Expertlatin
- What is sisu in Latin?
- What is the Finnish idea of sisu?
- What does susu mean in Finnish?
- What is sisu in Japanese?
What is sisu in Latin?
Originally referred to one's physical interior (compare sisus, sisusta), hence the meaning 'core; spirit' and thus 'courage, determination'.
What is the Finnish idea of sisu?
Sisu is a Finnish concept described as stoic determination, tenacity of purpose, grit, bravery, resilience, and hardiness and is held by Finns themselves to express their national character. It is generally considered not to have a literal equivalent in English.
What does susu mean in Finnish?
Finnish sisu is so simple and straightforward that sometimes it takes a whole book to explain it. The Finnish word “sisu” is untranslatable, but that doesn't stop people from trying: determination, guts, hardiness, courage and willpower are some of the terms people use in English.
What is sisu in Japanese?
It means courage and determination topped with most likely the position of the underdog. Having sisu is an admirable trait. It is a widespread, motivating and positive concept.
