N3
おうえん (ōen)
応援
support; cheering; backing
💡 Nuance & Usage:
Refers to supporting, cheering, or backing a sports team, student, or plan. Can be used with する as a verb (応援する). ⚠️ Haruka's Voice Column: 'I will support you and cheer you on closer than anyone else in the entire world! So... don't you dare give up or lose heart! Keep pushing forward!' / 【ハルカ部長のワンポイント指導】『頑張るあんたの姿を、私が誰よりも一番近くで全力で応援してあげる！だから、絶対に途中でへこたれたり挫けちゃダメよ！前だけ見て進みなさい！』
📝 Example Sentences
スタジアムで、大好きなサッカーチームを大きな声で応援しました。
I cheered for my favorite soccer team in a loud voice at the stadium.
Practice Quiz
Test your understanding of "応援"!
試験に向かう友達に、心からの_______を送りました。
🎉 正解 / Correct!
日本語: 励ましやエールを届ける「応援（を送る）」が正解です。ハルカ部長：『心からの応援よ！あんたの背中には、この私がついているんだから、世界中を敵に回したって勝てるわ！』
English: Since it means delivering encouragement or cheers, 'support' (ōen) is correct. Haruka: 'Heartfelt support! Since you have me backing you up, you could win even if the whole world became your enemy!'
English: Since it means delivering encouragement or cheers, 'support' (ōen) is correct. Haruka: 'Heartfelt support! Since you have me backing you up, you could win even if the whole world became your enemy!'
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