No. 11,147 in Catalan
sustenta
"Sustenta" means "supports" or "sustains" in English.
In a sentence
L'estudi sustenta la teoria sobre l'evolució.
The study supports the theory of evolution.
In this sentence, 'sustenta' means to provide support or evidence for something.
Aquest pont sustenta una gran quantitat de pes.
This bridge supports a large amount of weight.
Here, 'sustenta' refers to physically holding or bearing weight.
La filosofia que sustenta aquest moviment és molt inspiradora.
The philosophy that underpins this movement is very inspiring.
In this instance, 'sustenta' means to underpin or serve as a foundation for an idea or concept.
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