Endured Meaning in English
word · lemma: endure
/ɛnˈdjʊɹd/, /ɪnˈdʊɹd/
en-DYOORD or in-DYOORD
/ɛndjˈɔːd/
en-DYAWRD
Definition
To suffer, experience, or last through something difficult or painful for a long time without giving up.
Usage & Nuances
"Endured" is formal and often used for hardship or something unpleasant that lasts over time. Common phrases: "endured hardship", "endured pain". Not usually used for short or minor discomforts. Don't confuse with "enjoyed".
Spanish: soportar - aguantar - resistirPortuguese (BR): suportar - aguentar - resistirPortuguese (PT): suportar - aguentar - resistirChinese (Simplified): 忍受 - 经受Chinese (Traditional): 忍受 - 經受Hindi: सहना - झेलनाArabic: تحمّل - صمدBengali: সহ্য করেছিলেন - কষ্ট পেয়েছিলেনRussian: вытерпел - перенёсJapanese: 耐えたVietnamese: chịu đựngKorean: 견뎠다Turkish: katlandıUrdu: برداشت کیاIndonesian: menanggung - bertahan
Example Sentences
She endured the cold winter without complaint.
basic
The old bridge has endured many storms.
basic
He endured pain after the surgery.
basic
They endured years of hardship to build a better life.
natural
The team endured a tough season, but never gave up.
natural
My grandparents endured a lot during the war.
natural