N-, mag-/si-, magpaN-, mag-/si--redup (more than 2 people)
To help s.o. do s.t.; to rescue or save s.o. from danger or financial ruin.
When the suffix -an is added it denotes helping s.o. with a physical task. Without the -an it means to help out s.o.'s person by saving them from danger or financial ruin.
If your load is heavy, I'll help you carry it.
If you start to drown, I will rescue you.