Helping others: support, care, shared effort

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be there for

быть опорой для

opp:

let down

to be available to give help and comfort when needed

Volunteers are there for people who have nobody else to talk to.

It is important to be there for friends when they are going through a difficult time.

do your bit

вносить посильный вклад

syn:

play your part

to make a small but useful contribution to a shared effort

I help at the community garden because I want to do my bit.

Everyone can do their bit to improve the neighbourhood, even by picking up litter.

get back on your feet

встать на ноги

syn:

regain your independence

to become able to manage your life independently again after difficulties

Training helped my uncle get back on his feet after he lost his job.

The charity helps homeless people get back on their feet through housing and job support.

give up your time

жертвовать своим временем

syn:

devote your time

to use hours you could spend on yourself for the benefit of others

Many teenagers give up their time to help at local events.

I am willing to give up some of my time to teach younger children chess.

lend a helping hand

протянуть руку помощи

syn:

offer assistance

to give practical help to someone

I try to lend a helping hand when a classmate has missed school and needs to catch up.

Neighbours can lend a helping hand to older people by carrying heavy shopping.

look out for

make a difference to

offer practical support

respond to needs

show kindness to

stand by

support people in need