mit Rat und Tat
Translation
with words and deeds, with advice and practical help
Examples
Er steht mir immer mit Rat und Tat zur Seite.
He always supports me with words and deeds.
Sie hat uns mit Rat und Tat geholfen.
She helped us with advice and practical help.
Grammar Patterns
to help/support sb. with words and deeds She helped us with words and deeds.
Similar Words
tatkräftig unterstützen (to actively support)
Etymology
From 'mit' (with) + 'Rat' (advice, counsel) + 'und' (and) + 'Tat' (deed, action). Literally 'with advice and action'.
Memory Tips
This phrase covers both the thinking/talking part ('Rat') and the doing part ('Tat'). It signifies a complete form of help.