Download
Translate Files
search close
    https://lingvanex.com/translate/ Translate Text https://app.lingvanex.com/ Translate Files

    Apoyado (en. Supported)

    /a.poˈja.ðo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    adjective
    That has support or backing.
    The painting is supported against the wall.
    El cuadro está apoyado en la pared.
    People who are in a situation of support or backing.
    They are supported by their friends during the crisis.
    Están apoyados por sus amigos durante la crisis.
    In situations of trust or security.
    He feels supported in his decision.
    Se siente apoyado en su decisión.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'apoyar', which comes from the Latin 'appodiare'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    supported by
    Based on something, especially an idea or argument.
    apoyado en
    to be supported
    To be in a situation of support or help.
    estar apoyado
    to support someone
    To offer support or help to someone.
    apoyar a alguien

    Related Words

    support
    Sustenance or support given to something or someone.
    apoyo
    to hold
    To keep something in a position or state.
    sostener
    to back
    To provide support to a person or thing.
    respaldar

    Slang Meanings

    In informal terms, it refers to someone who does not have their own initiative.
    He is very supported; he always depends on others to decide.
    Es muy apoyado, siempre depende de otros para decidir.
    Used to describe someone who is led by others.
    That girl is very supported; she never does anything without consulting her friends.
    Esa chica es muy apoyada, nunca hace nada sin consultar a sus amigas.