促す
N1うながす
[unagasu]
Meanings
1.GodanTransitive
to urge; to encourage; to press; to prompt; to draw (attention to)
2.GodanTransitive
to stimulate (e.g. growth); to hasten (e.g. development); to quicken; to accelerate; to promote
Examples
医師は健康のために患者に禁煙を強く促した。
The doctor strongly urged the patient to quit smoking for health.
政府は企業に賃上げを促す政策を発表した。
The government announced a policy to encourage companies to raise wages.
上司は部下に早期の決断を促している。
The boss is urging subordinates to make an early decision.