English–German

“helper” in German

German

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈhɛlfɐ/

Example

Der Helfer hilft beim Umzug.

The helper is helping out with the move.

Illustration for Helfer (helper)

How to say “helper” in German

“Helper” in German is Helfer.

A person at the side of a practical task, passing tools, carrying things, or taking over a small part of the work.

Full entry for Helfer: usage tips, similar words and word origin

Example sentences with Helfer

Sie engagierte einen Helfer im Haushalt für den Großputz.

She hired a household helper for the deep cleaning.

Tips for using Helfer

  • The related verb helfen takes a dative object, as in jemandem helfen, and this case pattern remains useful when describing what a Helfer does.

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