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Chinese

gǔwǔ
Meaning: to inspire; to encourage; heartening
Part of Speech: Verb, Adjective

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Example sentences

老師的勉勵鼓舞了學生的士氣。
老师的勉励鼓舞了学生的士气。
The teacher's encouragement boosted the students' morale.
這本書收錄了許多作家的語錄,讀者常能從中找到鼓舞自己的話。
This book collects many quotations from writers, and readers often find words of encouragement in them.
得知團隊獲獎後,大家都歡欣鼓舞。
After learning that the team had won an award, everyone was filled with joy and enthusiasm.

Usage Notes

Used both as a verb meaning to inspire or as an adjective meaning heartening/encouraging.

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