Spanish Word · Intermediate
sustentar
to support, underpin, uphold
Pronunciation: /sustenˈtaɾ/
Meaning
to support, underpin, uphold
Example
un profesor como ese podría echar por tierra “los principios” sobre los cuales se sustenta el resentimiento encumbrado.
a teacher like that could overthrow "the principles" on which high resentment is based.
Practice tips
- Practice sustentar out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Spanish word is for intermediate-level learners.