How Do You Spell SUPPORTS?

Pronunciation: [səpˈɔːts] (IPA)

The correct spelling of the word "supports" is determined by the sound it makes. "Supports" is spelled with two "p's" because of the "p" sound heard in the second syllable. The IPA (International Phonetic Alphabet) transcription for "supports" is /səˈpɔːts/, which breaks down into four syllables- /sə/ for the first syllable, /ˈp/ for the second syllable, /ɔː/ for the third syllable, and /ts/ for the final syllable. The spelling of "supports" reflects its phonetic makeup.

SUPPORTS Meaning and Definition

1. Supports is a noun that refers to a system, structure, or device that helps to hold something or keep it upright. It is typically used to describe physical objects or mechanisms that provide assistance, stability, or reinforcement to an object or framework. Supports often come in the form of brackets, beams, or other supporting structures that are used to strengthen or assist the main component they are attached to.

   In a metaphorical sense, supports can also refer to emotional, social, or financial assistance given to someone in need. It encompasses the act of providing encouragement, aid, or resources to help someone cope with difficult situations or achieve their goals. Support in this context can be offered through various means such as advice, guidance, monetary donations, or even just a sympathetic ear to listen and validate one's feelings.

   Additionally, supports can be understood as evidence or reasoning used to back up an argument or point of view. It involves presenting facts, data, or examples to reinforce and substantiate a claim, theory, or belief. Such supports play a crucial role in building credibility, convincing others, and strengthening the overall argument or perspective being presented. They can take the form of research findings, expert opinions, statistics, or anecdotes that serve to validate the main idea. Overall, supports serve as pillars of strength, assistance, and validation that help uphold, encourage, or fortify various aspects of our lives.

Top Common Misspellings for SUPPORTS *

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• suport 0.9433962%
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* The statistics data for these misspellings percentages are collected from over 15,411,110 spell check sessions on www.spellchecker.net from Jan 2010 - Jun 2012.

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Etymology of SUPPORTS

The word "supports" originates from the Latin word "supportare", which is a combination of two Latin words: "sub" meaning "under" or "beneath", and "portare" meaning "to carry". In Old French, the word "supporter" emerged, which eventually led to the English term "supports". The word "supports" refers to devices or structures that bear weight or provide assistance to something else.

Similar spelling words for SUPPORTS

• subvert,
• subpart,
• superhet,
• supportive,
• suppurate,
• suborder,
• supertax,
• support,
• supporting,
• suppuration,
• supported,
• supportable,
• suppurative,
• supporter.

Conjugate verb Supports

CONDITIONAL

I would support

we would support

you would support

he/she/it would support

they would support

FUTURE

I will support

we will support

you will support

he/she/it will support

they will support

FUTURE PERFECT

I will have supported

we will have supported

you will have supported

he/she/it will have supported

they will have supported

PAST

I supported

we supported

you supported

he/she/it supported

they supported

PAST PERFECT

I had supported

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PRESENT

I support

we support

you support

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they support

PRESENT PERFECT

I have supported

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you have supported

he/she/it has supported

they have supported

I am supporting

we are supporting

you are supporting

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