Entereza (en. Fortitude)

/enteˈɾeθa/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
Firmness in character or morals.
His fortitude allowed him to withstand the pressure from his colleagues.
Su entereza le permitió resistir la presión de sus colegas.
The quality of acting with courage and determination.
She showed fortitude in facing her illness.
Demostró entereza al enfrentar su enfermedad.
Understanding the situation with clarity and tranquility.
Despite the adversities, she maintained her emotional fortitude.
A pesar de las adversidades, mantuvo su entereza emocional.

Etymology

From Latin 'integritatem', meaning 'integrity' or 'fortitude'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

with fortitude
To act with courage and firmness in difficult situations.
con entereza
lose one's fortitude
To faint or lose control in a stressful situation.
perder la entereza
maintain one's fortitude
To keep calm and determined despite challenges.
mantener la entereza

Related Words

firmness
The quality of being firm and resolute in decisions.
firmeza
courage
The ability to face fear or adversity.
valentía
integrity
Conformity of actions with moral values.
integridad

Slang Meanings

Refers to the ability to withstand criticism or pressure.
You have to have fortitude to endure what they say about you.
Tienes que tener entereza para soportar lo que dicen de ti.
To describe a person who acts with a lot of determination.
She always shows fortitude in her decisions.
Ella siempre muestra entereza en sus decisiones.