This is the 4615th most frequent German word.
stärkt
"Stärkt" means "strengthens" in English.
Here, 'stärkt' is used to indicate the act of strengthening physically, referring to muscle development.
Die Übung stärkt die Muskulatur.
The exercise strengthens the muscles.
In this sentence, 'stärkt' is applied metaphorically to describe enhancing emotional or social bonds.
Das Vertrauen stärkt die Beziehung zwischen den Partnern.
Trust strengthens the relationship between the partners.
Here, 'stärkt' is used to describe the improvement or bolstering of the body's defense mechanisms.