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to praise; to commend; to compliment; to speak well of; to speak highly of
先生に作文を賞められた。
I was praised by the teacher for my essay.
もっと賞めてあげると子供は伸びる。
Children grow when you praise them more.
料理の腕を賞めてもらった。
I got complimented on my cooking skills.