German word

Rückhalt

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈʁʏkˌhalt/

Meaning

  • masculine nounsupport

Example

Ich habe keinen Rückhalt.

I don't have any support.

Illustration for Rückhalt (support)

More examples

Ohne familiären Rückhalt fiel ihm die Entscheidung schwer.

Without family support, the decision was difficult for him.

Core concept

A stable rear support that allows a person, decision, or course of action to withstand pressure.

Common phrases

  • seinen Rückhalt verlieren

    lose his support

  • politischen Rückhalt

    political support

  • starken Rückhalt

    strong support

Similar words

Unterstützung: Practical assistance that helps with a task or difficulty.
Rückendeckung: Protection and backing that make words or actions safer.
Beistand: Aid and support offered during difficult times.
Hilfe: Immediate help in a difficult situation.

Definition in German

Rückhalt bezeichnet die Grundlage oder Unterstützung, die jemandem ermöglicht, Entscheidungen oder Handlungen sicher zu tragen.

Word origin

The German compound Rückhalt joins Rück- 'back' with Halt 'hold', referring to something that holds or supports from behind.

Usage tips

  • Rückhalt is normally used as a singular mass noun, with common phrases such as Rückhalt gewinnen, Rückhalt verlieren, and Rückhalt haben.

Other meanings

  • backingnoun
  • mainstaynoun

Opposites

Related words

  • Rückhaltlosigkeitlack of supportnoun

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