helpful — Giving or ready to give assistance; useful and making a situation easier or better.
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: Giving or ready to give assistance; useful and making a situation easier or better.
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈhelpfəl/
Korean meaning: 도움이 되는, 유용한, 친절한
Korean pronunciation: 헬프-풀 (강세: 헬프)
Example Sentences
- My GPS is really helpful, except when it tells me to turn into a lake.
- The customer service representative was incredibly helpful in solving my problem.
- This app is so helpful that it even reminds me to breathe - which is both helpful and concerning.
helpful
ADJECTIVE//ˈhelpfəl//
Giving or ready to give assistance; useful and making a situation easier or better.
Giving or ready to give assistance; useful and making a situation easier or better.
When you're truly helpful, even the yelp-full become peaceful!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Old English 'helpan' meaning 'to help or assist,' combined with the suffix '-ful.' This word literally means 'full of help' or 'providing assistance.'
🎵Rhyme
📝Examples
“My GPS is really helpful, except when it tells me to turn into a lake.”
“The customer service representative was incredibly helpful in solving my problem.”
“This app is so helpful that it even reminds me to breathe - which is both helpful and concerning.”
“Your feedback was very helpful for improving our service.”
📚Related Words
Synonyms
Antonyms
Want to master 19,000+ words?
Sign up free for flashcards & quizzes.