helper

noun
UK: /ˈhelpə/
US: /ˈhelpər/

  1. A person who helps someone else.

    1. My little brother is a great helper in the kitchen.
    2. She's been a real helper to me since I started this new job.

  2. A device or tool that makes a task easier.

    1. This tool is a helper for opening tight jars easily.
    2. The software includes a built-in helper for creating complex spreadsheets.

  3. An employee whose job is to assist someone with their work.

    1. The plumber brought a helper to assist with the large job.
    2. The electrician needed a helper to pull the thick cable through the wall.

Synonyms

aide ally supporter colleague assistant

Frequently Asked Questions

The word "helper" in English means: A person who helps someone else., A device or tool that makes a task easier., An employee whose job is to assist someone with their work..

The phonetic transcription of "helper" is /ˈhelpə/ in British English and /ˈhelpər/ in American English. Click the 🔊 button to hear both pronunciations.

Synonyms for "helper": aide, ally, supporter, colleague, assistant.

Example usage of "helper": "My little brother is a great helper in the kitchen.". More examples on the page.