ermuntern
encourage
Jemandem Mut machen oder ihn dazu bringen, etwas zu tun.
The German word "ermuntern" is a verb that means "to encourage" or "to motivate". It is derived from the prefix "er" and the verb "muntern" which means "to cheer up". "Ermuntern" can also mean "to spur on" or "to inspire". Similar words in German include "anregen" (to stimulate), "motivieren" (to motivate), and "beflügeln" (to inspire).
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Examples
Ich ermuntere dich, dein Bestes zu geben.verb
I encourage you to do your best.
Sie ermuntern die Kinder zum Lernen.verb
They encourage the children to learn.
Sie ermuntern ihn, aktiv zu bleiben.verb
They encourage him to stay active.
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