Meaning 1neutral · 82%
The inner or external drive that makes someone act or continue.
Natural examples
Klare Zwischenziele gaben dem Team neue Motivation.
Clear milestones gave the team fresh motivation.
Ihre Motivation für das Klavierspielen blieb über Jahre stark.
Her motivation to play piano remained strong for years.
Lob war nicht seine einzige Motivation.
Praise was not his only motivation.
Usage note
Feminine noun, often used with für plus accusative. It may come from interest, a goal, or a reward.
Mini-lesson: Motivation
The inner or external drive that makes someone act or continue. Feminine noun, often used with für plus accusative. It may come from interest, a goal, or a reward.
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