Szívósság

Szívósság is a Hungarian noun describing the quality of being tenacious or persistent. It denotes the tendency to pursue goals with sustained effort, resilience and, in some contexts, stubbornness in the face of difficulties. The term is used across various domains, such as sports, business, education and everyday life, to characterize individuals or groups that keep working toward a goal despite obstacles, fatigue or setbacks.

In sports, szívósság is often praised as a player's or team’s high work rate, mental toughness and willingness to push through exhaustion. In business and entrepreneurship, it can refer to persistence in pursuing opportunities, overcoming challenges, and continuing initiatives despite setbacks. In education or personal development, szívósság describes sustained focus and commitment over long periods.

The nuance of szívósság depends on context and tone. It carries a positive sense when linked to resilience, grit and perseverance, but it can have a negative connotation if it implies obstinacy or rigidity, such as refusing to adapt strategies or heed feedback. Related Hungarian terms include kitartás (perseverance) and állhatatosság (steadfastness), which convey similar ideas with slightly different emphases.

See also: kitartás, állhatatosság, grit, resilience.