stamina
gb/stˈæmənə/ us/stˈæmənə/
B2
English
állóképesség, kitartás, stamina
NOUN
B2
1
állóképesség
B2
Usage pattern:
[someone] has (the) stamina to do [something]
You need a lot of stamina to run a marathon.
Sok állóképesség kell egy maraton lefutásához.
After a month of training, her stamina improved noticeably.
Egy hónap edzés után észrevehetően javult az állóképessége.
He didn’t have the stamina to carry the heavy boxes up three flights of stairs.
Learner examples
I want to build my stamina.
Szeretném fejleszteni az állóképességemet.
Cycling helps my stamina.
A biciklizés javítja az állóképességemet.
Common mistake:
Usually uncountable: say "have stamina" or "a lot of stamina," not "staminas." Often confused with "strength" (power) rather than endurance (lasting ability).
Meaning
physical endurance over time
Collocations
build stamina
|improve stamina
|increase stamina
|physical stamina
|cardiovascular stamina
|stamina training
|stamina levels
|lack stamina
|have the stamina to do something
|stamina for long-distance running
Synonyms
endurance (Very close; often used in sports and physical contexts.)
|
staying power (More informal; emphasizes lasting ability over time.)
Antonyms
fatigue (The state of being very tired, especially after effort.)
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exhaustion (Extreme tiredness that prevents continuing.)
Themes
health
|sports_fitness
|body
Definition
the ability to keep exercising or working for a long time
The physical strength and energy to continue doing something strenuous for a long time without getting tired.
NOUN
B2
2
kitartás
B1
Usage pattern:
[someone] has (the) stamina for [something]
Writing a thesis takes real stamina.
Egy szakdolgozat megírásához igazi kitartás kell.
She has the stamina to work through complex problems for hours.
Megvan benne a kitartás ahhoz, hogy órákon át dolgozzon összetett problémákon.
The course tests your stamina as much as your intelligence.
Learner examples
This job needs stamina.
Ehhez a munkához kitartás kell.
I don’t have the stamina to study all night.
Nincs elég kitartásom ahhoz, hogy egész éjjel tanuljak.
Common mistake:
Often used for long, demanding tasks; for short bursts, "energy" is usually more natural.
Meaning
mental endurance and persistence
Collocations
mental stamina
|emotional stamina
|the stamina to keep going
|stamina for long meetings
|stamina for studying
|stamina for problem-solving
|require stamina
|test someone’s stamina
|sustain stamina
|stamina to finish a project
Synonyms
perseverance (Focuses more on continuing despite difficulties.)
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resilience (Emphasizes recovering and continuing after setbacks.)
Antonyms
impatience (Inability to tolerate long effort or delay.)
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burnout (Mental/physical collapse after prolonged stress.)
Themes
work
|education
|psychology
Definition
the ability to keep trying for a long time
The ability to keep making an effort or staying focused for a long time, especially when something is difficult or boring.
NOUN
B2
TECHNICAL
3
állóképesség
B2
stamina
B2
Usage pattern:
[someone] uses [their] stamina to do [something]
Sprinting uses stamina, so you can’t run forever.
A sprintelés fogyasztja az állóképességet, ezért nem tudsz örökké futni.
Wait a moment for your stamina to regenerate.
Várj egy kicsit, amíg visszatöltődik az állóképességed.
Upgrading your gear increases your maximum stamina.
Learner examples
In this game, running uses stamina.
Ebben a játékban a futás állóképességet fogyaszt.
My stamina is low.
Kevés az állóképességem.
Common mistake:
This is a specialized gaming meaning; in everyday life, "stamina" refers to real endurance.
Meaning
action-energy in video games
Collocations
stamina bar
|stamina meter
|stamina regen
|regenerate stamina
|stamina cost
|stamina drain
|low stamina
|max stamina
|stamina management
|restore stamina
Synonyms
energy (Common in games, but more general than a specific stamina mechanic.)
Antonyms
depletion (The state of having no stamina left after using it.)
Themes
gaming
|technology
Definition
in games, an energy level for actions
In some video games, a limited amount of energy that is used for actions like running, dodging, or attacking and then gradually recovers.
Grammar
Dictionary form
stamina
IPA
GB/stˈæmənə/
US/stˈæmənə/
Syllables & stress
stam - ina (2 syllables)
Stress on 1st syllable (stam)
Word forms
Noun
- Base: stamina
- Plural: stamina
Expressions
build up stamina
1/bˈɪld ˈʌp stˈæmənə/
fixed phrase
increase endurance over time
to become able to exercise or work longer
Examples
- She started swimming to build up stamina for hiking trips.
- If you build up your stamina slowly, you’re less likely to get injured.
- It can take weeks to build up stamina after an illness.
Learner examples
- I will build up my stamina.
- Walking every day builds up stamina.
have the stamina to
1/hˈæv ðə stˈæmənə tə/
fixed phrase
be able to keep going
to be able to do something for a long time
Examples
- Do you have the stamina to run ten kilometers?
- He has the stamina to stay calm during long negotiations.
- I didn’t have the stamina to keep cleaning after midnight.
Learner examples
- She has the stamina to work late.
- I have the stamina to finish.
lack stamina
1/lˈæk stˈæmənə/
fixed phrase
not have enough endurance
to get tired quickly
Examples
- After the flu, he lacked stamina and needed frequent breaks.
- New runners often lack stamina at first.
- She doesn’t lack stamina, but she needs better technique.
Learner examples
- I lack stamina.
- He lacks stamina for long runs.
stamina bar
1/stˈæmənə bˈɑɹ/
fixed phrase
technical
game meter for stamina
a game bar that shows stamina
Examples
- Keep an eye on your stamina bar when you’re climbing.
- His stamina bar emptied after a few heavy attacks.
- Food items can refill the stamina bar.
Learner examples
- My stamina bar is empty.
- The stamina bar is full.
stamina training
1/stˈæmənə tɹˈeɪnɪŋ/
fixed phrase
training to improve endurance
training to be able to exercise longer
Examples
- Her coach added stamina training to her weekly plan.
- Stamina training is important for team sports like soccer.
- They do stamina training at lower intensity for longer periods.
Learner examples
- Stamina training helps me.
- I do stamina training twice a week.