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Willenskraft

willpower, force of will

noun VIL-lens-kraft Rare
Mind & Emotions Personality

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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