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helping

Pronunciation: [/ˈhɛlpɪŋ/]

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helping: meanings and example sentences

Learn how to use helping in a sentence: 9 audio examples across 3 meanings.

Context: “assistance”

(noun) when someone gives support or aid to another person. Imagine you're carrying a heavy box and someone helps you by holding the door open.

Example

She offered her helping hand to the new student struggling with their homework.

Example

He refused any helping from his classmates, insisting on doing the project alone.

Example

Do you think a helping hand would make things easier for you?

Context: “portion”

(noun) a serving of food given to someone, especially in a meal. It's like when your mom puts food on your plate at dinner time.

Example

Grandma gave me an extra helping of mashed potatoes because she knows I love them.

Example

I didn't have room for the second helping of dessert after such a big meal.

Example

Can I have another helping of spaghetti, please?

Context: “providing aid”

(verb) to give support or aid to someone who needs it, like when you assist a friend with their homework or offer comfort to someone who's upset.

Example

She is helping her younger brother with his math homework.

Example

He refused to help his friend with the project, leaving them to struggle on their own.

Example

Can you help me figure out this puzzle?

How to pronounce helping

Pronunciation: [/ˈhɛlpɪŋ/]

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