Spanish word

resistencia

Pronunciation

IPA/resisˈtenθja/

Meaning

  • feminine nounresistance

Example

No muestres resistencia ante los cambios.

Don't show resistance to change.

Illustration for resistencia (resistance)

More examples

Tengo resistencia para correr distancias largas.

I have the endurance to run long distances.

Core concept

A person pushing back against an order.

Common phrases

  • tener resistencia

    have the endurance

  • resistencia física

    physical endurance

  • resistencia mental

    mental endurance

Similar words

oposición: Opposes a proposal or pressure through a stated stance or actions.
rechazo: Rejects an offer, request, or proposal outright.
negación: Refuses to accept a reported fact or claim as true.
desacuerdo: Voices disagreement with an opinion, idea, or decision.

Definition in Spanish

Acto o disposición de negar o luchar contra algo impuesto, manifestado en rechazo o rebeldía.

Word origin

From medieval Latin resistencia, from re- "back" + sistere "to stand", originally meaning "standing against" and so "opposition or refusal".

Usage tips

  • When referring to a person's reaction, verbs like "mostrar resistencia" or "poner resistencia" signal active refusal, while "tener reservas" or "dudar" express milder reluctance.

Other meanings

  • endurancenoun
  • defiancenoun

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