German word

tatkräftig

Pronunciation

IPA/ˈtaːtˌkrɛftɪç/

Meaning

  • adjectiveenergetic

Example

Die Firma erhielt tatkräftige Hilfe von den Freiwilligen.

The company received strong support from the volunteers.

Illustration for tatkräftig (energetic)

More examples

Die Stadt ergriff tatkräftige Maßnahmen nach dem Sturm.

The city took vigorous measures after the storm.

Core concept

A project moves forward as capable hands turn plans into action.

Common phrases

  • tatkräftige Maßnahmen

    vigorous measures

  • tatkräftiges Eingreifen

    vigorous intervention

Similar words

aktiv: Taking initiative and actively participating in activities.
energisch: Acting with force, drive, and determination.
tatendurstig: Eager and ready to turn plans into action.
engagiert: Taking a committed and enthusiastic role in work or activities.

Definition in German

Bezeichnet Personen oder Maßnahmen, die mit Energie praktisch handeln und Dinge sichtbar voranbringen.

Word origin

Tatkräftig combines Tat, meaning 'deed' or 'action', with kräftig, meaning 'strong', and describes strength expressed through effective action.

Usage tips

  • In German, tatkräftig often modifies Hilfe or Unterstützung when practical support actively advances a task.

Other meanings

  • activeadjective

Opposites

  • trägeslow-movingadjective

Related words

  • Tatkraftenergynoun
  • Tatkräftigkeitvigornoun

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