Side with Meaning in English
expression
ˈsaɪd/ /ˈwɪð/, /ˈwɪθ/, /wɪð/, /wɪθ
SYDE with or SYDE widh
sˈaɪd/ /wˈɪð
SYDE WITH
Definition
To support or choose to agree with one person or group in an argument or conflict.
Usage & Nuances
Usually used in social or conflict situations. It is often followed directly by the person or group you support, e.g., 'side with my friend.' Neutral in register. Different from just 'agree with,' as it implies taking a position in a disagreement.
Spanish: ponerse del lado de - apoyarPortuguese (BR): ficar do lado de - apoiarPortuguese (PT): ficar do lado de - apoiarChinese (Simplified): 支持（某人） - 偏袒Chinese (Traditional): 支持（某人） - 偏袒Hindi: का पक्ष लेना - साथ देनाArabic: يؤيد - ينحاز لـBengali: পক্ষে থাকা - সমর্থন করাRussian: стать на сторону - поддерживатьJapanese: 味方する - 支持するVietnamese: đứng về phía - ủng hộKorean: 편을 들다 - 지지하다Turkish: taraf tutmak - birinin yanında olmakUrdu: کا ساتھ دینا - حمایت کرناIndonesian: memihak - berpihak
Example Sentences
I always side with my brother when we argue.
basic
The teacher refused to side with anyone during the debate.
basic
Why did you side with her instead of me?
basic
When it comes to politics, she always sides with the opposition.
natural
In family arguments, Dad tends to side with Mom.
natural
I'm not going to side with anyone until I hear both stories.
natural