JLPT N4 Elementary
助ける
To save, rescue, or assist someone.
Readings
Other forms
助けます polite form
助けて te-form
助けた past tense
助けられる potential/passive
1 Verb (Ichidan, Transitive)
To save / rescue
Describes the act of rescuing a living being from danger, disaster, or a life-threatening situation.
Example
彼 は 燃えて いる 家 から 子供 を 助け た 。
He rescued the child from the burning house.
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2 Verb (Ichidan, Transitive)
To help / assist
Indicates providing support, resources, or relief to someone struggling with a burden or difficulty.
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