This is the 174th most frequent Korean word.
지원
"지원" means "support" or "assistance" in English.
In this sentence, '지원' (jiwon) means 'support' and is used to describe assistance or aid in a context of providing educational resources.
회사는 직원들에게 다양한 교육 지원을 제공합니다.
The company provides various educational supports for its employees.
Here, '지원' (jiwon) means 'apply' or 'application' and refers to the act of submitting a request to be considered for admission.
대학교에 입학하려고 지원서를 작성 중이에요.
I am currently filling out an application to apply for university admission.
In this case, '지원' (jiwon) signifies personal or emotional support in encouraging someone towards their goals.