No. 363 in Romanian
susține
"Susține" means "to support" or "to sustain" in English.
In a sentence
Am încercat să susțin un discurs în fața unei audiențe mari.
I tried to deliver a speech in front of a large audience.
Here, 'susține' means 'to deliver or present', particularly in the context of speaking or giving a performance.
El susține că este nevinovat în această situație.
He claims that he is innocent in this situation.
In this sentence, 'susține' means 'to claim or assert' as in expressing a belief or stance.
Acest pod este proiectat pentru a susține o greutate mare.
This bridge is designed to support a heavy weight.
Here, 'susține' is used in the sense of 'to support or bear', referring to physical support or weight bearing.
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