Grammar fix
family support
help from family
The practical or emotional help you get from your family members, especially during difficult times.
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Hear it in context
Notice where the phrase sounds natural.
After losing his job, he relied on family support to get through the tough period.
In my opinion, family support is essential for students because it gives them confidence and motivation to succeed.
Fix the pattern
One small grammar move makes it sound right.
Not: I have a strong family support.
Say: I have strong family support.
Uncountable — no 'a'.
Which sounds natural?
Tap the one a native speaker would say.
'Familial assistance' is stiff; 'family support' is the natural phrase.
Build natural chunks
Words that usually travel with it.
family support
- strong
- emotional
- lack of
- rely on