προσφεύγω σε (κάποιον) για βοήθεια

verbal phrase formal
Translations
  • to turn to (someone) for help
  • to appeal to (someone) for assistance
Forms
προσέφυγε στον X για βοήθεια
Usage Notes

Often used with 'σε' + accusative case

Etymology

From Ancient Greek προσφεύγω (to flee towards, take refuge with)

Cultural Context

Common in formal or official contexts

Commonality

70%

Guessability

40%

Mnemonics

  • Think of 'pros' (towards) + 'feugo' (flee) = running towards someone for help

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