sustentamos

Sustentamos is the first-person plural present indicative form of the Spanish verb sustentar, meaning "we sustain," "we support," or "we maintain" in English. The verb derives from the Latin sustentare, combining sub- ("under") and tentare ("to hold"), which reflects the concept of holding up or supporting from below.

In linguistic contexts, sustentamos is used in Spanish to express collective action of maintaining, supporting, or upholding something tangible or abstract. For example, "sustentamos nuestra posición" means "we maintain our position," while "sustentamos la economía" translates to "we support the economy."

The term has gained particular relevance in environmental and social discourse, where it relates to sustainability practices. In this context, sustainability refers to meeting present needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own needs. When organizations or communities state "sustentamos," they often emphasize collective responsibility for environmental stewardship, social equity, and economic viability.

Sustainability concepts have become integral to corporate strategies, urban planning, and international policy frameworks following the 1987 Brundtland Commission report, which popularized the definition of sustainable development. The Spanish-language emphasis on "sustentamos" reflects a growing global recognition that sustainability requires collective action rather than individual effort.

In professional and academic contexts, the term frequently appears in fields ranging from environmental science to business management, where it emphasizes the collaborative nature of sustainable practices and shared responsibility for resource management.