No. 13,172 in German
anstrengen
"Anstrengen" means "to exert" or "to make an effort."
In a sentence
Ich muss mich anstrengen, um die Prüfung zu bestehen.
I have to exert myself to pass the exam.
Here, 'anstrengen' is used reflexively ('mich anstrengen'), indicating putting a lot of effort into achieving something.
Diese Arbeit strengt mich wirklich an.
This work is really exhausting me.
In this case, 'strengt an' implies that the subject (the work) is causing fatigue or effort to the speaker.
Bitte strengen Sie nicht Ihre Augen an, wenn es dunkel ist.
Please don't strain your eyes when it's dark.
Here, 'anstrengen' is used with 'Ihre Augen' (your eyes) to convey the act of straining them, often in a physical manner.
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