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How to pronounce encourage
Say it like this: /ɛnˈkɝɪdʒ/. Listen to real recordings below and compare how it sounds in different accents.
American/ɛnˈkɝɪdʒ/
What does encourage mean?
verbTo mentally support; to motivate, give courage, hope or spirit.
“I encouraged him during his race.”
To spur on, strongly recommend.
“We encourage the use of bicycles in the town centre.”
To foster, give help or patronage.
“The royal family has always encouraged the arts in word and deed.”
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