human strength

[ˈhjuːmən ˈstreŋθ]
nounpl: human strengths
força humana
1. The physical power and muscular capacity of a person
It took all of his human strength to lift the heavy box.
Foi necessária toda a sua força humana para levantar a caixa pesada.
2. The mental, emotional, or moral resilience of a person
Her human strength allowed her to overcome the tragedy.
A sua força humana permitiu que superasse a tragédia.
3. The capacity and ability characteristic of humans as opposed to machines or animals
No machine can replace human strength and intuition in this job.
Nenhuma máquina pode substituir a força humana e a intuição neste trabalho.
In Brazilian culture, 'força humana' is frequently referenced in motivational contexts and social discussions about human resilience, particularly in contexts of social inequality and overcoming adversity. In the United States, the phrase is often used in fitness, workplace productivity, and self-help contexts. Both cultures value the concept as essential to human dignity and capability.
Synonyms / Sinônimos
physical powermuscular powerhuman capacityresiliencefortitudevigor
Antonyms / Antônimos
human weaknessfrailtyfragilityvulnerabilityfeebleness

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
força humana
Most common usage across Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
força humana
Standard usage, may use 'garra' (grit) for emotional strength
São Paulo
força humana
Business and technical contexts prefer formal term
Portugal
força humana
Identical usage; no significant regional variation

Related Words

endurancestaminadeterminationwillpowercapabilitypotency

Related Idioms & Phrases

with all one's human strength
beyond human strength
the strength of the human spirit
human strength knows no bounds
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