I'm glad I could help. vs I'm glad I can help.

Both phrases are correct, but they are used in slightly different contexts. 'I'm glad I could help' is used when referring to past actions, while 'I'm glad I can help' is used when referring to present or future actions.

Last updated: April 01, 2024 • 85 views

I'm glad I could help.

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to past actions.

This phrase is used to express satisfaction or gratitude for being able to assist someone in the past.

Examples:

I'm glad I could help you with your project.
Thank you for fixing my computer. I'm glad I could help.
She was struggling with her homework, so I'm glad I could help her understand the concepts.

Alternatives:

I'm happy I was able to help.
I'm pleased I could assist.
I'm relieved I could be of assistance.
I'm thankful I could lend a hand.
I'm grateful I could support you.

I'm glad I can help.

This phrase is correct and commonly used when referring to present or future actions.

This phrase is used to express satisfaction or gratitude for being able to assist someone in the present or future.

Examples:

If you ever need help, just let me know. I'm glad I can help.
I'm glad I can help you with your presentation tomorrow.
Knowing sign language, I'm glad I can help the deaf community.

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I'm glad I can help.
I'm glad I can help you as a character witness.
Good. I'm glad I can be funny.
I'm glad I can be of some help.
I'm glad I can be of assistance.
Thanks, I'm glad I can rely on you in everything.
I'm glad I can say hello to you, sir.
I'm glad I can count on you.
I know the dangers they face out there in the street, and I'm glad I can do something to keep them safe.
I'm glad I can still make you?
But I'm glad I can still smile about her, you know?
and I'm glad I can share this with you, Virtual.
I'm glad I can.
I'm glad I can help.
I'm glad I can help.
I'm glad I can help.
I'm glad I can help.
I'm glad I can contribute to the success... of the bank and its shareholders.
I'm just glad I can help put that monster away.
I'm very glad I can still taste it.
I'm really glad I can open up to you.

Alternatives:

I'm happy I can assist.
I'm pleased I can be of help.
I'm relieved I can support you.
I'm thankful I can lend a hand.
I'm grateful I can offer my assistance.

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