo, siempre pido que me tiren de mí.