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I helped him paint the door. vs I helped him to paint the door.

Both phrases are correct and commonly used in English. The choice between using 'paint' or 'to paint' after 'helped' is a matter of personal preference. Both forms are widely accepted and understood.

Last updated: March 23, 2024

I helped him paint the door.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is a common way to express assisting someone in painting something. The verb 'helped' is followed directly by the base form of the verb 'paint.'

Examples:

  • She helped me cook dinner.
  • They helped us clean the house.
  • He helped her fix the car.
  • We helped them move furniture.
  • The children helped their teacher organize the classroom.

Alternatives:

  • I helped him to paint the door.
  • I assisted him in painting the door.
  • I aided him with painting the door.
  • I supported him while painting the door.
  • I gave him a hand with painting the door.

I helped him to paint the door.

This phrase is correct and commonly used in English.

This phrase is also a common way to express assisting someone in painting something. The verb 'helped' is followed by the infinitive form of the verb 'to paint.'

Examples:

  • She helped me to clean the room.
  • They helped us to finish the project.
  • He helped her to bake a cake.
  • We helped them to find a solution.
  • The children helped their teacher to prepare for the lesson.

Alternatives:

  • I helped him paint the door.
  • I assisted him in painting the door.
  • I aided him with painting the door.
  • I supported him while painting the door.
  • I gave him a hand with painting the door.

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