Fortalecer (en. Strengthen)

/foɾtaleˈθeɾ/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
Increase the strength or resistance of something.
Regular exercise can strengthen muscles.
El ejercicio regular puede fortalecer los músculos.
Make something more solid or robust.
It is important to strengthen the country's economy.
Es importante fortalecer la economía del país.
Increase someone's or something's confidence or worth.
Education is fundamental to strengthen personal development.
La educación es fundamental para fortalecer el desarrollo personal.

Etymology

From Latin 'fortalēscere', which means 'to become strong'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

strengthen self-esteem
Increase self-confidence.
fortalecer la autoestima
strengthen ties
Reinforce interpersonal relationships.
fortalecer vínculos
strengthen the position
Make a stance or argument more firm.
fortalecer la posición

Related Words

strength
Condition of being strong or resilient.
fortaleza
strengthening
The process of becoming stronger.
fortalecimiento
strengthener
That strengthens.
fortalecedor

Slang Meanings

Reinforce the attitude.
In this meeting, we are going to strengthen the team's attitude.
En esta reunión vamos a fortalecer la actitud del equipo.
Make someone tougher.
That experience helped him strengthen his character.
Esa experiencia le sirvió para fortalecer su carácter.