Meaning

Primary

Inspiration

Alternative

Encouragement

Word Type

noun, verbal noun

Explanation

The beat makes you want to dance. It's the inspiration you need to dance. The beat gives you encouragement to dance all night long. And without such a rockin' beat you would have lame dance moves.

Reading

こぶ
  • Kyoko
    (Tokyo accent, female)
  • Kenichi
    (Tokyo accent, male)

Explanation

This is a jukugo word that uses the on'yomi readings of the kanji. You should be able to read this on your own.

Context

Context Sentences

あの監督は、選手たちの士気を鼓舞するのがうまい。

That coach is good at encouraging player morale.

Kanji Composition