encouraged
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encouraged
Describes the feeling of having more courage or hope to do something because of encouragement or support.
Ermutigt durch den ersten Erfolg, machte sie mit dem Projekt weiter.
Encouraged by her first success, she continued with the project.
The word is the past participle of the verb 'ermutigen' (to encourage). It is derived from the noun 'der Mut' (courage). The prefix 'er-' often indicates the beginning of a process, here the process of giving someone courage.
Ihre guten Noten haben sie ermutigt, sich für ein Stipendium zu bewerben.
Her good grades encouraged her to apply for a scholarship.
As an adjective, 'ermutigt' (encouraged) is often used with the preposition 'durch' (+ accusative) to name the reason for the feeling. This construction can also stand at the beginning of a sentence to explain the following action.
Ermutigt durch das positive Feedback, präsentierte er seine Idee dem Chef.
Encouraged by the positive feedback, he presented his idea to the boss.
The feeling of being 'ermutigt' (encouraged) often arises from positive experiences or help from others. Typical triggers are therefore being encouraged 'durch den Erfolg' (by the success), 'durch die Unterstützung' (by the support), or 'durch Zuspruch' (by encouragement).
Sie fühlte sich durch den Zuspruch ihrer Familie sehr ermutigt.
She felt very encouraged by her family's support.
motivated
Both words describe a positive willingness to do something. „Ermutigt“ means that someone has gained more courage or hope through encouragement or support. „Motiviert“ places greater emphasis on inner drive and the will to achieve a goal. After receiving encouragement, „ermutigt“ is often the better choice; when active drive is emphasized, „motiviert“ is more suitable.
Nach dem Zuspruch ihrer Freundin fühlte sich Lea ermutigt, den schwierigen Kurs zu beginnen.
After her friend’s encouragement, Lea felt encouraged to start the difficult course.
Nach dem Zuspruch ihrer Freundin war Lea motiviert, täglich für den schwierigen Kurs zu lernen.
After her friend’s encouragement, Lea was motivated to study for the difficult course every day.
