No. 1,122 in Dutch
ondersteunen
To support.
In a sentence
Ik kan je ondersteunen in het leren van nieuwe vaardigheden.
I can support you in learning new skills.
The word 'ondersteunen' is used here in the context of providing assistance or help to someone in their endeavors.
De stevige fundering zal het gebouw ondersteunen.
The solid foundation will support the building.
Here, 'ondersteunen' refers to the act of physically supporting, as in providing a stable base for something.
Het onderzoek wordt ondersteund door een gerenommeerde universiteit.
The research is supported by a renowned university.
In this usage, 'ondersteunen' means offering resources or endorsement for a particular project or initiative.
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