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Assist

🇬🇧 UK /["/əˈsɪst/","/əˈsɪsts/","/əˈsɪstɪd/","/əˈsɪstɪŋ/"]/ 🇺🇸 US /["/əˈsɪst/","/əˈsɪsts/","/əˈsɪstɪd/","/əˈsɪstɪŋ/"]/

Meaning of Assist

to help somebody to do something

In simple words: To help someone with something.

Assist in a sentence

• I will assist you with your homework tonight.
• The nurse will assist the doctor during the surgery.
• Can you assist in organizing the event next week?
• He offered to assist her when she was feeling overwhelmed.
• The software was designed to assist users in managing their tasks.

How to use Assist

Use 'assist' in places where help is provided. It is suitable for both written and spoken contexts, often used in professional settings. Avoid in casual conversations where simpler terms like 'help' may be preferred.

Grammar pattern

assist + object

Memory hint

Think of 'assist' as 'A-sister' helping you.

Related words

Collocations with Assist

• greatly
• materially
• ably
• be designed to
• in
• with

Synonyms for Assist

• help
• support
• aid
• facilitate
• enable

Opposites of Assist

• hinder
• impede
• obstruct

Common mistakes with Assist

• Using 'assist' without an object (e.g., 'I assist.' should be 'I assist you.').
• Confusing 'assist' with 'resist' due to similar spelling.
• Incorrectly using 'assist' in a passive sentence without context.

Frequently asked questions about Assist

What does Assist mean?

To help someone with something.

What is the definition of Assist?

to help somebody to do something

How do you use Assist in a sentence?

I will assist you with your homework tonight.

Can you give another example of Assist?

The nurse will assist the doctor during the surgery.

What are synonyms for Assist?

Common alternatives include help, support, aid, facilitate, enable.

What is the opposite of Assist?

Opposite meanings include hinder, impede, obstruct.

What words go with Assist?

It commonly pairs with greatly, materially, ably, be designed to, in, with.

What are common mistakes when using Assist?

Using 'assist' without an object (e.g., 'I assist.' should be 'I assist you.'). Confusing 'assist' with 'resist' due to similar spelling. Incorrectly using 'assist' in a passive sentence without context.

How do you pronounce Assist?

US: /["/əˈsɪst/","/əˈsɪsts/","/əˈsɪstɪd/","/əˈsɪstɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/əˈsɪst/","/əˈsɪsts/","/əˈsɪstɪd/","/əˈsɪstɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.

When should I use Assist?

Use 'assist' in places where help is provided. It is suitable for both written and spoken contexts, often used in professional settings. Avoid in casual conversations where simpler terms like 'help' may be preferred.

What CEFR level is Assist?

"Assist" is at B1 level on the CEFR scale.