Hebrew · Common Verbs
לעזור
la'azor
To help
Beginnerverb
Definition
To make something easier for someone.
Example
אני עוזר לאמא במטבח.
I help my mom in the kitchen.
Etymology
The Hebrew verb 'לעזור' (la'azor) comes from the root 'ע-ז-ר' (A-Z-R), which is associated with helping and assistance. This root is also found in other Semitic languages, reinforcing its ancient origins in the concept of support.
How & Where It’s Used
'לעזור' is commonly used in both spoken and written Hebrew, in informal and formal contexts alike, often when offering assistance. It is widely understood across various dialects of Hebrew spoken in Israel.