intensivieren
Translation
to intensify, to step up, to strengthen
Examples
Wir müssen die Zusammenarbeit intensivieren.
We must intensify the cooperation.
Die Regierung intensiviert die Kontrollen.
The government is intensifying the checks.
Grammar Patterns
((sth.)) to intensify sth. The company must intensify its efforts.
Similar Words
Synonyms: verstärken (to strengthen), steigern (to increase); Antonyms: abschwächen (to weaken)
Etymology
From Latin 'intensivus' (intensive), with the common German verb ending '-ieren' for words of foreign origin. Related to English 'intensive'.
Memory Tips
Think of making something more 'intense'. The English and German words are very close, making it easy to remember.