～に耐える JLPT N1

Formation

Noun + に耐える

Explanation

The ～に耐える grammar point is used to express the concept of enduring or withstanding something, often involving a degree of difficulty or hardship. It can be translated as 'endure', 'withstand', or 'tolerate' in English. Here we focus on usage with nouns (e.g., a force or a hardship to endure).

Example sentences

• 彼は厳しい修行に耐えた。

  He endured the harsh training.

  Kare wa kibishii shugyou ni taeta.

• この橋は強風に耐えられる。

  This bridge can withstand strong winds.

  Kono hashi wa kyoufuu ni taerareru.

• 彼女は苦しみに耐えた。

  She endured the pain.

  Kanojo wa kurushimi ni taeta.

• この建物は地震に耐えることができます。

  This building can withstand an earthquake.

  Kono tatemono wa jishin ni taeru koto ga dekimasu.