verb
standhalten
withstand
Es bedeutet, einer schwierigen Situation, Kraft oder Belastung nicht nachzugeben und weiter stabil oder stark zu bleiben.
The German word "standhalten" is a verb composed of two parts:
- stand (from "stehen" = to stand)
- halten = to hold.
Meaning:
"Standhalten" means to withstand, to resist, or to endure something, especially in the sense of enduring pressure, attacks, or difficult conditions without giving in.
Similar words:
- widerstehen (to resist)
- aushalten (to endure)
- durchhalten (to persevere)
Difference:
- Standhalten often refers specifically to actively holding one's position against an external force.
- Widerstehen emphasizes resisting influence or temptation.
- Aushalten focuses more on enduring discomfort or hardship.
- Durchhalten highlights perseverance over time until the end.
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Examples
Das Gebäude kann dem Sturm nicht standhalten.verb
The building cannot withstand the storm.
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