assistance
Translation
assistance, help, aid, support
Examples
He offered his assistance with the project.
He offered his assistance with the project.
Financial assistance is available for students.
Financial assistance is available for students.
Grammar Patterns
((with/in sth.)) assistance with/in (sth.) He needs assistance with his homework.
to offer/provide assistance to offer assistance The charity offers assistance to families.
Similar Words
Synonyms: help, aid, support
Etymology
From the verb 'assist' plus the noun-forming suffix '-ance', indicating an action or state.
Memory Tips
The '-ance' ending often turns a verb into a noun (e.g., perform -> performance). Assistance is the act of assisting.