Chinese
Various countries
加油 *
* add oil
Idiom used all the time by Everyone
jiā yóu • Can be used by supporters to motivate a team, can be used by family and friends to encourage an individual, and can be used by those who stand in solidarity with a group.
Note: Used most frequently to wish someone "good luck" or "all the best"
"加油! 你能行的!"
"Add oil! You can do it!"
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