No. 1,179 in German
helfer
"Helfer" means "helper" or "assistant" in English.
In a sentence
Der Helfer der Veranstaltung trug ein Namensschild.
The helper of the event wore a name tag.
Here, 'Helfer' functions as a noun referring to someone who assists in a specific role or activity.
Wir brauchen einen Helfer, um die Dekorationen rechtzeitig aufzustellen.
We need a helper to set up the decorations on time.
In this sentence, 'Helfer' is used to describe a warranted role fulfilling a task or providing assistance.
Der technologische Helfer hat die Fehler in der Maschine diagnostiziert.
The technological helper diagnosed the errors in the machine.
Here, 'Helfer' is used metaphorically to refer to a technological gadget or software assisting in a specific purpose.
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