鼓舞 (gǔ wǔ): to inspire, to encourage; inspiring

Meaning & Stroke Order

HSK 6verb, adjective

Word info

Pinyin
Meaning: to inspire, to encourage; inspiring
Characters: 2
Part of speech: verb, adjective
HSK level: HSK 6

Full definitions

to inspire
to encourage
to hearten
to boost (morale)

Chinese explanation

使人振作起来，增强信心或勇气，常指用语言、行动或精神力量激励别人。
受到激励后情绪高涨、充满干劲的状态。

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Character breakdown

HSK 5

drum

HSK 7

to dance

Example sentences

Upon hearing the news that his older sister had been admitted to university, the younger brother felt greatly inspired and decided to spend an extra hour reviewing his lessons every day.

This song expresses the courage of ordinary people pursuing their dreams and has inspired many young people to leave their hometowns to strive in big cities.

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