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A serious and goal-oriented attempt or ongoing effort to achieve something specific.
Ihr ständiges Bestreben, sich weiterzubilden, ist wirklich bewundernswert.
Her constant endeavor to continue her education is truly admirable.
'Das Bestreben' (the endeavor) is the nominalization of the verb 'streben' (to strive). It describes the action or state of striving toward a goal.
Sein ganzes Streben war auf den Erfolg des Unternehmens ausgerichtet.
All his striving was directed toward the success of the company.
Very often, the goal of the 'Bestreben' (endeavor) is expressed with an infinitive construction using 'zu' (to). This construction follows directly after the noun.
Das Bestreben, die Umwelt zu schützen, eint viele Menschen.
The endeavor to protect the environment unites many people.
Common verbs used with 'Bestreben' (endeavor) are 'haben' (to have) or 'zeigen' (to show). Typical adjectives are 'ernsthaft' (serious), 'ständig' (constant), or 'politisch' (political).
Die Firma hat das ernsthafte Bestreben, nachhaltiger zu produzieren.
The company has the serious endeavor to produce more sustainably.
to strive / to trouble
Bemühen and Bestreben both refer to making an effort toward a goal. Bemühen refers more to the concrete effort made in a particular situation, while Bestreben emphasizes a lasting, goal-oriented intention. Use bemühen for the action and Bestreben for a longer-term commitment or direction.
Das Bestreben der Stadt ist es, den Verkehr dauerhaft zu verbessern.
The city's aim is to improve traffic permanently.
Die Stadt bemüht sich, den Verkehr in diesem Jahr zu verbessern.
The city is working to improve traffic this year.
