überstehst

überstehst is a German verb. It is the second-person singular present tense form of the verb überstehen. überstehen generally means to survive, to endure, to withstand, or to get through something difficult. The literal translation involves "über" meaning over or above, and "stehen" meaning to stand. Thus, it can be understood as standing over or above a challenge, implying successful navigation of hardship.

In practice, überstehst would be used in a sentence when directly addressing one person (singular "you") and describing their ability to overcome a specific ordeal. For example, "Ich hoffe, du überstehst diese schwierige Zeit gut" translates to "I hope you get through this difficult time well." The verb can apply to physical dangers, emotional distress, illness, or any form of adversity. It signifies resilience and the capacity to emerge from a challenging situation intact. The conjugation of überstehen is regular in the present tense for most persons, with the stem change occurring in the second and third person singular. Therefore, "du überstehst" is the standard form for this specific person and tense.