KanjiJLPT N1
Encourage

exhort, urge, encourage

Mnemonic

The general stands on a big stage before his troops. He raises his sword high and delivers a thundering speech to encourage every last soldier. The big platform amplifies his voice, and the general's words ignite a fire in their hearts—no one retreats today.
Additional thoughts
Picture a decorated general atop an oversized podium, his booming voice encouraging thousands. General sits on top, Big on the bottom—mirroring the kanji structure.
Quick recall
A general on a big stage roars a speech to encourage his army.

Details

The keyword for 奨 is encourage. This kanji conveys the idea of urging someone forward, supporting their efforts, or recommending a course of action. It carries a sense of actively promoting or fostering positive behavior, achievement, or development. It is commonly associated with concepts like encouragement, recommendation, and the awarding of prizes or scholarships to motivate others.
On'yomi
しょう、そう
Kun'yomi
すす.める