Ayudando (en. Helping)

/a.iuˈðan.do/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To perform an action to assist someone or make something easier for them.
He was helping his mother in the kitchen.
Estaba ayudando a su madre en la cocina.
To contribute to the solution of a problem or to the improvement of a situation.
Volunteering is helping the community.
El voluntariado está ayudando a la comunidad.
To provide emotional support or assistance to someone.
He is always helping his friends when they have problems.
Siempre está ayudando a sus amigos cuando tienen problemas.

Etymology

From the verb 'ayudar', which comes from the Latin 'adiutare'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

I am helping
Indicates that support is being provided at the moment.
estoy ayudando
helping to grow
Referring to contributing to the development of someone or something.
ayudando a crecer
you can help
Expression that encourages someone to provide assistance.
tú puedes ayudar

Related Words

help
Action of helping.
ayuda
helper
Person who helps.
ayudante
assistance
Substitute for help in critical situations.
auxilio

Slang Meanings

To lend a hand
I am going to lend you a hand with your project.
Voy a echarte una mano con tu proyecto.
To lend a cable
Whenever you need it, I'm here to lend you a cable.
Siempre que lo necesites, aquí estoy para echarte un cable.