助威 zhùwēi to cheer for
to cheer for; to encourage; to boost the morale of
How to remember 助威: 助 to help + 威 might = to cheer for.
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How it is used
- To cheer someone on, boost their morale - 为球队助威 (wèi qiúduì zhùwēi) cheer for the team.
- 威 = might/morale; often paired 呐喊助威 (shout and cheer).
- Specific to lending energy/support from the sidelines, esp. sports and contests.