Soutenait (en. Supported)
[sutənɛ]
Meaning & Definition
EnglishFrench
verb
To maintain something in a state or defend an idea.
He argued that science is essential for the future.
Il soutenait que la science est essentielle pour l'avenir.
To be in favor of something.
She strongly advocated for women's rights.
Elle soutenait fermement les droits des femmes.
To finance or provide financial support.
This organization supported cultural projects.
Cette organisation soutenait des projets culturels.
Etymology
From the verb soutenir, from the Latin 'sustinere'.
Common Phrases and Expressions
to support a project
To help or finance a project.
soutenir un projet
to support an idea
To endorse or defend an opinion.
soutenir une idée
to support someone in their efforts
To offer help or support to a person.
soutenir quelqu'un dans ses efforts
Related Words
support
Action of supporting or helping.
soutien
sustainable
That which can be supported, which is viable.
soutenable
supporting
One who supports.
soutenant
Slang Meanings
To be there for someone.
He is always there, he supported my choices.
Il est toujours là, il soutenait mes choix.
To support without judging.
I supported his lifestyle even though it wasn't mine.
Je soutenais son style de vie même si ce n'était pas le mien.