stamina
3 synonyms and 0 antonyms for stamina, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The physical or mental energy needed to keep doing something demanding over a long time.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use stamina
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Latin stamina, the plural of stamen, originally meaning "threads" (as in the threads of life spun by fate) — the sense shifted to mean lasting strength or endurance.
Full origin of stamina →Frequently asked questions
What does “stamina” mean?
The word “stamina” means the physical or mental energy needed to keep doing something demanding over a long time. In plain terms, the endurance to keep going without wearing out.
How do you pronounce “stamina”?
“Stamina” is pronounced STA-mih-nuh (/ˈstæmənə/ in IPA).
How do you use “stamina” in a sentence?
Here is “stamina” used in a sentence: “Marathon runners need serious stamina to finish the race.”
What part of speech is “stamina”?
“Stamina” is a noun.
Where does the word “stamina” come from?
The word “stamina” comes from Latin. From Latin stamina, the plural of stamen, originally meaning "threads" (as in the threads of life spun by fate) — the sense shifted to mean lasting strength or endurance.
Is “stamina” a common word?
“Stamina” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the C1 level.