🇪🇸 How to say

“to help” in Spanish

ayudar
Illustration of "to help" in a Spanish cultural setting
A person reaches down to pick up a box of groceries that an elderly neighbor has dropped on the sidewalk. Their hands work together under the weight, and the neighbor's face shows relief.

Usage note

This is a very common and useful verb. It's often followed by 'a' before another verb, as in 'ayudar a limpiar' (to help to clean). It's a friendly word used in all situations.

Examples

  • Puedes ayudarme con mi tarea, por favor?

    Can you help me with my homework, please?

  • Mi hermano ayuda a mi padre en la cocina.

    My brother helps my father in the kitchen.

  • Ella ayuda a cruzar la calle a los niños.

    She helps the children cross the street.

Quick check

What does "ayudar" mean?

  • A. to help
  • B. to open
  • C. to do
  • D. to want

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