verhelfen
Translation
to help to get, to help to obtain, to assist in acquiring
Examples
Er verhilft ihr zu einer neuen Stelle.
He helps her to get a new job.
Sein Talent verhalf ihm zum Sieg.
His talent helped him to victory.
Grammar Patterns
j-m zu et3 verhelfen to help sb. to get sth. I'll help you get the job.
Similar Words
Synonyms: to enable, to procure; Antonyms: to prevent, to hinder
Etymology
From 'ver-' (prefix indicating achievement) and 'helfen' (to help). It means to help someone achieve or obtain something.
Memory Tips
It's stronger than just 'helfen'. It implies helping someone to obtain a specific goal, used with 'zu + Dative'.