auxilio
“auxilio” means “aid” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
aid, assistance
Also: relief
📝 In Action
Necesitamos auxilio médico urgente para el paciente.
B1We need urgent medical aid for the patient.
El auxilio económico fue distribuido a todas las familias afectadas.
B2The economic assistance was distributed to all affected families.
Aprender primeros auxilios es muy importante.
A2Learning first aid is very important.
Help!
Also: Save me!
📝 In Action
¡Auxilio! ¡El coche se está deslizando!
A1Help! The car is sliding!
Ella gritó '¡Auxilio!' tan fuerte como pudo.
A2She shouted 'Help!' as loud as she could.
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: auxilio
Question 1 of 2
Which sentence uses 'auxilio' as an interjection (a shout)?
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📚 Etymology▼
The word comes directly from the Latin word 'auxilium,' which meant 'help, aid, or support.' The meaning has remained consistent for thousands of years.
First recorded: Around the 13th century (in Spanish)
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between 'auxilio' and 'socorro'?
There is virtually no difference, especially when used as a shout for help (interjection). Both '¡Auxilio!' and '¡Socorro!' mean 'Help!' and are used interchangeably in emergency situations across the Spanish-speaking world.
Can I use 'auxilio' as a verb?
No. 'Auxilio' is the noun form. The verb meaning 'to help or assist' is 'auxiliar.' For example, 'Yo auxilio a mi abuela' (I help my grandmother).