endure in English
- endure⇄endure, verb, -dured,-during.
- endure⇄v.i. 1. to keep on; last; continue in existence.
Ex. Metal and stone endure for a long time. The Lord shall endure for ever (Psalms 9:7).
2. to hold out; suffer patiently.
Ex. ""I can't endure much longer,"" he whispered. - endure⇄v.t. to put up with; bear; stand.
Ex. The wounded man endured much pain. How small of all that human hearts endure, That part which laws or kings can cause or cure! (Samuel Johnson).
(SYN) suffer, tolerate, experience.
endure in Sindhi سنڌي
endure in Urdu اُردُو
Endure
Part of Speech
Verb
Pronunciation
IPA: /ɪnˈdjʊə(r)/ (British), /ɪnˈdʊr/ (American)
Phonetic: in-DYUR or in-DOOR
Definitions
- To suffer patiently through hardship or pain.
- To last for a long period of time.
- To tolerate or bear something unpleasant.
Usage Examples
- "She had to endure the long journey through the desert."
- "His legacy will endure for generations."
Etymology
From Old French "endurere," from Latin "indurare" meaning "to harden, make lasting."
Synonyms
Tolerate, Persevere, Withstand, Suffer
Antonyms
Give up, Surrender, Collapse
Translations - Global Languages
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Spanish | soportar | so-por-TAR |
| French | endurer | ahn-dyoo-RAY |
| German | ertragen | er-TRAH-gen |
| Russian | терпеть | ter-PYET' |
| Chinese | 忍受 | rěn shòu |
| Japanese | 耐える | taeru |
| Arabic | تحمل | tahammal |
Translations - Indian Languages
| Language | Translation | Pronunciation |
|---|---|---|
| Hindi | सहन करना | sahan karna |
| Bengali | সহ্য করা | shohjo kora |
| Telugu | భరించు | bharinchu |
| Marathi | सहन करणे | sahan karne |
| Tamil | தாங்கு | thaangu |
| Gujarati | સહન કરવું | sahan karvu |
Regional Pronunciation Variations
- British English: /ɪnˈdjʊə(r)/
- American English: /ɪnˈdʊr/
Historical Usage
The word "endure" has been commonly used in literature and religious texts to describe perseverance through adversity.
Cultural Nuances
In various cultures, endurance is regarded as a key virtue symbolizing patience, strength, and perseverance.
More Information
"Endure" is often associated with physical and mental resilience, making it a central theme in philosophy, sports, and self-development.