Ayudado (en. Helped)

/a.juˈða.ðo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
adjective
That has been assisted or aided in a difficult situation.
The boy was helped by his friends at the time of the accident.
El niño fue ayudado por sus amigos en el momento del accidente.
That has received support or assistance to fulfill a task or duty.
He felt thankful for having been helped in his school project.
Se sintió agradecido de haber sido ayudado en su proyecto escolar.
A person who has received help in some aspect of their life.
It was a tough year, but he helped me with his emotional support.
Fue un año duro, pero me ayudado con su soporte emocional.

Etymology

From the past participle of the verb help, which comes from the Latin 'adiutare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I wouldn't have achieved it without being helped
indicates that someone would not have been able to achieve something without the assistance of others.
no lo habría logrado sin ser ayudado
to be helped in difficult times
refers to receiving support in complicated situations.
ser ayudado en momentos difíciles

Related Words

help
action of assisting or providing support.
ayuda
helper
person who helps or assists another.
ayudante

Slang Meanings

To receive unexpected help.
I was lost, but a stranger helped me.
Estaba perdido, pero un desconocido me ayudó.
To be in a situation that requires assistance.
I needed help with the move, and my friend offered to help me.
Necesitaba ayuda en la mudanza y mi amigo se ofreció a ayudarme.