encouragement; pep talk; pick-me-up
Refers to something that lifts one's spirits, provides reassurance, or restores energy. Often used for words, actions, or small treats that cheer someone up.
I gave my depressed friend some words of encouragement.
この曲は私にとって最高の元気づけだ。
This song is the best pick-me-up for me.
cheer up; pep up; encourage
Standard kanji-kana spelling; the okurigana づけ is commonly used.
Alternate spelling using 付 for づけ; less common but still seen.
Compound of 元気 (genki, 'energy, vitality') + 付け (tsuke, nominalized form of 付ける 'to attach, apply'), literally 'applying energy'. The reading づけ is a rendaku (voicing) of つけ.