helpen→ to helpDutch word meaning
"helpen" is a A1-level Dutch word meaning "to help". Below you can find 16 example sentences with audio to help you understand how to use it in real Dutch conversations.
16 stories
Example Sentences
At the Pharmacy
Ze vraagt hoe ze kan helpen.
She asks how she can help.
Baking a Cake
Haar moeder helpt haar.
Her mother helps her.
Catching a Cold
'Dit helpt je keel,' zegt ze.
'This will help your throat,' she says.
The Lion and the Mouse
'Op een dag zal ik je helpen.'
'One day I will help you.'
Student and Teacher
'Ja, Tom? Hoe kan ik je helpen?' vraagt ze.
'Yes, Tom? How can I help you?' she asks.
Shopkeeper and Customer
'Hoe kan ik u vandaag helpen?' vraagt ze.
'How can I help you today?' she asks.
Asking for Directions
'Kunt u mij helpen?'
'Can you help me?'
The Missing Item
Mia wil helpen.
Mia wants to help.
At the Library
'Hallo, kan ik u helpen?' vraagt de bibliothecaris.
'Hello, can I help you?' the librarian asks.
The Taxi Ride
De chauffeur helpt met de koffer.
The driver helps with the suitcase.
Parent and Child
'Kun je me helpen?'
'Can you help me?'
Giving Directions
'Kunt u mij helpen?'
'Can you help me?'
Ordering Office Supplies
Anna helpt graag.
Anna is happy to help.
Buying a Smartphone
Een verkoper kwam haar helpen.
A salesperson came to help her.
Buying a Car
Haar vader bood aan haar te helpen een goede auto te vinden.
Her father offered to help her find a good car.
Bank Teller Conversation
'Goedemorgen, hoe kan ik u vandaag helpen?' vroeg de bankmedewerker.
'Good morning, how can I help you today?' asked the teller.