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    Respaldo (en. Back)

    /resˈpal.ðo/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    The back or support of a piece of furniture, such as a chair or a sofa.
    The back of the chair is very comfortable.
    El respaldo de la silla es muy cómodo.
    Support or protection offered to someone in a difficult situation.
    I need the backing of my friends on this project.
    Necesito el respaldo de mis amigos en este proyecto.
    Documentation or evidence that supports a claim or an argument.
    The support for his claim is in the report.
    El respaldo de su afirmación está en el informe.

    Etymology

    It derives from the verb 'respaldar', which comes from the term 'respaldo' in Spanish.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to provide support
    To provide support or help to someone.
    dar respaldo
    moral support
    Emotional support offered to someone.
    respaldo moral
    legal backing
    Assistance or protection provided in legal matters.
    respaldo legal

    Related Words

    to back
    To support or give backing to something or someone.
    respaldar
    support
    Sustenance or help that is provided.
    apoyo
    support
    An element that holds or provides stability.
    soporte

    Slang Meanings

    Support or help on the street.
    I always have the backing of my neighborhood.
    Siempre tengo el respaldo de mi barrio.
    Vote or backing in a political situation.
    The candidate needs the backing of his party.
    El candidato necesita el respaldo de su partido.