サポーター
also: サポータ
Meanings
1
supporter (gear); athletic supporter; jockstrap
Refers to supportive gear worn on the body, especially in sports. Can mean a jockstrap or a wrist/knee supporter.
I wear a knee supporter when I run.
Soccer players often wear athletic supporters.
2
Refers to a person who supports a sports team, especially in soccer. Also used for financial or moral backers.
He is a devoted supporter of the soccer team.
This project has many backers.
Usage patterns
- 〈場所〉にサポーターをつけるto put a supporter on (a body part)
I put a supporter on my knee before exercising.
- 〈チーム〉のサポーターになるto become a supporter of (a team)
He became a supporter of the local team.
- 熱心なサポーターan enthusiastic supporter/fan
She is an enthusiastic supporter of the team.