The word "fortalecer" is a verb.
/fɔɾta.leˈθeɾ/ (in Spain) or /fɔɾtaˈleseɾ/ (in Latin America)
"Fortalecer" means to make something stronger or more robust. In military contexts, it often refers to the act of reinforcing troops, positions, or strategies. It is used both in oral and written forms, though its usage can vary based on context, with slightly higher frequencies found in written, technical, or formal discussions, especially those related to military strategy or physical training.
Es crucial fortalecer la defensa del país ante posibles amenazas.
It is crucial to strengthen the country's defense against potential threats.
La alianza con otros países puede fortalecer nuestras capacidades militares.
The alliance with other countries can reinforce our military capabilities.
Debemos fortalecer la formación de nuestros soldados para enfrentar cualquier desafío.
We must strengthen the training of our soldiers to face any challenge.
While "fortalecer" is not commonly part of expressions, it can be involved in broader contexts of strengthening defenses or unity. Below are idiomatic usages related to the concept of strengthening:
Fortalecer la unidad
To strengthen unity
La colaboración entre las tropas puede fortalecer la unidad del ejército.
Collaboration among the troops can strengthen the unity of the army.
Fortalecer los lazos
To strengthen ties
Es importante fortalecer los lazos entre los aliados en tiempos de guerra.
It is important to strengthen the ties among allies in times of war.
Fortalecer la moral
To strengthen morale
Los líderes deben encontrar maneras de fortalecer la moral de las tropas.
Leaders must find ways to strengthen the morale of the troops.
Fortalecer la posición
To strengthen the position
Necesitamos fortalecer la posición estratégica antes del ataque.
We need to strengthen the strategic position before the attack.
The word "fortalecer" originates from the Latin "fortalīciare," which comes from "fortalis," meaning strong or fortified. The morphological structure includes the prefix "forte-" meaning strong, along with a verb-forming suffix.