Standhalten Translations, meanings and synonyms

"Standhalten" is used as verb with the meaning of "to withstand", "to resist" or "to endure".

Essential properties of "standhalten"

Its most important properties are:

Properties

  • Infinitive: standhalten
  • Simple past: hielt stand
  • Participle: standgehalten

See full conjugation of standhalten

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Note: These properties are not absolute. A transitive verb can be used intransitively and vice versa depending on context, and many verbs can be used reflexively even though they are not primarily reflexive.

Meanings of "standhalten" + more translations, synonyms and antonyms

It has the meanings and uses detailed below:

1.) "To resist or endure without yielding"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er konnte dem Druck der Konkurrenz standhalten.He could withstand the pressure of the competition.
  2. Die Brücke muss dem starken Sturm standhalten.The bridge must withstand the strong storm.
  3. Sie hat es geschafft, den Herausforderungen standzuhalten.She managed to withstand the challenges.

2.) "To remain firm in a position or belief"

📝 Some usage examples:
  1. Er konnte seiner Meinung standhalten.He could stand by his opinion.
  2. Sie hat ihren Prinzipien standgehalten.She stood by her principles.
  3. Trotz Kritik hielt er an seiner Entscheidung stand.Despite criticism, he stood by his decision.
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