This is the 13945th most frequent Spanish word.
sostengo
"I hold" or "I sustain."
In this sentence, 'sostengo' is used figuratively to express support for an opinion or belief.
Sostengo que cada persona merece respeto.
I maintain that every person deserves respect.
Here, 'sostengo' is used literally to describe the act of physically holding or supporting an object.
Con cuidado, sostengo el vaso para que no se caiga.
Carefully, I hold the glass so it doesn't fall.
In this context, 'sostengo' represents maintaining or defending a stance, elaborating on an abstract form of support.