aider
assist
The French word 'aider' is used in a similar way to the English word 'assist'. It is a verb that means to help or support someone in achieving a goal or completing a task. For example, 'Je peux t'aider à porter tes bagages' (I can assist you with carrying your luggage).
Example sentences using: aider
Je vais t'aider à apprendre le français.
I will help you learn French.
This sentence demonstrates the intention of the speaker to be of help to the listener in learning the French language. The contraction 't'aider' is a combination of 'te' (you) and 'aider' (help).
Vous pouvez aider à préparer le dîner.
You can help prepare dinner.
This statement depicts an instance where the speaker requests or gives permission to the listener to assist in preparing the meal. 'Vous pouvez aider' can mean 'You can help' or 'You may help' depending on the context.
Qui va aider à nettoyer la maison?
Who will help to clean the house?
This query is a request for assistance where the speaker asks who will be available to lend a hand in cleaning the residence. 'Qui va aider' means 'Who will help'.