Resistirá (en. Will resist)

/resiˈstira/

Meaning & Definition

EnglishSpanish
verb
To stand firm in the face of an attack or pressure.
She will resist the temptation to eat sweets.
Ella resistirá la tentación de comer dulce.
To survive a difficulty or adversity.
The building will withstand the earthquake.
El edificio resistirá el terremoto.
Not giving in to something that seeks to change your decision.
I trust that he will withstand social pressure.
Confío en que él resistirá la presión social.

Etymology

From Latin 'resistere', which means 'to oppose'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

resist the temptation
Not giving in to a desire that is considered wrong.
resistir la tentación
resist in the face of adversity
Standing firm in difficult times.
resistir ante la adversidad
resist pressure
Not yielding to the expectations or demands of others.
resistir a la presión

Related Words

resistance
The ability to oppose an effort or attack.
resistencia
resistant
Having the capacity to resist.
resistente
resistentialism
Doctrine that defends resistance against oppressive systems.
resistencialismo

Slang Meanings

Not letting oneself be influenced by others.
She will always resist what people say.
Ella siempre resistirá a lo que diga la gente.
Standing firm in the fight for what one believes.
I will always stand firm for my ideals.
Siempre resistiré por mis ideales.