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stamina

[/ˈstæmɪnə/]
noun
resistência
1. The physical or mental strength to sustain prolonged effort or exertion
Marathon runners need exceptional stamina to complete the race.
Corredores de maratona precisam de resistência excepcional para completar a prova.
2. Endurance; the ability to withstand hardship or adversity
Her stamina during the difficult times was admirable.
Sua resistência durante os tempos difíceis foi admirável.
NYC Slang
heart; grit (informal synonyms used to describe determination)
Synonyms
enduranceresiliencefortitudestaying powerpersistence
Antonyms
weaknessfrailtyfatigueexhaustion

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
resistência
Most common term used in everyday contexts and sports
Rio de Janeiro
resistência
Standard usage, same as general Brazilian
São Paulo
resistência
Standard usage, same as general Brazilian
Portugal
resistência
Same translation used, though 'energia' or 'vigor' may be used in some contexts

Related Idioms & Phrases

test one's stamina
build stamina
lack stamina
show stamina
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