Reforçar
Example: Precisamos reforçar a segurança antes do evento começar.
Definition
"Reforçar" means to strengthen or make something more effective or secure, especially in contexts like safety or support. For example, in music, it can refer to enhancing the impact or presence of a particular element, ensuring it stands out or is more pronounced.
Etymology
The word "reforçar" comes from the Latin verb 'fortis' meaning strong, combined with the prefix 're-' indicating repetition or intensification. Did you know? "Reforçar" literally means to make strong again or to reinforce, used widely in Portuguese to emphasize strengthening or improving something.
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