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Die Zähne zusammenbeißen

To endure pain or a difficult situation with determination and without complaining

In German

Die Zähne zusammenbeißen

Dee TSAY-ne tsoo-ZAM-men-by-sen
Literal Translation
To bite one's teeth together
Meaning
To endure pain or a difficult situation with determination and without complaining.

Equivalent:"To grit one's teeth"

Example Sentences

  1. 1

    Es ist schwer, aber du musst die Zähne zusammenbeißen und durchhalten.

    It's hard, but you have to grit your teeth and persevere.

  2. 2

    Er biss die Zähne zusammen und beendete das Rennen, obwohl er Schmerzen hatte.

    He gritted his teeth and finished the race, even though he was in pain.

FAQ

How do you say "To endure pain or a difficult situation with determination and without complaining" in German?

"To endure pain or a difficult situation with determination and without complaining" in German is "Die Zähne zusammenbeißen" (Dee TSAY-ne tsoo-ZAM-men-by-sen). Example: Es ist schwer, aber du musst die Zähne zusammenbeißen und durchhalten..

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