NOUN

Helfer/ˈhɛlfɐ/helper; assistant; volunteer

Helfer is a German noun that means helper, assistant, or volunteer. It is pronounced /ˈhɛlfɐ/. As a noun it takes the article "der", with the plural form "Helfer".

Definitions

1.someone who helps, especially as a volunteer or assistant(person)

a.person providing practical help or support

Bei der Veranstaltung gab es viele Helfer, die beim Aufbau halfen.There were many helpers at the event who helped with the setup.

b.volunteer who assists in an organization or emergency

Die Feuerwehr benötigt dringend weitere Helfer.The fire department urgently needs more helpers.

Declension

Gendermasculine

SingularPlural
Nominativeder Helferdie Helfer
Genitivedes Helfersder Helfer
Dativedem Helferden Helfern
Accusativeden Helferdie Helfer

Frequently asked questions

What does "Helfer" mean in English?
"Helfer" means helper, assistant, or volunteer. It is a German noun.
How do you pronounce "Helfer"?
"Helfer" is pronounced /ˈhɛlfɐ/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
Is "Helfer" der, die, or das?
"Helfer" is a masculine noun, so it takes the article "der".
What is the plural of "Helfer"?
The plural of "Helfer" is "Helfer".
What part of speech is "Helfer"?
"Helfer" is a noun in German.

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