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Motiv

motive

a motive or reason that explains why someone acts in a particular way

IPA/moˈtiːf/

The main stress falls on the second syllable -tiv.

Motiv: motive

Meaning 1neutral · 88%

a motive or reason that explains why someone acts in a particular way

Das Motiv des Täters bleibt zunächst unklar.

Wir kennen sein Motiv für diese Entscheidung nicht.

Die Studie untersucht die Motive für freiwilliges Engagement.

Common combinations include Motiv für etwas, ein Motiv haben, and Motive untersuchen.

Motiv names the reason that drives someone to act or make a decision.

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What does Motiv mean in das Motiv für eine Entscheidung?

In this entry, Motiv means the reason or motive behind an action or decision.