helpfully
/ˈhelpfəli/ (bre, ipa) · /ˈhelpfəli/ (ame, ipa)
helpfully — adverb
1. so as to make something easier to do, understand, or deal with — for example, by
so as to make something easier to do, understand, or deal with — for example, by giving useful information, doing a small task for someone, or pointing them in the right direction.
Diya helpfully drew a small map so Hugo could find the train station.
modifies a concrete action verb (drew)
The librarian helpfully pointed Beatriz toward the cookbooks at the back of the room.
common pattern: subject + helpfully + verb of guidance
Hamza explained the rules again, this time more helpfully, using examples from the game.
The instructions on the box helpfully showed each step with a small picture.
Felipe helpfully offered to carry the heavy box up the stairs for his neighbor.
- usefully
stresses practical value of the result rather than the helper's intent
- obligingly
stresses willingness to do a small favour for someone
- supportively
stresses emotional or moral backing, not practical aid
- unhelpfully
in a way that fails to provide what is needed, or makes things harder
用法筆記
Frequently modifies verbs of giving information or assistance (explain, point out, suggest, offer, show). Often appears with an inanimate subject such as a sign, label, or set of instructions that aids the reader.