スタミナ
Meanings
1
Refers to physical or mental staying power, often in contexts like sports, work, or daily fatigue.
I've built up stamina from running every day.
This job requires stamina.
2
noun-modifying (irregular)
stamina-boosting; energy-giving
Used prenominally for foods or dishes thought to build stamina, especially meat dishes with raw egg, garlic, or Chinese chives.
A classic stamina-boosting dish is stir-fried liver with Chinese chives.
Usage patterns
- スタミナをつけるto build up stamina
I'm trying to eat meals that build up stamina to prevent summer fatigue.
- スタミナ料理stamina-boosting dish (often meat with garlic or raw egg)
When I'm tired, I eat a stamina-boosting dish to regain my energy.
- スタミナが切れるto run out of stamina
I ran out of stamina in the second half.
- スタミナ不足lack of stamina
He couldn't finish the marathon due to a lack of stamina.