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VocabJLPT N3
to encourage
Godan VerbTransitive Verb

Definitions

  1. 1. to encourage
  2. 2. to cheer on
  3. 3. to raise (one's voice)
A verb meaning to encourage, cheer up, or give moral support to someone. It is used when you want to boost someone's confidence or lift their spirits when they are feeling down or struggling.

Example sentences

Sentence 1

Please make sure the performance review comments are encouraging for the employees.

Sentence 2

Even when my research hit a wall, my colleagues were there to encourage me.

Sentence 3

Can you tell me that the choice I made wasn't wrong?

Sentence 4

She encouraged her team while also making responsibilities clear.

Sentence 5

Who do you have in your life that tells you "you can do it"?