This is the 820th most frequent Russian word.
помогают
"Help" or "assist" (they help/assist).
The word 'помогают' is used in its literal sense of providing assistance in doing something.
Родители помогают детям с домашним заданием.
Parents help children with their homework.
Here, 'помогают' signifies the abstract notion of enabling or facilitating a condition.
Законы помогают поддерживать порядок в обществе.
Laws help maintain order in society.
In this sentence, 'помогают' conveys offering support or aid during challenging situations.