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strengthen

/ˈstrɛŋθən/

/ˈstrɛŋkθən/

Translations

strengthenverb

strengthened

Past Simple

strengthened

Past Participle

strengthening

Gerund

/ˈstrɛŋθən/

/ˈstrɛŋkθən/

se renforcerEmploi pronominal pour un processus qui gagne en force ou en solidité.

The economy strengthened after the reforms.

L'économie s'est renforcée après les réformes.

renforcer

The government plans to strengthen the economy by investing in infrastructure.

Le gouvernement prévoit de renforcer l'économie en investissant dans les infrastructures.

Additional translations

consoliderAu figuré, pour des connaissances, des compétences ou une position.

se raffermirSurtout pour une monnaie, un cours ou une valeur sur le marché.

consoliderSurtout pour une structure, une base ou un élément matériel.

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Definitions

strengthenverb

To make or become stronger or more powerful.

The government plans to strengthen the economy by investing in infrastructure.

To reinforce or fortify a structure or material.

They decided to strengthen the bridge to ensure it could handle increased traffic.

To increase the intensity or effectiveness of something.

The coach implemented new strategies to strengthen the team's defense.

To improve or enhance a skill, ability, or quality.

She took additional courses to strengthen her knowledge in computer programming.

To gain strength, force, or value; to improve in performance or condition (intransitive).

The dollar strengthened against major currencies after the announcement.