Support was provided by
Research methodology and reporting expression
Use this to formally credit organizations or people who funded or assisted your professional work.
15초 만에
- A formal way to credit sponsors or helpers.
- Used in reports, presentations, and official documents.
- Shows professional gratitude and transparency.
뜻
This phrase is used to give credit to a person, organization, or resource that helped make something happen. It is like saying 'This was possible because these people helped us.'
주요 예문
3 / 6Ending a research presentation
Financial support was provided by the National Science Foundation.
Financial support was provided by the National Science Foundation.
A community event program
Catering support was provided by Joe's Pizza Shop.
A formal business report
Administrative support was provided by the HR department.
문화적 배경
This expression is deeply rooted in the Western academic and non-profit tradition of public acknowledgment. It became a staple of public broadcasting (like PBS in the US) where 'viewers like you' are thanked. It reflects a culture that values transparency in funding and intellectual honesty.
Be Specific
Don't just say 'support.' Add a word like 'financial,' 'technical,' or 'logistical' to sound even more professional.
Passive Voice is Key
This phrase uses the passive voice (`was provided`). It sounds more objective and formal than saying 'The bank gave us support.'
15초 만에
- A formal way to credit sponsors or helpers.
- Used in reports, presentations, and official documents.
- Shows professional gratitude and transparency.
What It Means
Support was provided by is a formal way to say 'thank you' to your helpers. It identifies the backbone of a project or event. You are telling the world who gave the money, time, or tools. It is the professional version of 'shout out to my team.'
How To Use It
You usually put this phrase at the end of a report or presentation. It acts like the credits in a movie. You follow the phrase with the name of the helper. For example: Support was provided by the local library. It sounds polished and respectful. It makes you look like a pro who appreciates others.
When To Use It
Use it when you finish a big task at work. It is perfect for academic papers or research findings. Use it during a charity event or a community meeting. It works well in formal emails to stakeholders. If someone paid for your coffee, don't use it. If someone paid for your PhD, use it every day!
When NOT To Use It
Avoid this phrase in casual texts with friends. Saying Support was provided by Mom at dinner sounds like a joke. Do not use it for small, personal favors. It is too heavy for a quick 'thanks for the ride.' If the help was accidental, this phrase is too deliberate. Keep it for official business and public recognition.
Cultural Background
In English-speaking professional cultures, acknowledging sources is a huge deal. It is about transparency and ethics. In the UK and US, failing to mention a sponsor is a major social 'faux pas.' It shows you are part of a community, not just a lone wolf. It reflects the value of 'giving credit where credit is due.'
Common Variations
You might see Funding was provided by for money matters. Technical support was provided by is common in IT. Sometimes people say This project was made possible by. All of these share the same 'thank you' DNA. They just change the flavor of the help.
사용 참고사항
This is a high-level C1 expression. It belongs in the 'Passive Voice' category and is strictly for formal or professional registers. Avoid using it in spoken conversation unless you are giving a formal speech.
Be Specific
Don't just say 'support.' Add a word like 'financial,' 'technical,' or 'logistical' to sound even more professional.
Passive Voice is Key
This phrase uses the passive voice (`was provided`). It sounds more objective and formal than saying 'The bank gave us support.'
The 'PBS' Effect
In the US, many people associate this exact phrase with public television. Using it can make your project feel like a high-quality documentary!
예시
6Financial support was provided by the National Science Foundation.
Financial support was provided by the National Science Foundation.
Standard way to credit a government grant.
Catering support was provided by Joe's Pizza Shop.
Shows a local business helped with food.
Administrative support was provided by the HR department.
Acknowledges internal help from another team.
This delicious taco support was provided by my best friend, Sarah.
Using formal language in a casual way for humor.
Archival support was provided by the British Museum.
Credits the source of historical materials.
Emotional and moral support was provided by our dedicated volunteers.
Adds a touch of warmth to a formal structure.
셀프 테스트
Choose the best word to complete the formal credit.
Logistical support was ___ by the event planning team.
While 'given' is okay, 'provided' is the standard professional pairing for this phrase.
Identify the correct preposition.
Support was provided ___ the University of Oxford.
We use 'by' to indicate the agent or source of the support.
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시각 학습 자료
Formality Scale of Giving Credit
Thanks for the help!
Thanks, man!
I appreciate the help.
Thanks to the team for helping.
Official recognition.
Support was provided by...
Where to use 'Support was provided by'
Academic Paper
In the 'Acknowledgements' section.
Art Exhibition
On the wall plaque near the entrance.
Non-profit Website
Listing corporate sponsors.
Business Slide
The final 'Thank You' slide.
자주 묻는 질문
10 질문Yes, you can say Support was provided by Dr. Smith. It is very respectful.
It might sound a bit too stiff. Try Thanks to [Name] for the help instead.
Provided by is more formal and implies a professional arrangement or supply.
No, you do not need a comma. Example: Support was provided by the city.
Usually, yes, because the support has already been given. You can say is provided by for ongoing help.
Yes, it is standard in both British and American English for formal contexts.
Absolutely. It is very common for financial grants and sponsorships.
You can say Support was provided by [Name], [Name], and [Name]. Just list them!
In a formal report, it sounds correct. In a love letter, it sounds like a robot wrote it.
No, 'provided by' is the correct prepositional pairing for the source.
관련 표현
Made possible by
A slightly warmer way to credit a sponsor.
With the assistance of
Used when someone helped but didn't lead the project.
Sponsored by
Specifically for financial or commercial backing.
In collaboration with
Used when two groups worked together as equals.
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