ermutigend
Translation
encouraging, heartening, uplifting
Examples
Das war eine sehr ermutigende Nachricht.
That was very encouraging news.
Seine Worte wirkten ermutigend auf das Team.
His words had an encouraging effect on the team.
Grammar Patterns
((as an adjective)) encouraging That is an encouraging sign.
Similar Words
Synonyms: uplifting, positive; Antonyms: discouraging, disheartening
Etymology
The present participle of the verb 'ermutigen' (to encourage), which comes from 'er-' (to make) + 'Mut' (courage) + '-igen' (verb suffix).
Memory Tips
Think of it as the action of giving someone 'Mut' (courage).