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/resisˈtenθja/ ES
/resisˈtensja/ MX
Translation
resistance, endurance
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Word origin
From Latin resistentia, from resistere ('to stand back, withstand'), from re- ('back') plus sistere ('to stand'). English 'resist' and 'resistance' share the root.
- Origin
- Latin
- Root
- resistentia
- English cognates
- resist, resistance
Grammar
Examples
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The athlete trains his endurance every day.
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The bridge offers great resistance to the wind.
invasor .
The resistance against the invader lasted for years.
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He ran the marathon with astonishing endurance.
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The material has a high resistance to heat.
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Start your free week (no card)This word is taught in chapter 25, lesson 1: resistencia, generoso, arroz and 7 more words.