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initiation of help
[/ɪˌnɪʃiˈeɪʃən əv hɛlp/]
noun phrase
pl: initiations of help
iniciação de ajuda
1.
The act of beginning or starting to provide assistance or support to someone
The initiation of help from the emergency services was rapid and effective.
A iniciação de ajuda dos serviços de emergência foi rápida e eficaz.
2.
The process of introducing or commencing a helping intervention or program
The initiation of help for homeless individuals began with a community assessment.
A iniciação de ajuda para pessoas sem abrigo começou com uma avaliação comunitária.
Synonyms
commencement of assistance
start of support
beginning of aid
onset of help
Antonyms
cessation of help
termination of assistance
withdrawal of support
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
iniciação de ajuda
Standard usage in formal and informal contexts
Portugal
início da ajuda
More commonly used alternative in European Portuguese
São Paulo
começo de assistência
Alternative phrasing used in business and institutional contexts
Related Idioms & Phrases
lend a helping hand
extend a hand
come to someone's aid
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