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耐久力 (たいきゅうりょく) Japanese meaning | Kotomora
Meanings 1
noun
durability ; stamina ; endurance
Refers to the ability of a person, machine, or material to withstand prolonged stress, use, or hardship without breaking or giving up. Often used in contexts of physical strength, mechanical reliability, or mental perseverance.
Marathon runners need strong mental strength and stamina.
Similar words 耐たい 久きゅう 性せい 耐久性 emphasizes the property or quality of being durable, often used for materials or products, while 耐久力 focuses more on the capacity or power to endure, applicable to both living beings and objects.
持じ 久きゅう 力りょく 持久力 is specifically about sustaining effort over time, commonly used in sports and physical training, whereas 耐久力 has a broader scope including resistance to wear and tear.
Etymology Compound of 耐久 (taikyū, 'endurance, durability') and 力 (ryoku, 'power, strength'). The word is a straightforward Sino-Japanese formation.
