What does "motivar" mean in English?

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Spanish

motivar

English

motivate

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Alternative translations of "motivar"

encourage
inspire
prompt
stimulate

Examples of how to use "motivar" in Spanish

Spanish
El premio lo motivó para esforzarse.
English
The award motivated him to make an effort.
Spanish
El profesor motiva a los estudiantes.
English
The teacher motivates the students.
Spanish
Yo motivé al equipo ayer.
English
I motivated the team yesterday.
Spanish
Yo motivaba a mis amigos.
English
I used to motivate my friends.
Spanish
Yo motivaré a mi equipo mañana.
English
I will motivate my team tomorrow.

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El premio lo motivó para esforzarse.

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