ichidan verb, transitive verb
encourage; cheer up; give courage
Transitive verb meaning to give someone courage or emotional support, often in difficult situations.
友達が落ち込んでいたので、勇気づける言葉をかけた。
My friend was feeling down, so I said something to encourage them.
彼の成功は多くの若者を勇気づけた。
His success encouraged many young people.