VERB
helfen/ˈhɛlfn̩/to help; to assist
helfen is a German verb that means to help or to assist. It is pronounced /ˈhɛlfn̩/. In conjugation, the simple past is "half" and the past participle is "geholfen".
Definitions
1.to support someone in doing something or to make a situation better for someone(general)
a.to aid or assist someone
Kannst du mir bitte helfen?—Can you please help me?
b.to be of use or benefit, to make a difference
Gegen Kopfschmerzen hilft oft frische Luft.—Fresh air often helps against headaches.
Conjugation
| Infinitive | helfen |
|---|---|
| Present (ich) | helfe |
| Present (du) | hilfst |
| Present (er/sie/es) | hilft |
| Preterite (ich) | half |
| Participle II | geholfen |
| Konjunktiv II (ich) | hülfe |
| Imperative (singular) | hilf |
| Imperative (plural) | helft |
| Auxiliary | haben |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "helfen" mean in English?
- "helfen" means to help or to assist. It is a German verb.
- How do you pronounce "helfen"?
- "helfen" is pronounced /ˈhɛlfn̩/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- What is the past participle of "helfen"?
- The past participle (Partizip II) of "helfen" is "geholfen", used with the auxiliary "haben".
- What is the simple past of "helfen"?
- In the simple past (Präteritum), "helfen" becomes "half" in the first person singular.
- What part of speech is "helfen"?
- "helfen" is a verb in German.
