to support
US /tə səˈpɔrt/
UK /tə səˈpɔːt/
动词
1.
支撑, 支持
to bear all or part of the weight of; hold up
示例:
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The pillars support the roof.
柱子支撑着屋顶。
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He used a cane to support himself.
他用拐杖支撑自己。
2.
支持, 拥护
to give approval, comfort, or encouragement to
示例:
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Her family always supported her decisions.
她的家人总是支持她的决定。
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We need to support local businesses.
我们需要支持当地企业。
3.
养活, 供养
to provide with a home and the necessities of life
示例:
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He works hard to support his family.
他努力工作以养活家人。
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The government provides aid to support low-income families.
政府提供援助以支持低收入家庭。
名词
1.
支撑, 支架
a thing that bears the weight of something or keeps it upright
示例:
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The bridge needs stronger supports.
这座桥需要更坚固的支撑。
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He leaned against the wall for support.
他靠在墙上以获得支撑。
2.
支持, 帮助
emotional or practical help
示例:
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She received a lot of support from her friends.
她从朋友那里得到了很多支持。
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The community offered financial support to the victims.
社区向受害者提供了财政支持。