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Describes a person or action that has a clear goal in mind and works toward achieving it in a determined and consistent way.
Sie ist eine sehr zielstrebige Managerin, die genau weiß, was sie will.
She is a very determined manager who knows exactly what she wants.
The word is made up of 'das Ziel' (the goal) and the verb 'streben' (to strive intensely for something). A 'zielstrebige' (determined) person is therefore someone who actively strives toward a goal.
Er verfolgt seine Karrierepläne sehr zielstrebig.
He pursues his career plans very determinedly.
'Zielstrebig' (determined) can be used as an adjective before a noun, as an adverb to describe a verb, or on its own with 'sein' (to be).
Eine zielstrebige Studentin bereitet sich gut auf ihre Prüfungen vor.
A determined student prepares well for her exams.
As an adverb, 'zielstrebig' (determinedly) is often combined with verbs such as 'arbeiten' (to work), 'vorgehen' (to proceed), 'handeln' (to act), or 'ein Ziel verfolgen' (to pursue a goal).
Um erfolgreich zu sein, muss man seine Ziele zielstrebig verfolgen.
To be successful, you have to pursue your goals determinedly.
The word has a strongly positive connotation. It describes determination and focus in a constructive way.
Ihre zielstrebige Art wird von ihren Kollegen sehr geschätzt.
Her determined manner is greatly appreciated by her colleagues.
consistent
'konsequent' and 'zielstrebig' can both describe a determined way of acting. However, 'zielstrebig' emphasizes the goal above all: someone knows exactly what they want to achieve and works toward it. 'konsequent' emphasizes steadiness more: someone sticks to a plan or principle and does not make unnecessary exceptions. If you want to say that someone is pursuing a clear goal, 'zielstrebig' fits especially well. If you want to say that someone is maintaining a consistent line, 'konsequent' is more precise.
Nach der Ausbildung will Maria zielstrebig an ihrer Karriere arbeiten.
After her training, Maria wants to work determinedly on her career.
Die Eltern bleiben konsequent, wenn es um feste Schlafzeiten geht.
The parents remain consistent when it comes to fixed bedtimes.