seelenstark

strong of soul, emotionally resilient

adjective ZAY-len-shtark Rare

Usage Note

seelenstark is a compound of Seele (soul) and stark (strong), describing deep emotional and moral resilience. Ein seelenstark Mensch copes with adversity without breaking. Used in psychological and spiritual contexts.

Examples

"Ein seelenstarker Mensch trägt seinen Schmerz, ohne die Familie zu belasten."

Natural Translation

An emotionally resilient person bears their pain without burdening the family.

Literal Translation

A soul-strong person carries his pain without the family to burden.

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