English–Spanish
“motivate” in Spanish
Spanish
Pronunciation
IPA/motiˈβaɾ/
Example
Tu apoyo me motiva a seguir estudiando.
Your support motivates me to keep studying.
How to say “motivate” in Spanish
“Motivate” in Spanish is motivar.
A reason or incentive that prompts someone to act.
Example sentences with motivar
Un buen líder motiva al equipo con su actitud.
A good leader motivates the team with their attitude.
Tips for using motivar
- To say 'be motivated' prefer 'estar motivado' or the construction 'me motiva + infinitive', since 'ser motivado' is normally passive or atypical for personal drive.