die Ausdauer
Translation
endurance, stamina, perseverance
Examples
Marathonläufer brauchen viel Ausdauer.
Marathon runners need a lot of endurance.
Sie zeigte große Ausdauer bei dem Projekt.
She showed great perseverance on the project.
Grammar Patterns
to have endurance ((Ausdauer haben)) Marathon runners must have endurance.
to show perseverance ((Ausdauer zeigen)) You have to show perseverance in this task.
Similar Words
Synonyms: Geduld (patience), Beharrlichkeit (persistence); Antonyms: Ungeduld (impatience)
Etymology
From 'aus-' (out, through) and 'dauern' (to last, to endure). Literally, 'to last out' or 'to endure through'.
Memory Tips
Think of 'lasting out' (aus-dauern) a long race. That requires endurance.