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耐
endure · bear · withstand · resist
N1On: たいKun: たえる、たえ
Memory Aid
The kanji 耐 depicts a person (乃) struggling to hold up a heavy weight, with only an 'inch' (寸, often seen as a hand or a small measure) of strength left. They are forced to ENDURE.
'Tai' — To TIE yourself down and ENDURE hardship.
Vocabulary
忍耐にんたいpatience, perseverance, endurance
耐久性たいきゅうせいdurability
耐えるたえるto bear, to endure
耐震たいしんearthquake resistant
Example Sentences
彼女はどんな困難にも耐える強い心の持ち主だ。
She is a strong-minded person who can endure any difficulty.
この製品は高い耐久性で知られています。
This product is known for its high durability.
その悲劇は耐えがたいものだった。
That tragedy was unbearable.
この時計は10気圧までの防水性能に耐えます。
This watch can withstand water pressure up to 10 atmospheres.