How to say to prop up in Korean

Meaning

지탱하다 means to support or hold something up. You use it when a person or thing keeps something from falling down. It can also be used for giving strength or support to keep something going.

Example sentences

1. 이 막대가 텐트를 지탱해요.

   This pole props up the tent.

2. 그는 무거운 상자를 손으로 지탱했어요.

   He held up the heavy box with his hands.

3. 친구가 넘어질 때 나는 그를 지탱했어요.

   When my friend was falling, I caught him.

4. 이 의자는 제 몸을 잘 지탱해요.

   This chair supports me well.

5. 할아버지는 지팡이로 몸을 지탱해요.

   Grandpa supports himself with a cane.

6. 이 기둥이 다리를 지탱해요.

   This pillar props up the bridge.