stamina
Translation
stamina, endurance, staying power
Examples
You need a lot of stamina to run a marathon.
You need a lot of stamina to run a marathon.
He has the mental stamina to handle the pressure.
He has the mental stamina to handle the pressure.
Grammar Patterns
((to have)) stamina to have physical or mental strength He has the stamina to finish the race.
stamina ((to do sth.)) the strength to do something She has the stamina to work 12-hour days.
Similar Words
Synonyms: endurance, resilience, fortitude; Antonyms: weakness, fatigue
Etymology
From Latin 'stamen' (thread of life), which the Romans believed determined a person's lifespan and vigour.
Memory Tips
Think of a 'standing man' (sta-man) who can stand for a long time because he has great stamina.