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Maintaining a firm conviction or attitude and not letting pressure, difficulties, or temptations dissuade one from it.
Trotz aller Kritik blieb die Politikerin bei ihrer Meinung standhaft.
Despite all the criticism, the politician remained steadfast in her opinion.
The adjective 'standhaft' (steadfast) is derived from the noun 'der Stand' (stance/position). It literally describes a person who has a firm stance and does not easily change their position.
Der Zeuge blieb auch im Kreuzverhör standhaft bei seiner Aussage.
The witness remained steadfast in his statement even under cross-examination.
A very common and natural combination is 'standhaft bleiben' (to remain steadfast). This emphasizes that someone maintains their attitude over a longer period of time or despite resistance.
Obwohl alle gegen ihn waren, blieb er standhaft.
Although everyone was against him, he remained steadfast.
To express what someone is steadfast about, the preposition 'bei' followed by the dative is often used. Typical phrases are 'bei seiner Meinung bleiben' (to stick to one's opinion) or 'bei seiner Entscheidung bleiben' (to stick to one's decision).
Sie blieb standhaft bei ihrem Entschluss, das Unternehmen zu verlassen.
She remained steadfast in her decision to leave the company.
brave
Tapfer is appropriate when someone patiently endures pain or another unpleasant situation without complaining. Standhaft is appropriate when someone maintains an attitude or conviction despite pressure, difficulties, or temptations.
Trotz des starken Drucks blieb Nina standhaft und änderte ihre Aussage nicht.
Despite the intense pressure, Nina remained steadfast and did not change her statement.
Trotz der Schmerzen hielt Nina die Behandlung tapfer aus.
Despite the pain, Nina bravely endured the treatment.
