resistencia
/resisˈtenθja/feminine
The English word "resistance" is translated into Spanish as resistencia. Wiktionary also lists oposición.
Meaning: act of resisting (noun)
Ways to say it
| Spanish | IPA | Note |
|---|---|---|
| resistencia | /resisˈtenθja/ /resisˈtensja/ |
feminine |
| oposición | /oposiˈθjon/ /oposiˈsjon/ |
feminine |
The term is used to describe the act of resisting, whether in a physical, psychological or scientific context (such as in fluids).
Which one should you use?
While resistencia refers to the physical or psychological act of resisting, oposición is used when the resistance takes the form of active disagreement or political/formal opposition.
How does it change in a sentence?
As a feminine noun, resistencia must be preceded by the feminine article la or feminine adjectives. If you wish to use the verb form of this noun, use resistir.
How do you pronounce it?
/resisˈtenθja/
Did you know?
- The word resistencia is also the common term used in many Spanish-speaking countries to refer to an 'electrical resistor' in a circuit.
- In a sports context, if you want to praise an athlete's endurance or stamina, you would say they have 'mucha resistencia' rather than using a word for 'strength'.
- A person who can endure great hardship or pain is often described as having resistencia, whereas in English the more common trait would be 'resilience'.
Examples in context
- El enemigo se rindió sin dar más resistencia.The enemy gave in without further resistance.This sentence shows how to describe an enemy surrendering without providing further resistencia.Tatoeba #1321780 by marcelostockle, translation #278674 by CM
- El camino de menos resistencia está siempre demasiado lleno.The path of least resistance is always too crowded.This sentence uses resistencia in the context of a path or route.Tatoeba #656104 by MondCivitano, translation #9819479 by DJ_Saidez
- El concepto de resistencia es igualmente aplicable en fluidos.The concept of resistance is just as applicable in fluids.This sentence demonstrates the use of resistencia when discussing scientific concepts like fluids.Tatoeba #1195774 by marcelostockle, translation #1195785 by marcelostockle
- La resistencia del material es impresionante.The resistance of the material is impressive.
- Los manifestantes expresaron su oposición al proyecto de ley.The protesters expressed their resistance to the bill.
- La oposición popular al régimen fue evidente.The popular resistance to the regime was evident.
- Mi mamá aguantó las críticas con mucha paciencia.My mom endured the criticism with a lot of patience.
- No sabía cómo resistir las ganas de reír.I didn't know how to resist the urge to laugh.
- Siempre resistimos las tentaciones juntos.We always resist temptations together.
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Example conversation
Two people are discussing a historical documentary in a cafe.
- AlejandroEsa película muestra la resistencia de los héroes.That movie shows the resistance of the heroes.
- LucíaSí, es una gran historia de resistencia.Yes, it is a great story of resistance.
- AlejandroLucía, ¿crees que fue suficiente?Lucia, do you think it was enough?
- LucíaFue un esfuerzo valiente, Alejandro.It was a brave effort, Alejandro.
Sources
- Wiktionary, “resistance” translations and entries resistencia, oposición, CC BY-SA 4.0, dump of 2026-09-26.
- Example sentences: Tatoeba CC BY 2.0 FR.
