Spanish word

auxiliar

Pronunciation

IPA/auksiˈljaɾ/

Meaning

  • noun (m./f.)assistant

Example

El auxiliar ayuda al profesor.

The assistant helps the teacher.

Illustration for auxiliar (assistant)

More examples

El auxiliar de cocina probó la salsa.

The kitchen assistant tasted the sauce.

Core concept

Support staff member who assists a primary worker.

Common phrases

  • auxiliar de cocina

    kitchen assistant

  • auxiliar de tienda

    shop assistant

Similar words

asistente: Administrative assistant who supports meetings, schedules, and office workflows.
ayudante: On-the-ground helper who gives direct practical help with tasks and errands.

Definition in Spanish

Persona cuyo papel es apoyar labores o funciones específicas y facilitar el trabajo de la persona principal.

Word origin

From Latin auxilium 'help' via medieval Latin auxiliarius 'one who helps', Spanish auxiliar came to mean a person who provides assistance for specific tasks.

Usage tips

  • As a noun, auxiliar often forms job titles with de + role (auxiliar de enfermería, auxiliar administrativo), so de usually signals a professional post rather than a casual helper.

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