English–German
“strengthen” in German
Pronunciation
IPA/ˈʃtɛɐ̯kən/
Example
Das Training stärkt die Muskeln.
The training strengthens the muscles.
How to say “strengthen” in German
“Strengthen” in German is stärken.
A person, body, or structure gains extra power and resilience from added support.
Example sentences with stärken
Tägliches Sprechen mit Muttersprachlern stärkt die Sprachkenntnisse.
Speaking with native speakers every day strengthens language skills.
Tips for using stärken
- Stärken normally takes an accusative object, while sich stärken means to restore one's own strength, often through food or rest.
Other German words for “strengthen”
Wir festigen unsere Freundschaft.
We are strengthening our friendship.
Wir verstärken die Sicherheitsmaßnahmen.
We are strengthening the security measures.
Wir intensivieren die Zusammenarbeit.
We are strengthening cooperation.