How to Say "encourages" in Spanish
The most common Spanish word for “encourages” is “empuja” — use 'empuja' when 'encourages' means to provide support, motivation, or a driving force behind someone's actions or goals..
empuja
/em-POO-hah//emˈpu.xa/
Examples
Su determinación la empuja a alcanzar sus metas.
Her determination encourages her to reach her goals.
Su ambición empuja su carrera profesional.
His ambition drives his professional career.
La crisis empuja a la gente a buscar soluciones.
The crisis pushes people to look for solutions.
El entrenador siempre empuja a los jugadores a mejorar.
The coach always encourages (or drives) the players to improve.
Figurative Force
In this sense, 'empuja' acts like 'driving force' or 'catalyst' in English, showing that something is the main reason for movement or change.
invita
in-VEE-tah/imˈbita/
Examples
La tranquilidad del campo invita a la relajación.
The tranquility of the countryside encourages relaxation.
El silencio del lugar invita a la meditación.
The silence of the place prompts meditation.
Su generosidad invita a la confianza.
His generosity encourages trust.
Metaphorical Subject
In this usage, the subject is usually an abstract idea, a situation, or a setting (e.g., 'the silence,' 'the atmosphere') rather than a person.
Active Push vs. Passive Atmosphere
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