Dictionary-enhanced word family
Word Forms of “Encourage”
To inspire or motivate someone to try or do something.
Word Family of Encourage
What is the noun of encourage? — encouragement
What is the verb of encourage? — encourage
What is the adjective of encourage? — encouraging
How to Use Each Word Form in a Sentence
- My teacher encouraged me to enter the writing competition. B1
- The company encourages its employees to develop new skills. B1
- These statistics encourage further research into renewable energy. B1
Word Form Patterns for Encourage
-ment
Adds **-ment** to make a noun naming the result or action of a verb. Example: encourage → encouragement.
Origin and Word Formation of Encourage
From Old French 'encoragier' (en- + courage).
Common Word Form Mistakes with Encourage
Wrong: The coach encouraged the team playing harder.
Correct: The coach encouraged the team to play harder.
Encourage + object requires to-infinitive, not gerund form.
Frequently Asked Questions About Word Forms of Encourage
What are the word forms of “encourage”?
The confirmed forms are shown in the word family cards above. Missing parts of speech are hidden instead of filled with placeholder text.
What part of speech is “encourage”?
“encourage” is primarily a verb. Some forms above show how the same root works as other parts of speech.
Where does “encourage” come from?
From Old French 'encoragier' (en- + courage).