Meaning 1formal · 82%
Using the assistance of a person or tool to achieve something.
Natural examples
Mithilfe einer Karte fanden wir den versteckten Weg.
With the help of a map, we found the hidden path.
Das Gerät misst den Abstand mithilfe eines Lasers.
The device measures distance using a laser.
Mithilfe ihrer Nachbarn renovierte sie den Garten.
With help from her neighbours, she renovated the garden.
Usage note
Preposition usually followed by genitive. The two-word spelling mit Hilfe is also common.
Mini-lesson: mithilfe
Using the assistance of a person or tool to achieve something. Preposition usually followed by genitive. The two-word spelling mit Hilfe is also common.
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