Usage Note
Willenskraft (f) is the mental strength to resist temptation and persist; abstract, so the plural is rare. Common in psychology and self-help, often paired with Disziplin and Motivation.
Examples
"Willenskraft allein reicht nicht aus — man braucht auch die richtigen Gewohnheiten."
Natural Translation
Willpower alone is not enough — you also need the right habits.
Literal Translation
Willpower alone is enough not — one needs also the right habits.
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Related Words
- Abgeklärtheit serenity, mature composure, detached calm
- Anmaßung presumption, arrogance, overstepping
- Aufgeschlossenheit open-mindedness, receptiveness
- Bedachtheit deliberateness, thoughtful care, circumspection
- Begeisterungsfähigkeit capacity for enthusiasm
- Beharrungsvermögen tenacity, perseverance
- Beharrungswille persistence, determination to persist
- Beherrschtheit self-control, composure
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