WORD DETAIL
鼓舞
こぶ
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Study notes
1. Origins, structure, and basic meaning
- Structure:
鼓舞, readこぶ, means inspiring or encouraging someone so that their resolve and energy rise. - Basic usage: A coach can actively encourage players, while
鼓舞されるdescribes being inspired by applause.
2. Common pitfalls and similar expressions
- Encouragement that raises resolve
- It covers a coach actively encouraging players with words and a performer being inspired by colleagues' applause.