Please assist

USAGE SUMMARY

"Please assist" is correct and usable in written English. You can use it when requesting help or support in a formal or professional context. Example: "Please assist me with this report." Alternative expressions include "Please help" and "Kindly assist."

✓ Grammatically correct

News & Media

Wiki

Formal & Business

Human-verified examples from authoritative sources

Exact Expressions

5 human-written examples

Please assist!" Welsh milks Lucy's entertainment value while hunting bigger game.

The Guardian - Books

"Please assist in the preservation of these hatchlings by closing your blackout curtains by 9 p.m". Blackout curtains?

The New York Times

"Please assist us".

Huffington Post

If your friend(s) is/are addicted to drugs, or you suspect they might have fallen back after quitting, please assist them into getting professional assistance.

WikiHow

Hungry babies have been spread throughout the cabin, so please assist them before you assist yourself.

The New Yorker

Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources

Similar Expressions

53 human-written examples

Dr. Sri was pleased to assist them, though there was not always much for her to do.

The New York Times

"But," he adds hopefully, "if there's anything I can do that might speed you on your way, I am pleased to assist in any way".

The New York Times - Arts

As I ambled with her through the Cardio Room, the Massage Room, the Weights Room, and the Breathing Room, I began to wonder if there was any bodily function with which Pixar was not pleased to assist.

The New Yorker

GORDY'S Don't be ashamed if you don't know what wine to order with your seared minnow; the "incredibly knowledgeable" waiters will be more than pleased to assist.

The New Yorker

And although Trotta is pleased to assist Wanderers' fight against League One relegation he has his long-term sights set on a career with Fulham, where he has netted nine times in seven reserve games this season.

BBC

Please contact my assistant Deborah who will assist with your reservation.

The Guardian - Lifestyle

Expert writing Tips

Best practice

When using "Please assist", be specific about the task or area where assistance is needed to ensure clarity and efficiency.

Common error

Avoid using "Please assist" in casual conversations; opt for simpler alternatives like "Please help" or "Can you help me?".

Linguistic Context

The phrase "Please assist" functions as an imperative, specifically used to make a polite request or command. Ludwig AI confirms that this phrase is grammatically correct and used to solicit help.

Expression frequency: Uncommon

Frequent in

News & Media

40%

Wiki

20%

Formal & Business

20%

Less common in

Science

10%

Encyclopedias

0%

Reference

0%

Ludwig's WRAP-UP

In summary, "Please assist" is a grammatically sound and polite way to request help or support. Ludwig AI confirms its correctness and usability in written English. While not as common as simpler alternatives like "Please help", it maintains a professional and neutral tone, making it appropriate for business, news, and formal communications. When using this phrase, specificity is key to ensuring the recipient understands the required assistance.

More alternative expressions

Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:

Kindly provide assistance

More formal and emphasizes the act of providing help.

Your assistance is requested

Formal and indirect, placing emphasis on the need for assistance.

I would appreciate your help

Expresses gratitude in advance for the help.

I need your assistance

More direct and less polite than the original phrase.

Could you lend a hand

More informal and suggests a less demanding form of help.

I require your aid

More direct and emphasizes the speaker's need.

Please offer your support

Emphasizes support rather than direct help.

Help me, if you please

More polite and slightly old-fashioned.

Your cooperation is needed

Focuses on collaboration to achieve a goal.

Support is welcome

A more passive request for help.

FAQs

How to use "Please assist" in a sentence?

Use "Please assist" when making a polite request for help or support. For example, "Please assist with the setup" or "Please assist in resolving this issue".

What can I say instead of "Please assist"?

You can use alternatives like "Please help", "Kindly assist", or "Can you help me" depending on the context.

Which is correct, "Please assist" or "Please to assist"?

"Please assist" is the correct and more common way to phrase a polite request. "Please to assist" is grammatically incorrect.

What's the difference between "Please assist" and "Please provide assistance"?

"Please assist" is a more concise and direct way to ask for help. "Please provide assistance" is more formal and emphasizes the act of giving assistance.