strengthen

verb B2

Meaning

To strengthen means to make something stronger or more powerful, often used in contexts like improving skills, relationships, or structures.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "strengthen" with "strong," as "strengthen" is a verb while "strong" is an adjective.

Example Sentences

How can we strengthen our teamwork for better results ?
The new policies aim to strengthen the company ’ s financial position .
We need to strengthen our skills before the final exam .
We need to strengthen our team before the big project .

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