remedy
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to remedy
To solve a problem or improve a bad situation by taking appropriate measures.
Die Regierung versprach, bei der Wohnungsnot schnell Abhilfe zu schaffen.
The government promised to quickly remedy the housing shortage.
'Abhilfe' is almost always used in the fixed expression 'Abhilfe schaffen' (to remedy something / to provide a solution). It means to actively solve a problem or improve a situation.
Gegen den Lärm muss dringend Abhilfe geschaffen werden.
The noise urgently needs to be remedied.
The word is derived from the verb 'abhelfen' (to remedy). The prefix 'ab-' here reinforces the idea of eliminating a problem or 'helping it away.'
Nur neue Gesetze können hier Abhilfe schaffen.
Only new laws can remedy the situation here.
To name the problem for which a solution is being found, you usually use the prepositions 'bei' (+ dative) or 'gegen' (+ accusative).
Die Stadt will bei der Parkplatznot Abhilfe schaffen.
The city wants to remedy the lack of parking spaces.
Outside the expression 'Abhilfe schaffen' (to remedy something / to provide a solution), the word 'Abhilfe' (remedy) on its own is rather rare and belongs in formal or legal contexts.
Der Mieter forderte vom Vermieter sofortige Abhilfe.
The tenant demanded immediate remedy from the landlord.
help
'die Hilfe' and 'die Abhilfe' can both have to do with improving a difficult situation. 'Hilfe' is general and means support from a person, action, or thing. 'Abhilfe' is more specific: it is about a measure that eliminates a particular problem or deficiency. Learners may confuse the words because both sound positive and occur in connection with problems. In practice: when someone provides support, you say 'Hilfe'. When a problem disappears through a solution, 'Abhilfe' fits better. 'Abhilfe' often sounds more formal.
Gegen den Lärm im Büro schafft eine neue Tür endlich Abhilfe.
A new door finally remedies the noise in the office.
Beim Termin bittet Herr Lange um Hilfe, weil er das Formular nicht versteht.
At the appointment, Mr. Lange asks for help because he does not understand the form.