עוזר
ozer
The Hebrew word for helper is עוזר (ozer).
The term refers to a person who assists someone else in performing a task or job.
What does it mean word for word?
The word עוזר is the present tense participle of the verb לעזור (la'azor), which means 'to help'.
How does it change in a sentence?
The form of the word changes based on the gender and number of the people being described. Use עוזרת for a feminine helper, עוזרים for masculine plural helpers and עוזרות for feminine plural helpers.
How do you pronounce it?
ozer
Did you know?
- In modern Israel, calling someone an עוזרת without further context is often understood as referring to a domestic cleaning lady rather than a general assistant.
- While עוזרים usually refers to people, the related word עזרים is used to describe inanimate tools or physical aids used to complete a task.
- In biblical texts, the term 'helper' עזר is used interchangeably to describe both a human companion and the divine assistance of God.
Examples in context
- האישה הזו הייתה מְעוֹזרת אמיתית לכל הקהל.This woman was a true helper to the whole community.
- אני צריך עוזר למסיבה.ani tsarich ozer la'mesiba.I need a helper for the party.
Example conversation
Noa and Itay are cleaning the house together.
- נועה Noaאיתי, אתה עוזר נהדר.Itay, ata ozer nehedar.Itay, you are a wonderful helper.
- איתי Itayתודה, אני שמח לעזור.toda, ani sameach la-azor.Thanks, I am happy to help.
- נועה Noaאתה רוצה להיות העוזר שלי גם מחר?ata rotze lihyot ha-ozer sheli gam machar?Do you want to be my helper tomorrow too?
- איתי Itayבטח, אני אבוא.betach, ani avo.Sure, I will come.
