Obdulia (en. Obdulia)

/obˈdulja/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
noun
The ability to endure difficult situations with resignation.
The obdulia of the elderly is admirable in the face of life's difficulties.
La obdulia de los ancianos es admirable ante las dificultades de la vida.
The attitude of standing firm in the face of adversity.
She showed great obdulia during her illness.
Mostró una gran obdulia durante su enfermedad.
Resilience and emotional strength.
His obdulia in the face of failure led him to keep fighting.
Su obdulia ante el fracaso lo llevó a seguir luchando.

Etymology

The term obdulia comes from the Latin 'obdulia', which refers to patience and endurance.

Common Phrases and Expressions

To show obdulia in difficult times
To maintain calm and strength in adverse circumstances.
Mostrar obdulia en tiempos difíciles
To have a lot of obdulia
To demonstrate a great ability to endure difficult situations.
Tener mucha obdulia

Related Words

resilience
The ability to adapt and recover from adverse situations.
resiliencia
patience
The ability to wait or endure with tranquility.
paciencia
strength
The ability to face harsh situations with courage.
fortaleza

Slang Meanings

To be obstinate in certain situations
He is so obdulia that he never changes his mind, no matter what they tell him.
Él es tan obdulia que nunca cambia de opinión, sin importar lo que le digan.
To accept what life brings with serenity
That girl has a lot of obdulia; she always takes things calmly.
Esa chica tiene mucha obdulia, siempre toma las cosas con calma.