el
masculine
/reˈfweɾθo/
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Translation
reinforcement, backup
Word origin
From the verb reforzar ('to reinforce'), formed from re- plus fuerza ('strength'), which comes from Latin fortis ('strong'). British English 'reinforce' shares the fortis root.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- fortis
- English cognates
- reinforce, force
Grammar
Gendermasculine
Pluralrefuerzos
Examples
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The team asked for reinforcements to finish the work.
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The wall needs a steel reinforcement.
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The soldiers were waiting for the backup from the south.
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The doctor recommended a booster dose.
gran .
Your help was a great boost for the project.
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