This is the 514th most frequent German word.
starken
To strengthen.
Here, 'stärkende' is used as an adjective derived from the verb 'stärken,' meaning 'strengthening' or 'restorative.'
Nach einer langen Wanderung ist eine stärkende Mahlzeit wichtig.
After a long hike, a strengthening meal is important.
Here, 'Stärken' is used as a noun meaning 'strengths' or 'capabilities.'
Die Mannschaft trainiert hart, um ihre Stärken zu verbessern.
The team trains hard to improve their strengths.
In this sentence, 'stärken' is used as a verb meaning 'to enhance' or 'to strengthen.'