resiste
“resiste” means “resists” in Spanish ((he/she/it resists)).
resists, withstands, resist
Also: endures, defies
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Este material resiste el calor y la humedad.
A2This material resists heat and humidity.
Él siempre resiste la tentación de comer dulces.
B1He always resists the temptation to eat sweets.
¡Resiste! Ya casi llegamos a la cima de la montaña.
B1Resist! We are almost at the top of the mountain.
¿Usted resiste la presión en el trabajo?
B2Do you (formal) handle the pressure at work?
Subjunctive
Imperfect Subjunctive
Present Subjunctive
Indicative
Imperfect
Present
Preterite
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Which sentence uses 'resiste' as a command?
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Comes directly from the Latin verb *resistere*, formed by combining the prefix *re-* (meaning 'back' or 'again') and *sistere* (meaning 'to stand' or 'to cause to stand'). Essentially, it means 'to stand back against' something.
First recorded: 13th century
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is 'resistir' a stem-changing verb?
No, 'resistir' is a completely regular -ir verb. Its stem (resist-) never changes, which makes it very easy to conjugate compared to tricky verbs like 'dormir' or 'pedir'.
What is the difference between 'resiste' and 'resista'?
'Resiste' is used for facts or informal commands ('Tú resiste' - You resist!). 'Resista' is the form used for wishes, doubts, or formal commands ('Usted resista' - You [formal] resist!).