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The phono-semantic compound 助 uses the radical 力 (strength) on the right to indicate exertion of energy, while the left component 且 provides the phonetic element. Together, they convey the idea of applying one's strength to support another. This gives 助 its core meaning of helping or assisting, covering both physical aid and more abstract forms of support, cooperation, or encouragement.
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他经常帮助我。
我们需要互助。
她是一名助理。
这个工具很有助。
助教正在批改作业。
他们的支持助长了我们的信心。
在比赛中，观众们大声助威。
政府提供了经济援助。