verb

aushalten

endure

Es bedeutet, etwas Schwieriges oder Unangenehmes über eine bestimmte Zeit hinweg zu ertragen oder durchzustehen.

The German word "aushalten" is a verb that means "to endure" or "to sustain". It is derived from "aus" (out) and "halten" (to hold). "Aushalten" is commonly used in contexts where someone must tolerate or withstand discomfort, pain, or difficult situations.

Similar words in German include:

  • "ertragen" (to bear)
  • "durchhalten" (to persevere)
  • "ausstehen" (to endure).

Differences:

  • Ertragen: Often implies enduring something passively over a period, especially suffering or unpleasant experiences.

  • Durchhalten: Suggests persevering with determination through a challenge or difficult task, often emphasizing effort and persistence.

  • Ausstehen: Less commonly used, similar to "ertragen," but can imply tolerating annoyances or minor discomforts.

Each of these words has nuances that reflect different aspects or contexts of enduring or withstanding challenges.

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Examples

Ich kann diese Hitze nicht aushalten.verb

I can't endure this heat.

Man muss den Schmerz manchmal einfach aushalten.verb

Sometimes one simply has to endure the pain.

Er hält die Kälte gut aus.verb

He endures the cold well.

Er kann das lange Training aushalten.verb

He can endure the long training.

Sie hält es dort nicht lange aus.verb

She does not endure it there for long.

Man muss das bis zum Ende aushalten.verb

One has to endure this until the end.

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