Swedish · Common Verbs
To help
To do something that makes things easier for someone.
Kan du hjälpa mig med väskan?
Can you help me with the bag?
'Hjälpa' comes from the Old Norse 'hjálpa', which means 'to help'. The word emphasizes support and assistance and has maintained its core meaning over time.
'Hjälpa' is used informally and formally in both spoken and written language, particularly common in contexts where aid or support is discussed.