is enduring

[/ɪz ɪnˈdjʊərɪŋ/ or /ɪz ɛnˈdʊərɪŋ/]
verb phrase (present continuous/simple present)
está durando / está perdurando / está resistindo
1. continuing to exist or last over a period of time
This tradition is enduring and has been practiced for centuries.
Esta tradição está perdurando e tem sido praticada há séculos.
2. bearing or tolerating something difficult without complaint
She is enduring the pain with remarkable strength.
Ela está suportando a dor com uma força notável.
3. lasting, permanent, or capable of lasting
His is enduring legacy that will inspire generations to come.
Seu legado duradouro inspirará gerações futuras.
In Brazilian Portuguese, 'durando' is more commonly used for physical duration, while 'perdurando' emphasizes permanence and is often used for abstract concepts, traditions, or relationships. In American English, 'is enduring' often carries connotations of strength and perseverance, particularly valued in cultural narratives.
NYC Slang
holding up / hanging in there
Synonyms / Sinônimos
persistinglastingcontinuingbearingtoleratingwithstanding
Antonyms / Antônimos
ceasingendingfailingbreaking downgiving up

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
está durando / está perdurando
most commonly used in standard Brazilian Portuguese
Rio de Janeiro
tá durando / tá aguentando
informal spoken usage
São Paulo
está durando / está resistindo
standard usage in business and formal contexts
Portugal
está a durar / está a perdurar
European Portuguese uses 'estar a' + infinitive for continuous action

Related Words

endureendurancedurablepermanentresilientsteadfast

Related Idioms & Phrases

enduring the test of time
enduring hardship
enduring spirit
enduring bond
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