ayuden
“ayuden” means “help” in Spanish. It has 2 different meanings depending on context:
help
Also: assist, give a hand
📝 In Action
¡Por favor, ayuden a su abuela con las maletas!
A2Please, help your grandmother with the suitcases!
No se queden ahí parados, ¡ayuden!
A2Don't just stand there, help!
help
Also: should help
📝 In Action
Quiero que ellos nos ayuden con el proyecto.
B1I want them to help us with the project.
Es importante que ustedes me ayuden.
B1It is important that you all help me.
🔄 Conjugations
subjunctive
imperfect
present
indicative
preterite
imperfect
present
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✏️ Quick Practice
Quick Quiz: ayuden
Question 1 of 2
Which of these is a correct direct command to a group?
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📚 Etymology▼
From the Latin verb 'adiutare', which is a stronger version of 'adiuvare', meaning to give assistance or to support.
First recorded: 12th century
Cognates (Related words)
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does 'ayuden' mean 'they help'?
Not usually. 'Ayudan' (with an 'a') means 'they help.' 'Ayuden' (with an 'e') is used for giving commands or expressing wishes and hopes.
Is 'ayuden' used in Spain?
Yes! In Spain, it is used when addressing a group formally (ustedes) or for expressing wishes. For informal commands in Spain, you would use 'ayudad' (vosotros).