Bestreben
endeavor
A neuter noun (das Bestreben) meaning 'endeavor', deliberate effort toward a goal.
| Article | Plural | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| das Bestreben | die Bestreben | /bəˈʃtʁeːbn̩/ |
Example Sentences
Unser Bestreben ist es, die Qualität zu verbessern.
Our endeavor is to improve quality.
Im Bestreben nach Perfektion übertreibt er.
In his pursuit of perfection he exaggerates.
Das Bestreben nach Frieden ist universell.
The endeavor for peace is universal.
Compound Words
Bestrebung (die) — effort/aspiration
Common Mistakes
Wrong article: 'die Bestreben'
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