Verb

unterstützen

Translation

to support, to assist, to back, to promote

Ich unterstütze dieses Projekt voll und ganz.

I fully support this project.

Unterstütze deine Freunde, wenn sie Hilfe brauchen.

Support your friends when they need help.

((j-n/et4)) unterstützen to support sb./sth. I support your decision.

((j-n)) ((bei+3)) unterstützen to support sb. with sth. Can you support me with the work?

Synonyms: helfen (to help), fördern (to promote); Antonym: behindern (to hinder)

From 'unter' (under) + 'stützen' (to prop, support). Literally 'to prop up from under'.

Imagine putting a prop *under* something to hold it up. This physical act of support helps remember the meaning.