A1 — Beginnerverb
aiutare
to help
Synonyms (≈ similar meaning)
assisteresupportaresoccorreredare una mano
Antonyms (≠ opposite meaning)
ostacolaredanneggiareimpedireintralciare
Usage note
'Soccorrere' is used for emergency help. 'Assistere' is more professional/formal. 'Dare una mano' (give a hand) is the most colloquial equivalent.
Example
"Puoi aiutarmi a portare queste borse?"
"Can you help me carry these bags?"
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