American English
/ˈhɛlp.fl̩/
2 syllables · Stress the first syllable.
Useful because it gives information, support, or a practical solution.
Practice out loudUseful because it gives information, support, or a practical solution.
The map was helpful to us.
I found her advice helpful.
helpful advice · helpful information · helpful suggestion · helpful guide
be helpful to someone
find something helpful
Willing to help other people, especially by doing something they need.
The hotel staff were very helpful.
My neighbor was helpful during the move.
helpful staff · helpful neighbor · helpful colleague · helpful attitude
be helpful to someone
be helpful when someone needs help
Use more helpful and most helpful, not helpfuler or helpfullest.