unterstützen
to support
Intermediate Verb
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Pronunciation
/ʊntɐˈʃtʏt͡sn̩/
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Cultural Note
In Germany, parents are legally obligated to financially support their children through education (Unterhaltspflicht), even into adulthood if they are still studying. This legal support obligation also extends to elderly parents needing care.
📝 Example Sentences
Meine Familie unterstützt mich in allem.
My family supports me in everything.
Die Eltern unterstützen ihre Kinder finanziell.
The parents support their children financially.
Wir müssen uns gegenseitig unterstützen.
We must support each other.