VocabJLPT N1
assistance
NounSuru VerbIntransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. assistance
  2. 2. support
This word means "help," "assistance," or "support" given to someone in need. It is a somewhat formal or literary term and is used when describing the act of lending aid to another person in their efforts or difficulties.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Admitting you're struggling and asking for help — there's nothing wrong with that.

Sentence 2

The deadline is approaching, so I humbly ask for your assistance.

Sentence 3

An unexpected breakdown made it necessary to call on the mechanic's assistance.

Sentence 4

Our business continuity plan also anticipates assistance from outside organizations.

Sentence 5

The secretariat operates with the assistance of related organizations.