Kraft Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Kraft" is mainly used as noun meaning "strength", "force" or "power". It is also used as preposition.

Essential properties of "Kraft"

Its most important properties are:

Properties as Noun

  • Gender: feminine
  • Singular: die Kraft
  • Plural: die Kräfte

Properties as Preposition

  • Governed cases: genitive
  • Functions: causal

Meanings of "Kraft" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "Physical strength or energy"

"Kraft", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er hob den schweren Stein mit aller Kraft.He lifted the heavy stone with all his strength.
  2. Die Kraft des Wassers kann Turbinen antreiben.The force of water can drive turbines.
  3. Sie sammelte ihre letzte Kraft, um das Rennen zu beenden.She gathered her last strength to finish the race.

2.) "By virtue of, due to"

"Kraft", when used with this meaning, acts as preposition.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Kraft seines Amtes konnte er die Entscheidung treffen.By virtue of his office, he could make the decision.
  2. Die Regelung tritt kraft Gesetzes in Kraft.The regulation comes into effect by force of law.
  3. Kraft ihrer Erfahrung löste sie das Problem schnell.By virtue of her experience, she solved the problem quickly.

3.) "Ability to influence"

"Kraft", when used with this meaning, acts as noun.

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Die Kraft der Medien beeinflusst die öffentliche Meinung.The power of the media influences public opinion.
  2. Er nutzte seine politische Kraft, um Veränderungen zu bewirken.He used his political power to bring about changes.
  3. Die Kraft der Worte kann Menschen inspirieren und motivieren.The power of words can inspire and motivate people.
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