Apoyó (en. Support)

/aˈpo.ʝo/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Support or help given to someone.
The support from his friends was crucial in his recovery.
El apoyó de sus amigos fue fundamental en su recuperación.
Moral or physical support.
I will always count on my family's support.
Siempre contaré con el apoyó de mi familia.
verb
To sustain or provide support to something.
The bridge supported the weight of the truck without problems.
El puente apoyó el peso del camión sin problemas.

Etymology

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

Common Phrases and Expressions

to give support
To offer help or backing to someone.
dar apoyo
emotional support
Emotional support provided to a person in difficult times.
apoyo emocional
mutual support
Reciprocal help between people.
apoyo mutuo

Related Words

support
Noun that refers to the action of supporting.
apoyo
to support
Verb that means to provide support or backing.
apoyar

Slang Meanings

To provide backing in informal situations.
I always give support in his crazy decisions.
Siempre le doy apoyó en sus decisiones locas.
Help in everyday life.
I need support to get the job.
Necesito un apoyó para conseguir el trabajo.