resistensiya
resistensíya with stress marks
resistance
Usage Note
Resistensiya is a Spanish loanword used in political, physical, and medical contexts — from resistance movements to a material's resistance to stress to the body's immunity. In Philippine history, the term carries patriotic connotations connected to anti-colonial and martial law resistance.
Examples
" Mahina ang resistensiya ko. "
Natural Translation
My resistance is weak.
Literal Translation
Weak the resistance my.
" Mahina ang kanyang resistensiya laban sa sakit. "
Natural Translation
His/Her resistance against illness is weak.
Literal Translation
Weak the his/her resistance against illness.
" Dahil sa kakulangan ng tulog at masustansyang pagkain, bumagsak ang resistensiya niya laban sa mga karaniwang sakit. "
Natural Translation
Because of the lack of sleep and nutritious food, his resistance against common illnesses dropped.
Literal Translation
Because of lack of sleep and nutritious food, dropped the resistance his against common illnesses.
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