resilient / load-bearing / reliable
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resilient
The ability of a person to withstand high pressure, stress, or difficult mental and physical demands.
Für diese anspruchsvolle Position suchen wir einen engagierten und belastbaren Mitarbeiter.
For this demanding position, we are looking for a committed and resilient employee.
The adjective is derived from the verb 'belasten' (to burden, to load). The ending '-bar' means that something has the property or ability to endure the action of the verb — that is, it 'belastet werden kann' (can be burdened/loaded).
Das Regal ist bis zu 50 Kilogramm belastbar.
The shelf can support up to 50 kilograms.
The context makes the meaning clear: if you are talking about a person, it refers to mental strength. With an object, it is about physical stability. With information or data, it refers to reliability.
Als Managerin muss sie sehr belastbar sein.
As a manager, she has to be very resilient.
In connection with people, 'belastbar' (resilient) is often used in job advertisements. Typical combinations are 'psychisch belastbar' (mentally resilient), 'körperlich belastbar' (physically resilient), or simply as a general requirement for applicants.
Wir suchen eine flexible und belastbare Persönlichkeit für unser Team.
We are looking for a flexible and resilient person for our team.
When it comes to information, 'belastbar' (reliable) is often combined with nouns such as 'Daten' (data), 'Zahlen' (figures), 'Beweise' (evidence), or 'Aussagen' (statements). It emphasizes the trustworthiness of the information.
Die Polizei hat noch keine belastbaren Beweise gegen den Verdächtigen.
The police do not yet have any reliable evidence against the suspect.
strong
'stark' and 'belastbar' can both describe a person or material that can withstand a lot. 'stark' is broader and can simply mean physical strength or inner strength. 'belastbar', on the other hand, emphasizes that someone or something does not quickly give in under pressure, stress, weight, or long use. For people, 'belastbar' fits especially in work, sports, or difficult situations. For objects or structures, it means that they can carry a heavy load. 'stark' is more like saying: has a lot of strength; 'belastbar' is more like saying: can withstand strain.
Für diese Stelle sucht die Firma jemanden, der auch in stressigen Wochen belastbar ist.
For this position, the company is looking for someone who is resilient even during stressful weeks.
Trotz der schlechten Nachricht blieb Sofia stark und kümmerte sich um ihre Familie.
Despite the bad news, Sofia stayed strong and took care of her family.