die Stärkung
Translation
strengthening, reinforcement, refreshment, snack
Examples
Nach der Wanderung brauchten wir eine Stärkung.
After the hike, we needed some refreshment.
Das Training dient der Stärkung der Muskeln.
The training serves to strengthen the muscles.
Die Stärkung der Wirtschaft ist ein wichtiges Ziel.
Strengthening the economy is an important goal.
Grammar Patterns
to need/have a refreshment ((et4)) We need a little refreshment now.
to serve for the strengthening of ((et2)) This serves to strengthen the immune system.
Similar Words
Synonyms: die Kräftigung (invigoration), die Festigung (consolidation), der Imbiss (snack)
Etymology
Derived from the verb 'stärken' (to strengthen), which comes from 'stark' (strong). The suffix '-ung' nominalizes the verb.
Memory Tips
Think of making something 'stark' (strong). It can be physical (like with a snack) or abstract (like the economy).