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we are encourage
Grammar usage guide and real-world examplesUSAGE SUMMARY
The phrase "we are encourage" is not correct in English.
Did you mean "we are encouraged"? If this is the case, you can use it when expressing that someone is motivated or supported in a particular situation. Example: "In light of the positive feedback we received, we are encouraged to continue our efforts in improving the project."
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Human-verified examples from authoritative sources
Exact Expressions
2 human-written examples
We are encourage to craft our bodies and our lives a certain way.
News & Media
In addition, we are encourage holiday shoppers to purchase gifts through the AmazonSmile Program and select DRC as their nonprofit of choice to receive a small donation from the online retailer.
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Human-verified similar examples from authoritative sources
Similar Expressions
54 human-written examples
We are encouraged.
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"We are encouraging innovative approaches".
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"We are encouraged," she said.
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"That's what we are encouraging.
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"We are encouraged by these findings".
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"We are encouraging more research," she said.
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"We are encouraged by what we heard," Mr. Liu said.
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"We are encouraging people to make mistakes," she said.
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"I would say we are encouraged," she said.
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Expert writing Tips
Best practice
Consider using synonyms like "motivated", "inspired", or "supported" to add variety to your writing and convey subtle differences in meaning.
Common error
Avoid using the base verb form "encourage" after "we are". The correct form is the past participle "encouraged", which indicates a state of being influenced or motivated.
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Linguistic Context
The phrase "we are encourage" functions as an incorrect attempt to express a state of being influenced or motivated. As Ludwig AI indicates, the correct form is "we are encouraged".
Frequent in
News & Media
33%
Science
33%
Formal & Business
33%
Less common in
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Encyclopedias
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Wiki
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Ludwig's WRAP-UP
The phrase "we are encourage" is grammatically incorrect; the correct form is "we are encouraged". Ludwig AI identifies this error and suggests that "we are encouraged" is used to express that someone is motivated or supported in a particular situation. It's a rare expression, and alternative phrases such as "we are motivated" or "we feel supported" can also be used. Remember to use the past participle "encouraged" and avoid the base form "encourage" after "we are" to ensure clarity and grammatical accuracy in your writing.
More alternative expressions(6)
Phrases that express similar concepts, ordered by semantic similarity:
we feel encouraged
Adds the verb "feel" to emphasize the subjective experience of being encouraged.
we are motivated
Replaces "encourage" with a more direct synonym, "motivated", to convey a sense of internal drive.
we are inspired
Suggests a sense of creative or aspirational motivation.
we are supported
Highlights the external backing received, shifting focus from internal feeling to external aid.
we are heartened
Uses a more formal and emotional term to express a feeling of upliftment and encouragement.
we draw encouragement
Emphasizes the act of actively gaining encouragement from a source.
we are buoyed
Implies being lifted up and sustained by encouragement, often in the face of difficulty.
we are stimulated
Suggests an intellectual or creative invigoration.
we are prompted
Focuses on the external action that initiated the encouragement.
we are spurred
Indicates a forceful or urgent impetus to action.
FAQs
What is the correct way to use "encourage" with "we are"?
The correct form is "we are encouraged", using the past participle of the verb. For example, "we are encouraged by the positive feedback".
What can I say instead of "we are encourage"?
Use alternatives like "we are motivated", "we feel encouraged", or "we are inspired" depending on the context.
Which is correct: "we are encourage" or "we are encouraged"?
"We are encouraged" is correct. "We are encourage" is grammatically incorrect.
What's the difference between "we are encourage" and "we are encouraging"?
"We are encourage" is grammatically incorrect. "We are encouraging" means that we are currently in the process of motivating or supporting someone, while "we are encouraged" means that we are feeling motivated or supported by someone else.
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Table of contents
Usage summary
Human-verified examples
Expert writing tips
Linguistic context
Ludwig's wrap-up
Alternative expressions
FAQs
Source & Trust
89%
Authority and reliability
1.5/5
Expert rating
Real-world application tested