To support (emotionally) in Spanish
To support (emotionally) in Spanish is apoyar (ah-poh-YAHR).
- Spanish
- apoyar
- Say it
- ah-poh-YAHR
- Note
- Soportar usually means tolerate or bear, though it can support weight.
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Questions about apoyar
How do you say to support (emotionally) in Spanish?
To support (emotionally) in Spanish is apoyar. Soportar usually means tolerate or bear, though it can support weight.
How do you pronounce apoyar?
Say it ah-poh-YAHR. The syllable in capitals is stressed: YAHR. This guide follows Latin American Spanish.
What does apoyar mean in English?
In English, apoyar means to support (emotionally).
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