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    Apoya (en. Supports)

    [aˈpo.ʝa]

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    verb
    To hold or allow something to be in a stable position.
    She rests her head on the pillow.
    Ella apoya la cabeza sobre la almohada.
    To provide backing or assistance to a person or group.
    Parents support their children in their decisions.
    Los padres apoyan a sus hijos en sus decisiones.
    To establish an opinion or idea with arguments.
    The professor supports his theory with scientific data.
    El profesor apoya su teoría con datos científicos.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'appōnĕre', which means 'to place near'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to support someone
    To provide support or help to a person.
    apoyar a alguien
    does not support
    Does not provide support or backing.
    no apoya
    to rely on something
    To resort to a foundation or argument to uphold an idea.
    apoyarse en algo

    Related Words

    support
    Action of supporting or holding.
    apoyo
    to hold
    To keep something in a firm position.
    sostener
    assistance
    Action of helping or supporting someone.
    asistencia

    Slang Meanings

    To give moral or emotional support.
    He always supports me when I am going through a tough time.
    Siempre me apoya cuando estoy pasando por un mal momento.
    To collaborate on an activity or project.
    In the group, everyone supports each other to finish the work.
    En el grupo, todos se apoyan para terminar el trabajo.