der Antrieb
Translation
drive, propulsion, impetus, motivation
Examples
Der Motor hat einen starken Antrieb.
The engine has a strong drive.
Sein Antrieb ist der Wunsch zu helfen.
His motivation is the desire to help.
Dem Team fehlt der richtige Antrieb.
The team lacks the right impetus.
Grammar Patterns
der Antrieb ((für et4)) the drive/motivation ((for sth.)) His motivation for the job is the money.
einen Antrieb haben to have drive/motivation She has a strong inner drive.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Motivation, Impuls, Schwung, Triebkraft; Antonyms: Antriebslosigkeit (lethargy)
Etymology
From the prefix 'an-' (on, toward) and 'Trieb' (drive), which comes from the verb 'treiben' (to drive). Literally 'a drive toward something'.
Memory Tips
Think of turning a machine 'an' (on) to give it 'Trieb' (drive).