NOUN
Motivation/motivaˈt͡si̯oːn/motivation; drive; incentive
Motivation is a German noun that means motivation, drive, or incentive. It is pronounced /motivaˈt͡si̯oːn/. As a noun it takes the article "die", with the plural form "Motivationen".
Definitions
1.the inner drive or reason that makes someone want to do something(psychology/general)
a.internal drive to take action
Seine Motivation für das Studium ist sehr groß.—His motivation to study is very strong.
b.reason for a particular action
Was war deine Motivation, diesen Job anzunehmen?—What was your motivation to take this job?
2.the willingness or interest to make an effort in school or work(education/work)
a.enthusiasm or interest in a task
Die Schüler zeigen heute wenig Motivation.—The students are showing little motivation today.
Declension
Genderfeminine
| Singular | Plural | |
|---|---|---|
| Nominative | die Motivation | die Motivationen |
| Genitive | der Motivation | der Motivationen |
| Dative | der Motivation | den Motivationen |
| Accusative | die Motivation | die Motivationen |
Frequently asked questions
- What does "Motivation" mean in English?
- "Motivation" means motivation, drive, or incentive. It is a German noun.
- How do you pronounce "Motivation"?
- "Motivation" is pronounced /motivaˈt͡si̯oːn/ in the International Phonetic Alphabet.
- Is "Motivation" der, die, or das?
- "Motivation" is a feminine noun, so it takes the article "die".
- What is the plural of "Motivation"?
- The plural of "Motivation" is "Motivationen".
- What part of speech is "Motivation"?
- "Motivation" is a noun in German.
