support
word
/səˈpɔɹt/
suh-PORT
/səpˈɔːt/
suh-PAWT
Definition
To help someone or something continue, succeed, or stay strong. It can also mean holding something up physically, or agreement and encouragement for a person, idea, or cause.
Usage & Nuances
Very common as both a noun and a verb. Common patterns: 'support someone', 'support a team', 'support a decision', 'financial support', and 'technical support'. 'Support' is broader than 'help' and often suggests ongoing assistance, approval, or structure.
Spanish: apoyo - apoyarPortuguese (BR): apoio - apoiarPortuguese (PT): apoio - apoiarChinese (Simplified): 支持 - 支撑Chinese (Traditional): 支持 - 支撐Hindi: समर्थन - सहारा देनाArabic: دعم - يدعمBengali: সমর্থন করা - সাহায্য করা - সহায়তাRussian: поддерживать - поддержкаJapanese: 支える - 支援する - 応援するVietnamese: hỗ trợ - ủng hộKorean: 지원하다 - 지지하다Turkish: desteklemek - destekUrdu: حمایت کرنا - سہارا دیناIndonesian: mendukung - dukungan
Example Sentences
My friends support me when I feel sad.
basic
Thanks for supporting me through all of this.
natural
If your phone stops working, call tech support.
natural
These walls support the roof.
basic
I support this idea.
basic
Our team needs more support from the company.
natural