discourage
US /dɪˈskɝː.ɪdʒ/
UK /dɪˈskɝː.ɪdʒ/
1.
menghalang, mengecilkan hati
cause (someone) to lose confidence or enthusiasm
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His parents tried to discourage him from pursuing a career in music.
Ibu bapanya cuba menghalang dia daripada mengejar kerjaya dalam muzik.
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The bad weather did not discourage them from going on the hike.
Cuaca buruk tidak menghalang mereka daripada pergi mendaki.
2.
menghalang, mencegah
prevent or try to prevent (something) by showing disapproval or creating difficulties
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The high cost of tuition may discourage many students from attending university.
Kos tuisyen yang tinggi mungkin menghalang ramai pelajar daripada melanjutkan pelajaran ke universiti.
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We need to discourage littering in public parks.
Kita perlu menghalang pembuangan sampah di taman awam.