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How to Say "Help" in Latin

The SPAIKING TeamJuly 27, 2026
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The most natural way to say "Help" in Latin is adiuva. 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

auxilium
more formal, often used in written contexts
subvenio
used in the context of coming to someone's aid

When to use it

Use 'adiuva' when you are asking someone for help in a direct and informal way. It is suitable in everyday conversations. For more formal requests, consider using 'auxilium'.

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Examples in Latin

LatinEnglish
Adiuva me, quaeso.Help me, please.
Non possum hoc facere sine tua adiutoria.I cannot do this without your help.
Common mistake
Learners often confuse 'adiuva' with 'adiutor', which means helper or assistant.

The fastest way to remember it

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

Frequently asked questions

How do I say 'I need help' in Latin?

You can say 'Auxilium mihi opus est.'

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