support / backing
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support / backing
The moral, emotional, or financial support that one receives from other people or groups.
Ohne den Rückhalt seiner Familie hätte er die schwere Zeit nicht überstanden.
Without the support of his family, he would not have gotten through the difficult time.
The word consists of 'Rück-' (from Rücken, back) and 'Halt' (support/hold). Figuratively, it describes the idea that someone is standing behind you and giving you support. This image helps you understand the meaning 'support'.
In Krisenzeiten ist der Rückhalt durch Freunde besonders wichtig.
In times of crisis, support from friends is especially important.
'Rückhalt' (support/backing) is often combined with certain verbs. You can say 'Rückhalt haben' (to have support), 'Rückhalt geben' (to give support), 'Rückhalt finden' (to find support), or 'Rückhalt genießen' (to enjoy/have strong support).
Die neue Managerin genießt großen Rückhalt im Team.
The new manager enjoys strong support within the team.
To specify the type of support, 'Rückhalt' (support/backing) is often combined with adjectives. Common examples are 'moralischer Rückhalt' (moral support), 'finanzieller Rückhalt' (financial backing), or 'politischer Rückhalt' (political support).
Ohne den finanziellen Rückhalt seiner Sponsoren könnte der Sportler nicht trainieren.
Without the financial backing of his sponsors, the athlete would not be able to train.
help
'die Hilfe' and 'der Rückhalt' both describe support. 'Hilfe' is often concrete: someone explains something, carries something, gives money, or helps solve a problem. 'Rückhalt' is more like personal or social support. You get it from family, friends, a team, or a group that stands behind you. The words can be confused because both are forms of support. When it is about a concrete action, 'Hilfe' is more natural. When it is about trust, courage, or emotional or financial security, 'Rückhalt' fits better.
Beim neuen Projekt gibt mir mein Team viel Rückhalt.
In the new project, my team gives me a lot of support.
Im Urlaub brauchst du Hilfe, wenn du den Weg zum Bahnhof nicht findest.
On vacation, you need help if you cannot find the way to the train station.