French word

entraide

Pronunciation

IPA/ɑ̃tʁɛd/

Meaning

  • feminine nounmutual aid

Example

L'entraide entre voisins est essentielle.

Mutual aid among neighbors is essential.

Illustration for entraide (mutual aid)

More examples

Au bureau, l'entraide entre collègues facilite le travail quotidien.

At the office, mutual assistance among colleagues makes daily work easier.

Core concept

Neighbors forming a chain of practical help, each person supporting the next.

Common phrases

  • entraide entre collègues

    mutual assistance among colleagues

  • service d'entraide

    mutual-aid service

Similar words

solidarité: A strong sense of unity focused on supporting people in difficulty.
aide: Direct help given to someone who needs it.
assistance: The provision of needed assistance or support.
soutien: Support that helps someone physically or emotionally.

Definition in French

Solidarité pratique entre personnes qui se rendent mutuellement service dans la vie quotidienne.

Word origin

The noun combines entre-, meaning among or between, with aide, from Old French aide and ultimately Latin adiutare, related to adiuvare.

Usage tips

  • Entraide is feminine, so standard forms include l'entraide, une entraide, and de l'entraide.

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