This is the 13606th most frequent German word.
drang
"Drang" means "urge" or "drive" in English.
In this sentence, 'Drang' refers to a strong internal force or desire motivating the individual.
Er verstand nicht den Drang, der ihn antreib.
He did not understand the urge that drove him.
Here, 'Drang' represents a strong inclination or striving.
Der Drang zu lernen war stark in ihr.
The urge to learn was strong in her.
Here, 'drang' is the past form of the verb 'dringen,' meaning to penetrate or to force into.