helfen
Translation
to help, to assist, to aid
Examples
Kannst du mir bitte helfen?
Can you please help me?
Das Medikament hilft gegen Kopfschmerzen.
The medicine helps against headaches.
Er half ihr beim Tragen.
He helped her with the carrying.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((with sth.)) to help ((sb.)) with ((sth.)) He helps me with my homework.
((against sth.)) to help against ((sth.)) These tablets help against a sore throat.
Similar Words
Synonyms: unterstützen (to support), beistehen (to assist)
Etymology
From Old High German 'helfan'. Cognate with English 'help'.
Memory Tips
It sounds almost identical to the English word 'help'. Remember that it takes the dative case: 'Ich helfe dir' (I help you).