tatkräftig

energetic, action-oriented

adjective TAHT-kref-tikh Rare

Also means

dynamic, hands-on

Usage Note

Tatkräftig (from Tatkraft, drive/energy) praises a person who acts decisively rather than just talking or theorising. It is a strong positive in German work contexts, similar to 'proactive' in English, and common in job advertisements.

Examples

"Die tatkräftige Bürgermeisterin setzte ihre Wahlversprechen konsequent um."

Natural Translation

The energetic mayor implemented her election promises consistently.

Literal Translation

The action-oriented mayor put her election-promises consistently through.

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