inspirieren
Translation
to inspire, to animate, to spark
Examples
Seine Rede hat mich sehr inspiriert.
His speech inspired me greatly.
Künstler inspirieren sich oft gegenseitig.
Artists often inspire each other.
Grammar Patterns
((sb.)) ((to sth.)) to inspire (sb.) (to sth.) He inspired her to come up with new ideas.
Similar Words
Synonyms: anregen, motivieren, beflügeln; Antonyms: entmutigen
Etymology
From Latin 'inspirare' (to breathe into), from 'in-' (into) + 'spirare' (to breathe).
Memory Tips
It's a cognate of the English 'inspire'. Think of breathing a new 'spirit' into someone or something.