Pilar (en. Pillar)

/piˈlaɾ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
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.
Fundamental base on which something rests.
Education is an essential pillar of society.
La educación es un pilar esencial de la sociedad.

Etymology

From Latin 'pillar', meaning column or support.

Common Phrases and Expressions

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
pillars of the community
Elements or people that uphold a community.
pilares de la comunidad

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.