Dictionary entryCEFR B1verb
encourage
IPA pronunciation: /ɪnˈkʌrɪdʒ/
Listen to the pronunciationRussian meaning
поощрять, ободрять
English definition
To give someone confidence or support to do something.
Example
My teacher encouraged me to enter the writing competition.
Collocations
- encourage someone to do
- encourage participation
- encourage growth
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