引き立て

This is the 3282nd most frequent Japanese word.

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引き立て

"Boost" or "favor; enhancing or giving prominence to something."


In this context, 引き立て means to enhance or accentuate.

彼のスピーチが会場の雰囲気を引き立てた。

His speech accentuated the atmosphere of the venue.


In this context, 引き立て refers to bringing out or emphasizing certain attributes, such as taste.

この料理には少し塩を加えると味が引き立てられる。

Adding a bit of salt to this dish enhances its flavor.


Here, 引き立て has the connotation of supporting or accentuating the qualities of someone or something.

私は常にチームメイトを引き立てるように努力しています。

I always strive to bring out the best in my teammates.