“Backing” in Japanese
Short answer
Backing in Japanese is “後ろ盾” (ushirodate). Full meaning: backing, support, backer, supporter, patron, sponsor; shield that protects one's back.
Other ways to say “Backing” in Japanese
擁立
youritsu backing (for a position), giving support to, helping (someone) to a position
裏当て
uraate backing, lining
裏付け
urazuke support (e.g. for an argument), backing, proof, evidence, corroboration, substantiation, guarantee, security
バックアップ
bakkuappu backing (an initiative, candidate, etc.), support; backing up (another player), covering; backup
後押し
atooshi pushing, support, backing, supporter, backer; pushing from behind (a cart, etc.), pusher
幇助
houjo assistance, backing, support; aiding and abetting (a crime), abetment
裏打ち
urauchi lining, backing; backing up (e.g. a theory), support, bolstering
支持
shiji support, backing, endorsement, approval; propping up, holding up, support
後援
kouen support, backing
助勢
josei encouragement, backing, reinforcements
支援
shien support, backing, aid, assistance
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