Fortalecer
Example: Necesitamos fortalecer la amistad con más confianza y respeto.
Definition
"Fortalecer" means to make something stronger or more resilient, typically referring to physical strength, relationships, or structures. It involves enhancing stability, durability, or confidence, as in strengthening a friendship by building trust and respect.
Etymology
The word "fortalecer" comes from the Latin verb "fortificare," which means 'to make strong.' It shares roots with words like 'fortify' in English. Did you know? The root "fort-" is linked to strength and courage, reflecting the idea of building something robust and enduring.
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"Fortalecer" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - General - (B1) - set 3", containing 113 commonly used words.
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