stand up to

tenere testa a, opporsi a

Non lasciarsi intimidire o trattare male da qualcuno.

In inglese semplice: To refuse to let someone frighten you or treat you badly.

• You must stand up to him.
• She stood up to the school bully.
• Why does nobody stand up to that manager?

Come si usa: stand up to someone (She finally stood up to her boss.)

Sinonimi: resist, defy, confront

Contrari: submit

Espressioni comuni: stand up to someone, stand up to bullies

resistere a, sopportare

Restare forte o in buone condizioni nonostante danni, pressioni o situazioni difficili.

In inglese semplice: To stay strong or in good condition despite damage, pressure, or difficult conditions.

• This coat stands up to rain.
• The cheap chairs did not stand up to daily use.
• Will the roof stand up to another winter?

Come si usa: stand up to something (These boots stand up to heavy use.)

Sinonimi: withstand, resist, survive

Espressioni comuni: stand up to wear, stand up to pressure