die Leistungsreserve
Translation
performance reserves, power reserves, capacity reserves
Examples
Der Motor hat noch große Leistungsreserven.
The engine still has large power reserves.
Der Athlet mobilisierte seine letzten Leistungsreserven.
The athlete mobilized his last performance reserves.
Grammar Patterns
to have ((performance reserves)) The new computer still has performance reserves.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Kraftreserven (power reserves), Potenzial (potential)
Etymology
From 'Leistung' (performance, power) + 'Reserven' (reserves). Literally 'performance reserves'.
Memory Tips
Think of the reserve fuel tank in a car, but for 'performance' or power. It's the extra capacity you haven't used yet.