soutenir
to support, to sustain
Advanced Verb
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Pronunciation
/sut.niʁ/
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Cultural Note
Soutenir conjugates like tenir/venir. 'Soutenir une thèse' means to defend a thesis. Emotional support is highly valued in French relationships.
📝 Example Sentences
Je te soutiens dans ta décision.
I support you in your decision.
Les piliers soutiennent le pont.
The pillars support the bridge.