stomach
Translation
stomach, belly, tummy
Examples
My stomach hurts after eating.
My stomach hurts after eating.
I have no stomach for horror movies.
I have no stomach for horror movies.
Grammar Patterns
((possessive pronoun)) stomach referring to one's own stomach. My stomach hurts.
have the stomach for ((sth.)) to have the courage or inclination for something. I have no stomach for horror movies.
Similar Words
Synonyms: belly, abdomen, gut, tummy
Etymology
From Greek 'stomakhos' (throat, gullet), which comes from 'stoma' (mouth). The meaning shifted over time.
Memory Tips
As a verb, 'to stomach something' means to tolerate it. Picture trying to digest something you dislike.