Cool MateMeaning of Encouraging
that gives somebody support, courage or hope
In simple words: Making someone feel good and want to try harder.
Encouraging in a sentence
- This month's unemployment figures are not very encouraging.
- You could try being a little more encouraging!
- Despite the encouraging findings, we remain cautious.
How to use Encouraging
Use 'encouraging' when talking about support. It's appropriate in both casual and professional contexts, but avoid it in very critical situations or when giving tough feedback.
Grammar pattern
encouraging + object
Memory hint
Think of 'in-courage-ing' — giving someone the courage to try.
Related words
Collocations with Encouraging
- encouraging words
- encouraging message
- encouraging feedback
Synonyms for Encouraging
- supportive
- inspiring
- motivating
- uplifting
- promoting
Opposites of Encouraging
- discouraging
- demotivating
Common mistakes with Encouraging
- Confused with 'encouraged' which is the past tense.
- Overusing it in negative contexts, instead of positive support.
- Using 'encouraging' incorrectly as a noun.
Encouraging appears in
Encouraging in other languages
- Arabicالعربية
مشجع
يجعل شخصًا ما يشعر بالرضا ويرغب في بذل المزيد من الجهد.
- Bengaliবাংলা
উৎসাহব্যঞ্জক
কাউকে ভালো অনুভব করানো এবং আরও চেষ্টা করতে উৎসাহিত করা।
- GermanDeutsch
Ermutigend
Jemanden gut fühlen lassen und ihn motivieren, sich mehr anzustrengen.
- SpanishEspañol
Alentador
Hacer que alguien se sienta bien y con ganas de esforzarse más.
- Persianفارسی
دلگرم کننده، تشویق کننده
باعث میشه کسی احساس خوبی داشته باشه و بخواد بیشتر تلاش کنه.
- FrenchFrançais
Encourageant
Qui donne envie à quelqu'un de continuer et de faire mieux.
- Hindiहिन्दी
प्रोत्साहित करने वाला
किसी को अच्छा महसूस कराना और और मेहनत करने के लिए प्रेरित करना।
- ItalianItaliano
Incoraggiante
Che fa sentire bene qualcuno e lo fa venire voglia di impegnarsi di più.
- PortuguesePortuguês
Encorajador
Fazendo alguém se sentir bem e com vontade de se esforçar mais.
- RussianРусский
Ободряющий
Заставляет кого-то чувствовать себя хорошо и хотеть стараться больше.
- Urduاردو
حوصلہ افزا
کسی کو اچھا محسوس کروانا اور مزید کوشش کرنے پر آمادہ کرنا۔
- Chinese中文
鼓励的
让人感觉良好并想更努力的。
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Frequently asked questions about Encouraging
What does Encouraging mean?
Making someone feel good and want to try harder.
What is the definition of Encouraging?
that gives somebody support, courage or hope
How do you use Encouraging in a sentence?
This month's unemployment figures are not very encouraging.
Can you give another example of Encouraging?
You could try being a little more encouraging!
What are synonyms for Encouraging?
Common alternatives include supportive, inspiring, motivating, uplifting, promoting.
What is the opposite of Encouraging?
Opposite meanings include discouraging, demotivating.
What words go with Encouraging?
It commonly pairs with encouraging words, encouraging message, encouraging feedback.
What are common mistakes when using Encouraging?
Confused with 'encouraged' which is the past tense. Overusing it in negative contexts, instead of positive support. Using 'encouraging' incorrectly as a noun.
How do you pronounce Encouraging?
US: /["/ɪnˈkɜːrɪdʒɪŋ/"]/, UK: /["/ɪnˈkʌrɪdʒɪŋ/"]/. Listen to the audio above to hear native pronunciation.
When should I use Encouraging?
Use 'encouraging' when talking about support. It's appropriate in both casual and professional contexts, but avoid it in very critical situations or when giving tough feedback.
What CEFR level is Encouraging?
"Encouraging" is at C1 level on the CEFR scale.