pomocowe

Pomocowe is a Polish adjective derived from the noun pomoc meaning help or aid. It describes items, roles, or functions that provide assistance rather than being essential or primary. The term is commonly used in compound phrases to denote auxiliary or supporting aspects, such as sprzęt pomocowy (assistive equipment) or narzędzia pomocowe (aids).

In usage, pomocowe typically marks something that supplements core operations. It contrasts with terms like podstawowy (main, fundamental) and signals that the described element offers support or facilitation rather than being indispensable. The word appears across various domains, including healthcare, education, industry, and administration.

Examples of common expressions include sprzęt pomocowy (assistive equipment), narzędzia pomocowe (assistive tools), usługi pomocowe (support services), and personel pomocowy (support staff). In healthcare and rehabilitation, devices described as pomocowe are those that enhance independence and daily functioning for patients. In educational settings, pomocowe materiały or formy wsparcia refer to learning aids and tutoring or mentoring assistance.

The term is widely found in Polish-language manuals, policy documents, and glossaries, where resources are categorized as core versus auxiliary. While it can refer to tangible tools, it also encompasses intangible support, such as advisory services or administrative assistance.

See also: pomoc, pomocniczy, sprzęt medyczny, technologie asystujące.