Stärken Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Stärken" is used as verb with the meaning of "strengthen", "fortify" or "reinforce".

Essential properties of "stärken"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: stärken
  • Simple past: stärkte
  • Participle: gestärkt

See full conjugation of stärken

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "stärken" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To make physically or mentally stronger or more resistant"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Regelmäßiges Training wird deine Muskeln stärken.Regular training will strengthen your muscles.
  2. Wir müssen unsere Verteidigung stärken, um den Gegner abzuwehren.We must strengthen our defense to ward off the opponent.
  3. Diese Erfahrung hat mein Selbstvertrauen gestärkt.This experience has strengthened my self-confidence.

2.) "To increase intensity or effect"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die neue Technologie wird unsere Marktposition stärken.The new technology will strengthen our market position.
  2. Diese Maßnahmen sollen die Wirtschaft stärken.These measures are intended to strengthen the economy.
  3. Der Kaffee wird deine Konzentration stärken.The coffee will strengthen your concentration.

3.) "To provide food or energy"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Eine warme Suppe wird dich stärken.A warm soup will strengthen you.
  2. Vor dem Wettkampf solltest du dich gut stärken.Before the competition, you should strengthen yourself well.
  3. Lass uns eine Pause machen und uns stärken.Let's take a break and strengthen ourselves.
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