Meaning 1neutral · 82%
To give someone a reason or encouragement to act or keep going.
Natural examples
Die Trainerin motivierte das Team vor dem Finale.
The coach motivated the team before the final.
Ein konkretes Ziel motiviert mich zum täglichen Üben.
A clear goal motivates me to practise daily.
Sie motivierte ihren Bruder, sich erneut zu bewerben.
She encouraged her brother to apply again.
Usage note
Regular inseparable -ieren verb taking an object; the participle has no ge-.
Mini-lesson: motivieren
To give someone a reason or encouragement to act or keep going. Regular inseparable -ieren verb taking an object; the participle has no ge-.
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