adjective

belastbar

resilient

Eine Person, die viel aushalten kann und auch bei Stress oder schwierigen Aufgaben ruhig und zuverlässig bleibt.

The German word "belastbar" is an adjective meaning "resilient", "durable", or "capable of handling stress".

  • It is made up of:
    • "Last" meaning "load" or "burden"
    • The suffix "-bar" which means "-able" or "capable of"

Similar words:

  • "widerstandsfähig" (resistant)
  • "robust" (robust)
  • "strapazierfähig" (hard-wearing, durable)

Difference:

  • "belastbar" emphasizes the ability to withstand pressure or stress, often physical or mental load.
  • "widerstandsfähig" focuses more on resistance especially against influences like disease or weather.
  • "robust" often stresses general strength or sturdiness.
  • "strapazierfähig" is commonly used for materials or objects emphasizing durability over time.

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Examples

Das Material bleibt auch unter großem Druck belastbar.adjective

The material remains resilient even under great pressure.

Die Mitarbeiter müssen in hektischen Zeiten besonders belastbar sein.adjective

The employees must be especially resilient in hectic times.

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