We’re Here to Help | Professional Alternatives

The word “help” can be used as a verb and as a noun.

Synonyms: Abet, aid, assist, support

What Does “Help” Mean, and What Other Words Can I Use Instead?

Definition
Example Sentence
Synonyms
(verb) to give assistance or support
My sister will help the children with their homework while I cook dinner.
abet, aid, assist, back, support
(verb) to improve/relieve, make pleasant or more bearable.
I was told to use a walking boot to help the pain.
alleviate, ease, relieve, soothe
(verb) to refrain from or keep from occurring
We couldn’t help but cry in a happy embrace when we first saw each other again.
refrain from, avoid, avert, prevent
(verb) to serve someone (with food or drink) or to take for oneself
We were told to help ourselves, so I grabbed all the snacks I could fit on my plate.
serve
(noun) a source of aid, remedy, or relief
The restaurant was busy, so I needed help from my coworker.
assistance, aid, support, guidance

The word “help” is often used as a phrasal verb: help out.

He wanted to help out, but instead, he was making things more complicated.
“Help!” is a famous song by The Beatles.

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You’re Welcome Synonyms | 15 Polite Alternatives

Looking for another way to say “you’re welcome”? We’ve got you covered with 15 synonyms (and examples) that work in either professional, casual, or heartfelt settings.

What’s Another Way To Say “You’re Welcome”?
There are many different ways to say you’re welcome. A few casual alternatives include no worries, no problem, and anytime.

  • No worries. I’m happy to help!
  • No problem. I’m glad I could assist you.
  • Anytime! Jodie never minds lending a hand.

LanguageTool’s Paraphrasing Tool can help you find even more ways to say you’re welcome.

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English Pronunciation | Tough, Though, and Similar Words

These five words cause a lot of confusion. And with good reason: They all include —ough but have distinct pronunciations.

Correct Use
  • Though /ðoʊ/ has a similar pronunciation to dough and means “in spite of the fact that,” “in spite of the possibility that,” “however,” or “nevertheless.”
  • Thought /θɔːt/ is a noun that means “an individual act or product of thinking,” “a developed intention or plan,” or “something (such as an opinion or belief) in the mind.” The –ought is pronounced like the –ought in fought.
  • Tough /tʌf/ rhymes with rough, and means “difficult to accomplish,” “capable of enduring strain or hardship,” “very hard to influence,” or “characterized by severity or uncompromising determination.”
  • Through /θruː/ can be a preposition, an adverb, or an adjective. It is the homophone of threw because they have identical pronunciations but different meanings.
  • Thorough /ˈθɜːrəʊ/ means “carried through completion,” “marked by full detail,” or “complete in all respects.” The –rough in this word is misleading because it is pronounced like row.

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Hit the Brakes | Meaning & Examples

Both break and brake can be used as a noun or a verb.

As a noun, brake refers to “a device that causes a car or machine to slow down or stop,” whereas the verb means “slowing down or bringing a machine or car to a stop by using a brake.”

Break has a multitude of definitions. But it’s most commonly used as a verb meaning “to separate into parts or pieces as a result of a blow, shock, or strain. As a noun, it typically refers to “an interruption of continuity” or “a pause in work or during an activity.”

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Than vs Then | Difference & Examples

Than can be both a conjunction or preposition used to compare or contrast two or more elements in a sentence (e.g., Jasmine earned the promotion because she is a more productive salesperson than James).

Then has several functions and meanings, but it’s most commonly used as an adverb referring to time (e.g., Usually, we take a poll then decide what movie to watch for our family night).

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