French word

épauler

Pronunciation

IPA/epole/

Meaning

  • verbhelp

Example

Si tu as besoin d'aide, je t'épaulerai.

If you need help, I'll help you.

Illustration for épauler (help)

More examples

Elle a épaulé sa sœur financièrement.

She supported her sister financially.

Core concept

A shoulder placed under someone's load, sharing the effort until a specific task is done.

Common phrases

  • épauler financièrement

    support financially

  • épauler moralement

    provide moral support

Similar words

aider: To lend a hand to someone in need.
assister: To help someone while being present during an activity or situation.
accompagner: To help someone by accompanying them in their actions.
soutenir: To provide support through practical help or encouragement.

Definition in French

Mettre son appui ou ses compétences au service de quelqu'un pour l'aider dans une tâche précise.

Word origin

Épauler derives from French épaule, 'shoulder', and extends the act of lending a shoulder to providing practical support.

Usage tips

  • Épauler takes the person helped as a direct object, as in épauler un collègue, and often uses dans for the task or context.

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