Italian Word · Intermediate
sostenere
to support / to sustain / to assert
Pronunciation: so-ste-NE-re
Meaning
To provide support for someone or something, either physically or emotionally; also to maintain a position or argument.
Example
Dobbiamo sostenere le nuove iniziative.
We must support the new initiatives.
Practice tips
- Practice sostenere out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this Italian word is for intermediate-level learners.