encouragement
word · lemma: encourage
/ɛnˈkɝɪdʒmənt/
/ɛnkˈʌɹɪdʒmənt/
Definition
Words, actions, or support given to help someone feel more confident or motivated to do something.
Usage & Nuances
'Encouragement' is used in both formal and informal contexts. Common collocations: 'words of encouragement', 'offer/give encouragement', 'need encouragement'. It refers to emotional and motivational support, not physical help. It is often contrasted with 'discouragement'.
Spanish: ánimo - aliento - estímuloPortuguese (BR): incentivo - encorajamento - estímuloPortuguese (PT): incentivo - encorajamento - estímuloChinese (Simplified): 鼓励 - 鼓舞Chinese (Traditional): 鼓勵 - 鼓舞Hindi: प्रोत्साहनArabic: تشجيعBengali: উৎসাহRussian: поддержка - поощрениеJapanese: 励まし - 激励Vietnamese: sự động viên - sự khích lệKorean: 격려 - 응원Turkish: cesaretlendirme - teşvikUrdu: حوصلہ افزائیIndonesian: dorongan - semangat
Example Sentences
My teacher gave me encouragement before the exam.
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Parents often show encouragement to their children.
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A little encouragement can help people try new things.
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Thanks for your encouragement—it really made a difference.
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Sometimes all you need is a bit of encouragement to keep going.
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Her smile was all the encouragement I needed.
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