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2012.03.09
Hello again! We end this important week on a hopeful note. Enjoy!
ENCOURAGE 励ます、勇気づける、促進する
- To encourage someONE is to give them confidence, hope, or support.
To encourage someTHING is to help it to happen or develop. - encourage を人に対して使う場合、その人に自信や希望を与えたり、応援したりする、という意味です。
encourage を物事に対して使う場合、それが実現したり、発展したりするよう手助けする、という意味です。
- (CEO)
Although we've had a rough few years, I'm encouraged by the latest revenue figures. - He's been a lifelong mentor for me, supporting and encouraging me in both my studies and professional career.
- My parents always encouraged me to go to business school.
- (coffee shop owner)
Stamp cards are an easy way to encourage customer loyalty.
And be sure to join us next week, when the WordMaster goes shopping!