How to use 応援 (おうえん)

Meaning of 応援

The Japanese verb "応援" (おうえん, ouen) can have various meanings depending on the context in which it is used. Here's a list of its primary meanings along with examples:

  1. Cheer / Support: To encourage or support someone or a team, often in sports or competitions.
    • Example: スポーツの試合でおうえんする。
    • Translation: To cheer at a sports game.
  2. Aid / Assistance: Providing help or support in various forms, not limited to cheering.
    • Example: 災害の被災者をおうえんする。
    • Translation: To aid disaster victims.
  3. Reinforcement: In military or strategic contexts, it means sending additional forces or resources.
    • Example: 増援としておうえんが来た。
    • Translation: Reinforcements have arrived.

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