des Bestrebens
Translation
of the effort, of the endeavor, of the striving
Examples
Das ist des Bestrebens wert.
That is worth the effort.
Das Ziel seines Bestrebens war Erfolg.
The goal of his endeavor was success.
Grammar Patterns
to be worth sth. ((et2)) That is worth the effort.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Bemühen (effort), Anstrengung (exertion), Ziel (goal)
Etymology
This is the genitive singular form of 'das Bestreben', which comes from the verb 'streben' (to strive) with the prefix 'be-'.
Memory Tips
Recognize the '-s' ending as a typical sign of the genitive case for masculine and neuter nouns, indicating possession ('of the...').