Willensstärke
strength of will, determination
noun VIL-lens-shtaer-ke Rare
Usage Note
Willensstärke overlaps with Willenskraft but emphasises the robustness of the will itself rather than its power as a force. It is used in sports, therapy, and motivational writing. Often attributed to athletes and high performers.
Examples
"Die Willensstärke des Sportlers beeindruckte alle Zuschauer."
Natural Translation
The athlete's strength of will impressed all spectators.
Literal Translation
The strength-of-will of-the athlete impressed all spectators.
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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