kannustaa — meaning in English

English meaning

actuate verb To switch something on or set it moving.
cheer noun A shout of approval, encouragement, or celebration.
drive verb To operate and steer a motor vehicle.
embolden verb To make someone feel braver or more confident.
encourage verb To give someone confidence, support, or hope.
goad noun A long pointed stick used to prod animals into moving.
hearten verb To make someone feel more confident, cheerful or encouraged.
incite verb To urge or provoke someone into action, especially something violent or unlawful.
reinforce verb To make something stronger by adding extra support or material.
root noun The underground part of a plant that anchors it and draws in water and nutrients.
spur noun A spiked device worn on a rider's boot heel to urge a horse forward.
support noun Help, encouragement or resources given to someone or something.

kannustaa is used for these senses in English:

actuate (transitive) To incite to action; to motivate.
cheer (ambitransitive) To applaud or encourage with cheers or shouts.
cheer on (transitive) To cheer and support (a team or individual); to barrack; to root for.
drive (transitive) To motivate; to provide an incentive for.
embolden To render (someone) bolder or more courageous; to encourage, to hearten.
encourage To mentally support; to motivate, give courage, hope or spirit.
goad To encourage or stimulate.
hearten (transitive) To give heart to; to encourage, urge on, cheer, give confidence to.