English–German
“motive” in German
German
Pronunciation
IPA/moˈtiːf/
Example
Seine Motive für die Tat blieben unbekannt.
His motives for the act remained unknown.
How to say “motive” in German
“Motive” in German is Motiv.
An inner prompt explains a deed, while a repeated image or idea gives a work its character.
Example sentences with Motiv
Für viele Freiwillige ist das Motiv die Freude am Helfen.
For many volunteers, the motive is the joy of helping.
Tips for using Motiv
- The noun is neuter, so its singular form is das Motiv and its plural is die Motive.