Kampfmoral

fighting spirit, morale

noun KAMPF-mo-rahl Rare

Usage Note

Kampfmoral describes the psychological will and motivation of troops to fight effectively. High Kampfmoral is seen as decisive in battle; the concept is central to military doctrine. Used figuratively in sports: die Kampfmoral der Mannschaft.

Examples

"Die Kampfmoral der Einheit blieb trotz der Verluste hoch."

Natural Translation

The unit's fighting spirit remained high despite the losses.

Literal Translation

The fighting-morale of-the unit remained despite the losses high.

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