增强
To make something stronger, more effective, or more intense. It is used for both physical and abstract qualities.
Examples
3 of 5我们需要增强公众的环保意识。
We need to enhance public awareness of environmental protection.
这种新药能增强免疫系统。
This new medicine can strengthen the immune system.
我们要增强两国的经济联系。
We want to strengthen the economic ties between the two countries.
Word Family
Memory Tip
The character '强' means strong. You are 'adding' (增) to 'strength' (强).
Quick Quiz
为了___记忆力,他每天练习背单词。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 增强
Examples
我们需要增强公众的环保意识。
academicWe need to enhance public awareness of environmental protection.
这种新药能增强免疫系统。
everydayThis new medicine can strengthen the immune system.
我们要增强两国的经济联系。
formalWe want to strengthen the economic ties between the two countries.
背景音乐增强了电影的气氛。
informalThe background music enhanced the atmosphere of the movie.
我们需要增强市场竞争力。
businessWe need to strengthen our market competitiveness.
Word Family
Common Collocations
Common Phrases
增强现实
Augmented Reality (AR)
增强效果
enhancing effect
增强抵抗力
enhance resistance
Often Confused With
'增加' refers to a numerical increase in quantity, while '增强' refers to an increase in strength or quality.
Usage Notes
Used when talking about abstract things like 'confidence' or 'awareness' in writing tasks.
Common Mistakes
Don't use '增强' for numbers (e.g., '增强人口' is wrong; use '增加人口').
Memory Tip
The character '强' means strong. You are 'adding' (增) to 'strength' (强).
Word Origin
From '增' (increase) and '强' (strong).
Grammar Patterns
Quick Quiz
为了___记忆力,他每天练习背单词。
Correct!
The correct answer is: 增强
Related Vocabulary
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专注
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息息相关
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环境
B1The surroundings or conditions in which a person, animal, or plant lives or operates; also refers to the natural world.
益处
B1A helpful or good effect, or something intended to help. Advantages or benefits gained from something.
平衡
B1A condition in which different elements are equal or in the correct proportions. As a verb, it means to keep something in a steady position.
避免
B1To stay away from someone or something, or to prevent something bad or unpleasant from happening. It is often used in the context of safety, health, or conflict.
预防
B1To stop something from happening before it occurs, especially something unpleasant or harmful like a disease or accident.
保持
B1To make something continue in the same way or at the same level as before. It implies effort to prevent change or decline.
健康
B1The state of being free from illness or injury. In academic writing, it often refers to public health, lifestyle choices, or the 'health' of an economy.
危害
B1To cause harm or damage to something or someone. In IELTS, it is frequently used to discuss the negative impacts of pollution, smoking, or bad habits.
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