verstärken — meaning in English

English meaning

amp noun Short for amplifier: a device that increases the volume or strength of an electronic signal.
amplify verb To increase the strength, volume, or intensity of something, especially a sound or signal.
bolster noun A long cylindrical pillow or cushion.
boost noun Something that helps increase or improve a person's effort, confidence, or performance.
buttress noun A support made of brick, concrete or stone, set against a structure to hold it up.
enhance verb To improve the quality, value, or appeal of something.
fortify verb To strengthen a place against attack, usually with walls or defenses.
invigorate verb To give energy, strength or vitality to someone or something.
reinforce verb To make something stronger by adding extra support or material.
sister noun A female sibling; a daughter sharing the same parents as another person.
stiffen verb To make something rigid or less flexible.
strengthen verb To make something stronger, more solid, or more effective.

verstärken is used for these senses in English:

amp (colloquial, usually, with up) To intensify or increase.
amp (colloquial, usually, with up) To connect to amplifiers.
amplify (transitive) To increase the amplitude of something, especially of an electric current.
bolster (transitive, often, figurative) To brace, reinforce, secure, or support.
buttress To support something physically with, or as if with, a prop or buttress.
enhance To augment or make something greater.
fortify To increase the defences of (an army, soldiers, etc.), or put (it or them) in a defensive position.
fortify (winemaking) To add spirits to (wine) to increase the alcohol content. [from late 19th c.]

noun Short for amplifier: a device that increases the volume or strength of an electronic signal.
verb To increase the intensity, energy, or excitement of something.