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Spanish Phrase

¿Quién puede ayudar con esta disputa?

/ˈkje̞n ˈpweðe aʝuˈðaɾ kon ˈes.ta disˈpu.ta/
Meaning"Who can help with this dispute?"
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Meaning

The sentence asks 'Who can help with this dispute?' It is a direct question looking for a person who has the ability or authority to intervene in a conflict.

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When to use

Use this phrase when a disagreement, legal matter, or any kind of conflict arises and you need to identify the person who can step in and assist, whether in a workplace, family setting, or formal/legal context.

✦Grammar Breakdown

¿Quiénpuedeayudarconestadisputa?

1

¿Quién

Interrogative pronoun meaning 'who', used to ask about a person.

2

puede

Third‑person singular present of poder, indicating ability or permission.

3

ayudar

Infinitive verb meaning 'to help'; follows poder in a construction of ability.

4

con

Preposition meaning 'with', linking the verb to the object of assistance.

5

esta

Demonstrative adjective (feminine singular) that points to something close to the speaker.

6

disputa

Feminine noun meaning 'dispute' or 'conflict'.

🗨In Conversation

A

¿Quién puede ayudar con esta disputa?

Who can help with this dispute?

Creo que el mediador del sindicato puede ayudar.

I think the union mediator can help.

B

✕Common Mistakes

  • ¿Quién puedes ayudar con esta disputa?

    Use 'puede' (third person) unless you are directly addressing the person you think can help.

  • ¿Quién puede ayuda con esta disputa?

    After 'puede' you need the infinitive 'ayudar', not the noun 'ayuda'.

  • ¿Quién puede ayudar con este disputa?

    'Disputa' is feminine, so the correct demonstrative is 'esta', not 'este'.

↔Alternatives

  • ¿Quién puede asistir en esta disputa?

    Who can assist in this dispute?

  • ¿Quién está capacitado para ayudar con esta disputa?

    Who is qualified to help with this dispute?

  • ¿Quién puede intervenir en esta disputa?

    Who can intervene in this dispute?

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Cultural Tip

In many Spanish‑speaking cultures, asking for help with a dispute often involves turning to an authority figure—such as a manager, union representative, or community elder—rather than peers. Using a polite tone (e.g., adding 'por favor') can make the request sound more respectful, especially in formal settings.