"help sb. in doing sth." vs "help sb. to do sth."
Is it correct to say "help sb. in doing sth."?
If it's right, what's the difference with "help sb. to do sth." ?
and,which one would be much oral?

thx. :)

Question

"help sb. in doing sth." vs "help sb. to do sth."
Is it correct to say "help sb. in doing sth."?
 If it's right, what's the difference with "help sb. to do sth." ? 
and,which one would be much oral?

thx. :)

Answer

"Help sb in" is used with a noun
"Help sb do" is used with a verb.  "Do" can also be omitted in this case, depending.
"I helped him with his studies."
"They helped in the search for the lost dog."
"An occasional break helps me to think."
"He helped him to do his homework."
"He helped her lift the bag."

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