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Beharrungswille

persistence, determination to persist

noun be-HAR-rungs-vil-le Rare
Mind & Emotions Personality

Usage Note

Beharrungswille is the conscious, volitional side of perseverance — the active decision to keep going despite obstacles. More intentional than Ausdauer (endurance) or Beharrlichkeit (steadfastness); points to willful staying power.

Examples

"Nur durch ihren Beharrungswillen konnte sie das Studium abschließen."

Natural Translation

Only through her determination to persist could she finish her studies.

Literal Translation

Only through her persistence-will could she the studies complete.

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