Pep talk

Meaning

The idiom "pep talk" is a motivational speech or conversation that is meant to inspire, encourage, and give confidence to someone who is feeling down, depressed, or demotivated. It involves giving advice, sharing personal experiences, and providing support to help the person overcome their challenges and achieve their goals.

Usage

• "I need a pep talk before I go for my interview," said Jane, feeling nervous and unsure about her qualifications.
• After losing his job, John felt low and hopeless, but his friend gave him a pep talk and helped him see the positive side of things.
• During the marathon, the runner hit a wall, but his coach gave him a pep talk and reminded him of his training and how far he had come.
• When she received a low grade on her exam, Emily felt discouraged, but her teacher gave her a pep talk and encouraged her to keep trying.
• After years of struggling with her addiction, Sarah finally sought help and attended a support group where she received a pep talk from other recovering addicts who shared their stories and advice.

Roots and History

The origin of the idiom "pep talk" is not entirely clear, but it is believed to have originated in the early 20th century in the United States. It may have been inspired by the motivational speeches that pep rally speakers would give at high school sports events. Over time, the term has come to be used more broadly to refer to any kind of motivational speech or conversation, regardless of the context.

Synonyms in English

• "pep talk"
• "encouragement,"
• "inspiration,"
• "motivation,"
• "boost."

Synonyms in other languages

• In Spanish, "pep talk" can be translated as "discurso motivador."
• In French, "pep talk" can be translated as "parole d'encouragement."
• In German, "pep talk" can be translated as "Anreizwort."
• In Italian, "pep talk" can be translated as "discorso di ispirazione."

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