支える
ささえる
sasaeru
VocabularyLevel 37 - JLPT N3

Meaning

support

hold · sustain

Signification

soutenir

Tenir · Soutenir

Memory Aid

Meaning ·

The word 支える (ささえる) means 'support'. Think of each kanji component contributing to the overall meaning of support.

Example Sentences

彼女が家族を支えている。

かのじょがかぞくをささえている。

She is supporting the family.

Elle soutient la famille.

友達が辛いときに私を支えてくれた。

ともだちがつらいときにわたしをささえてくれた。

My friends supported me when I was going through a tough time.

Mes amis m'ont soutenu dans les moments difficiles.

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