der Tatendrang
Translation
drive to take action, urge to act, energy, dynamism
Examples
Nach dem Urlaub war er voller Tatendrang.
After the holiday, he was full of drive.
Ihr jugendlicher Tatendrang ist ansteckend.
Her youthful urge to act is contagious.
Grammar Patterns
to be full of drive/energy Sie ist immer voller Tatendrang.
to feel an urge to act Nach dem Kaffee verspürte er neuen Tatendrang.
Similar Words
Synonyms: energy, motivation, drive; Antonyms: lethargy, sluggishness
Etymology
Composed of 'Tat' (deed, action) and 'Drang' (urge, drive). Literally 'action-urge'.
Memory Tips
Imagine a strong 'Drang' (urge) to do a 'Tat' (deed).