Aufopferungsbereitschaft

willingness to sacrifice oneself, self-sacrificing spirit

noun owf-OP-fer-oonks-be-reyt-shaft Rare

Usage Note

Aufopferungsbereitschaft is a compound describing the disposition to willingly give up one's own interests for others or for a cause. Typically used to praise caregivers, volunteers, or soldiers — it carries high moral regard in German usage.

Examples

"Die Aufopferungsbereitschaft der Pflegekräfte verdient großen Respekt."

Natural Translation

The self-sacrificing spirit of the caregivers deserves great respect.

Literal Translation

The readiness-for-self-sacrifice of the care workers deserves great respect.

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