When you want to express the idea of strengthening or reinforcing something abstract, like an opinion, a belief, or a feeling, the German verb bestärken is a good choice. It's often used when one person's words or actions confirm and fortify another person's resolve or conviction. Think of it as making something already present even stronger or more certain. For example, a compliment might bestärken someone in their talent.
When you bestärken someone, you are essentially making them stronger in their conviction, opinion, or resolve. It's about affirming their feelings or decisions and giving them the confidence to continue. Think of it as providing support that solidifies their current state rather than changing it entirely. This can be done through words of encouragement, by agreeing with them, or by offering evidence that supports their viewpoint.
bestärken em 30 segundos
- strengthen
- encourage
- reinforce
Exemplos por nível
Der Lehrer bestärkt die Schüler, fleißig zu lernen.
The teacher encourages the students to study diligently.
Here, 'bestärkt' takes an accusative object ('die Schüler') and an infinitive clause with 'zu'.
Meine Eltern bestärken mich in meinen Entscheidungen.
My parents support me in my decisions.
'bestärken' can be used with 'in' + dative to express support for someone in their actions or beliefs.
Die positiven Ergebnisse bestärken unsere Bemühungen.
The positive results reinforce our efforts.
Here, 'bestärken' means 'to reinforce' and takes an accusative object.
Er bestärkt sie, ihren Traum zu verfolgen.
He encourages her to pursue her dream.
Similar to the first example, 'bestärken' is used with an accusative object and an infinitive clause.
Solche Erfahrungen bestärken mein Vertrauen in die Zukunft.
Such experiences strengthen my confidence in the future.
'bestärken' can also mean 'to strengthen' in the sense of making something stronger or more firm.
Die Mannschaft bestärkt sich gegenseitig vor dem Spiel.
The team encourages each other before the game.
'sich gegenseitig bestärken' means 'to encourage each other'.
Sie ließ sich durch die Kritik nicht entmutigen, sondern bestärken.
She didn't let the criticism discourage her, but rather strengthen her resolve.
This example shows 'bestärken' used in contrast to 'entmutigen' (to discourage).
Deine Worte bestärken mich, weiterzumachen.
Your words encourage me to continue.
Another instance of 'bestärken' with an accusative object and an infinitive clause.
Colocações comuns
Frases Comuns
Ich möchte dich in deiner Entscheidung bestärken.
I want to strengthen you in your decision.
Die neuen Daten bestärken unsere Annahme.
The new data reinforces our assumption.
Er wurde durch die Unterstützung seiner Freunde bestärkt.
He was strengthened by the support of his friends.
Lass dich nicht von Zweifeln bestärken.
Don't let doubts reinforce themselves.
Das positive Feedback bestärkte sie in ihrem Vorhaben.
The positive feedback encouraged her in her endeavor.
Die Beweise bestärken den Verdacht.
The evidence strengthens the suspicion.
Man muss Kinder in ihren Fähigkeiten bestärken.
You have to encourage children in their abilities.
Die Erfahrungen haben mich in meiner Meinung nur bestärkt.
The experiences have only strengthened me in my opinion.
Das Ergebnis bestärkt uns, diesen Weg weiterzugehen.
The result encourages us to continue on this path.
Ich fühle mich bestärkt, jetzt den nächsten Schritt zu wagen.
I feel strengthened to take the next step now.
Wir sollten uns gegenseitig bestärken.
We should encourage each other.
Memorize
Mnemônico
Think of 'best' as in 'best decision' and 'stärken' sounding like 'strengthen'. So, making the 'best' decision will 'strengthen' you.
Associação visual
Imagine a weightlifter getting stronger ('stärker') and being encouraged ('bestärkt') by their coach to lift more weight. Or visualize a wobbly structure being reinforced ('bestärkt') with extra supports.
Word Web
Desafio
Try to use 'bestärken' in three new sentences. For example: 'Was bestärkt dich in deinen Zielen?' (What strengthens/encourages you in your goals?)
Teste-se 12 perguntas
The positive feedback strengthens me in my work.
He encouraged her in her decision.
We need to reinforce the children's self-confidence.
Read this aloud:
Ich möchte dich in deinem Plan bestärken.
Focus: bestärken
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Read this aloud:
Kannst du mich bitte in meiner Meinung bestärken?
Focus: Meinung bestärken
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Read this aloud:
Solche Erlebnisse bestärken einen.
Focus: bestärken einen
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Seine Unterstützung wird sie in ihren Bemühungen ___. (His support will ___ her in her efforts.)
To strengthen or encourage someone in their efforts.
Die positiven Rückmeldungen ___ das Team in seiner Arbeit. (The positive feedback ___ the team in its work.)
To reinforce or encourage the team.
Der Lehrer wollte die Schüler in ihrem Glauben an sich selbst ___. (The teacher wanted to ___ the students in their belief in themselves.)
To strengthen their belief in themselves.
Sie ließ sich durch die Kritik nicht ___ und verfolgte ihre Ziele weiter. (She did not let herself be ___ by the criticism and continued to pursue her goals.)
This sentence uses 'nicht bestärken' to mean not discouraged. The opposite, 'entmutigen', is a distractor.
Die Erfolge der letzten Monate ___ die Geschäftsführung in ihrer Strategie. (The successes of the last months ___ the management in their strategy.)
The successes reinforced their strategy.
Eine gute Erziehung soll Kinder in ihrer Persönlichkeit ___. (A good upbringing should ___ children in their personality.)
To strengthen or reinforce their personality.
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Summary
Bestärken means to make something stronger or to encourage someone.
- strengthen
- encourage
- reinforce
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