Encourage
9 lettersverbcommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
To give support, confidence, or hope to someone, or to promote or foster an action or behaviour. It involves inspiring others to take positive steps.
“Teachers should encourage students to ask questions and explore their curiosity.”
Pronunciation
IPA
/ɪnˈkʌrɪʤ/
Syllables
en·cour·age
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Three E's with EN- prefix; -AGE ending is a common pattern
Scrabble
Worth 13 points; the G and C provide decent scoring potential
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