As an adjective:
* Encouragent: This is the most direct translation and is used to describe something that is encouraging. For example, "C'est un message encourageant" (This is an encouraging message).
* Encourageant: This is a slightly more formal version of "encourageant".
As a verb:
* Encourager: This means "to encourage" and is used when you want to say someone is doing something that is encouraging. For example, "Il encourage les enfants à lire" (He encourages children to read).
Other options:
* Stimulant: This means "stimulating" and can be used to describe something that is encouraging. For example, "C'est un environnement stimulant" (This is a stimulating environment).
* Motivant: This means "motivating" and can be used to describe something that is encouraging. For example, "C'est un discours motivant" (This is a motivating speech).
The best word to use will depend on the specific context.