🇯🇵 Japanese phrases

How to Say "Help" in Japanese

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
助けて
"Help" in Japanese · say it like tah-skeh-teh

The most natural way to say "Help" in Japanese is 助けて. Tap the speaker above to hear it, then say it back out loud. That is the fastest way to make it stick.

Other ways to say it

手伝って
used when asking for help with a specific task
助けてください
more polite way to ask for help

When to use it

Use '助けて' when you need immediate help or support. It is often used in emergencies or when you feel overwhelmed. You can also use it casually among friends when you need assistance.

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Examples in Japanese

JapaneseEnglish
助けて、誰か!Help, someone!
この問題を解決するのを手伝って。Please help me solve this problem.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse '助けて' with '助ける', which means 'to help' instead of 'help me'.

The fastest way to remember it

Vocabulary you only read fades fast. Vocabulary you say out loud sticks. Hear 助けて, repeat it a few times, then use it in a real sentence. SPAIKING lets you practice exactly that, speaking Japanese with a coach that corrects your pronunciation in real time. You can start with two free conversations.

Frequently asked questions

When should I use '助けて'?

Use it when you need urgent help or support from someone.

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