helper
HEHLP
Helper (noun) means a person or thing that provides assistance. Example: “She works as a kitchen helper on weekends.”
noun
1
A person or thing that provides assistance.
"She works as a kitchen helper on weekends."
"A good dictionary is a helpful helper when learning a language."
How to use helper
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishSomeone or something that helps.
Common pairings
a helpful helper
kitchen helper
lab helper
Vocabulary Flow
Build your vocabulary from words like helper.
Vocabulary Flow serves the next word, and the next — meaning, pronunciation and an example each time. Practice at your level, or learn English in your own language.
Start vocabulary practice
Word forms
- Plural
- helpers
Fill the gap
Can you complete this real example?
She works as a kitchen _____ on weekends.
Etymology
From "help" plus the agent suffix "-er."
Synonyms
View more →Antonyms
Related words
Frequently asked questions
What does “helper” mean?
The word “helper” means a person or thing that provides assistance. In plain terms, someone or something that helps.
How do you pronounce “helper”?
“Helper” is pronounced HEHLP (/ˈhɛlpɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “helper” in a sentence?
Here is “helper” used in a sentence: “She works as a kitchen helper on weekends.”
What part of speech is “helper”?
“Helper” is a noun.
Is “helper” a common word?
“Helper” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B2 level.
