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    Pilar (en. Pillar)

    /piˈlaɾ/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Fundamental base on which something rests.
    Education is an essential pillar of society.
    La educación es un pilar esencial de la sociedad.
    Person who provides support or help in a specific context.
    She is the pillar of her family, always supporting them.
    Ella es el pilar de su familia, siempre apoyándolos.
    Architectural element that supports a load.
    The pillars of the ancient cathedral are impressive.
    Los pilares de la antigua catedral son impresionantes.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'pillar', meaning column or support.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    pillars of the community
    Elements or people that uphold a community.
    pilares de la comunidad
    fundamental pillar
    Base or essential element in a context.
    pilar fundamental
    to be a pillar
    To be a person who provides support or help.
    ser un pilar

    Related Words

    support
    Element that serves to support something.
    sostén
    column
    Vertical structure that supports a load.
    columna
    base
    Bottom part that supports something.
    base

    Slang Meanings

    A person trusted for receiving support.
    She is the pillar of my life, always there when I need her.
    Ella es el pilar de mi vida, siempre está ahí cuando la necesito.
    Key element in a situation.
    That decision was the pillar of the project's success.
    Esa decisión fue el pilar del éxito del proyecto.