Βοήθησέ με
voithise me
The phrase "help me" in Greek is translated as Βοήθησέ με (voithise me).
This phrase is used to make a request for assistance when someone is facing a difficulty or is in need of help.
Which one should you use?
While Βοήθησέ με is used to ask for assistance, it should not be confused with the specific cry used during an emergency, which is Βοήθεια!
How does it change in a sentence?
The form Βοήθησέ με is the singular imperative, which means it is used when you are addressing one person informally.
How do you pronounce it?
voithise me
Did you know?
- In Ancient Greek, the root of βοηθώ was specifically used for soldiers calling to their comrades in the heat of battle.
- The word βοήθεια describes not just a person helping, but can also refer to the actual physical aid or 'relief' provided, such as supplies sent to a disaster zone.
- In many Greek contexts, using the singular Βοήθησέ με with a stranger might sound overly intimate or blunt, whereas using the formal plural version is more culturally appropriate.
Examples in context
- Βοήθησέ με να καταλάβω!Help me understand!This sentence shows how to use the phrase to ask for help with understanding.Tatoeba #4703680 by pinkmpnster, translation #6157153 by amoeba
- Βοήθησέ με να το σηκώσω.Help me lift it.This sentence shows how to use the phrase to ask for help with lifting something.Tatoeba #5538068 by Zeus, translation #5338806 by mailohilohi
- Βοήθησέ με, σε παρακαλώ.Help me, please.This sentence shows how to use the phrase with the word please.Tatoeba #5548256 by Zeus, translation #267179 by CK
- Βοηθήστε με, παρακαλώ!Help me, please!
- Βοήθα με, ρε φίλε!Help me, buddy!
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Example conversation
Kostas is struggling to carry a heavy box into the house.
- Κώστας KostasΒοήθησέ με, Μαρία, είναι πολύ βαρύ.Voíthisé me, María, íne polý varý.Help me, Maria, it is very heavy.
- Μαρία MariaΦυσικά, Κώστα, έρχομαι αμέσως.Fysiká, Kosta, érchome amésos.Of course, Kostas, I am coming right away.
- Κώστας KostasΕυχαριστώ πολύ για τη βοήθεια.Efcharistó polý gia ti voítheia.Thank you very much for the help.
- Μαρία MariaΠαρακαλώ, δεν ήταν τίποτα.Parakaló, den ítan típota.You're welcome, it was nothing.
Sources
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
