Spanish Conversation · Level 44
75 words
Spanish word
sustentar
Pronunciation
IPA/sustenˈtaɾ/
Meaning
- verbsupport
Example
Mi trabajo me sustenta.
My job supports me.
More examples
Para sustentar su tesis, presentó datos claros.
To support his thesis, he presented clear data.
Core concept
A steady supply of food, money, and care that keeps a person or activity going.
Common phrases
sustentar a alguien
support someone
sustentar una familia
support a family
sustentar una tesis
support a thesis
Similar words
mantener: Keeps a person, household, or thing going through regular money, care, or upkeep.
sostener: Physically supports something from below to hold it up and prevent falling.
apoyar: Gives help, encouragement, or backing to a person, idea, or action.
financiar: Provides money for a project, activity, or person as financial backing.
Definition in Spanish
Significa proporcionar a una persona, actividad o cosa los recursos necesarios para que continúe o subsista.
Word origin
From Latin sustentāre (sub 'under' + tenēre 'to hold'), originally 'hold up beneath', which developed into providing or maintaining what lets a person or activity continue.
Usage tips
- Sustentar is common in formal or written contexts for supporting a household or activity, while mantener is more frequent in everyday speech.