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    Refuerzos (en. Reinforcement)

    /refuerθos/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishSpanish
    noun
    A set of soldiers or additional resources sent to strengthen a position or unit.
    Reinforcements arrived just in time to help in the battle.
    Los refuerzos llegaron justo a tiempo para ayudar en la batalla.
    Support or assistance provided to a cause or activity.
    The team received reinforcements in the form of new members.
    El equipo recibió refuerzos en forma de nuevos integrantes.
    Increase in resources in a situation that requires it.
    Economic reinforcements helped stabilize the country's situation.
    Los refuerzos económicos ayudaron a estabilizar la situación del país.

    Etymology

    From the verb 'to reinforce', which comes from the Latin 'fortis', meaning strong, and the prefix 're-', which indicates repetition or intensification.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    to provide reinforcements
    To provide additional support in a difficult situation.
    dar refuerzos
    last-minute reinforcements
    Support or help that arrives at the last moment.
    refuerzos de última hora
    psychological reinforcements
    Emotional or moral support that is offered.
    refuerzos psicológicos
    military reinforcements
    Additional units sent to a battle or conflict.
    refuerzos militares

    Related Words

    to reinforce
    A verb that means to make something stronger or more robust.
    reforzar
    reinforcement
    A noun that refers to the act of reinforcing something.
    refuerzo
    forces
    A group of people trained to perform tasks, especially in a military context.
    fuerzas

    Slang Meanings

    Unexpected or emergency support.
    When I thought everything was lost, reinforcements showed up.
    Cuando pensé que todo estaba perdido, aparecieron los refuerzos.
    A group of friends that come together at a party or event.
    I called my reinforcements to come help me organize the party.
    Llamé a mis refuerzos para que vinieran a ayudarme a organizar la fiesta.