Aid vs. aide

What does aid mean?

Aid is a verb meaning to help or a noun which means assistance.

For example:

·      Let me aid you in your quest.

·      Can I offer any aid?

What does aide mean?

Aide is a noun which means a helper or assistant to someone higher up.

For example:

·      The teacher’s aide is here to her you with today’s lesson.

·      The presidential aide has made the arrangement’s for today’s visit.

What’s the difference between aid and aide?

Aid can be a verb which means to help or a noun which means assistance. Aide, on the other hand, is a noun which refers to a helper or assistant.

For example:

·      The teacher’s aide is trained in first aid.