Nuance & Usage
手伝い is the noun form related to helping someone with tasks. It is common in requests such as 手伝いをお願いします and in home/school contexts.
Common Mistakes
Learners may confuse 手伝い and 助け. 手伝い is practical help with tasks, while 助け can include rescue or strong support in difficult situations.
Example Sentences (3)
1
引っ越しの手伝いを友達に頼みました。
ひっこしのてつだいをともだちにたのみました。
I asked my friend for help with moving.
Daily Life
2
母の料理の手伝いをしています。
ははのりょうりのてつだいをしています。
I help my mother with cooking.
3
準備の手伝いが必要なら言ってください。
じゅんびのてつだいがひつようならいってください。
If you need help with preparation, please tell me.
Daily Life
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