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    Sostén (en. Support)

    /sosˈten/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    Support or help to keep something in place.
    The support of the shelf was damaged.
    El sostén de la estantería estaba dañado.
    Garment that holds the breasts.
    I bought a new support for the occasion.
    Compré un sostén nuevo para la ocasión.
    Emotional or physical help or support.
    I have always found in her a great support.
    Siempre he encontrado en ella un gran sostén.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'sustinere', meaning 'to sustain' or 'to maintain'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    emotional support
    Psychological or emotional aid received by a person.
    sostén emocional
    physical support
    Real support that helps keep something in place.
    sostén físico
    mental support
    Ability to maintain emotional stability in difficult situations.
    sostén mental

    Related Words

    to hold
    To keep something in a place or state.
    sostener
    sustainability
    Ability to remain or endure over time in a balanced manner.
    sostenibilidad

    Slang Meanings

    Support
    At the party, good support was needed for the atmosphere.
    En la fiesta se necesitaba buen sostén para el ambiente.
    Bra
    That 'support' she's wearing looks very comfortable.
    Ese 'sostén' que lleva parece muy cómodo.