Sisu is a Finnish word variously translated as stoic determination, tenacity of purpose, grit, bravery, resilience, and hardiness. It is held by Finns to express their national character. It is generally considered not to have a single-word literal equivalent in English (tenacity, grit, resilience, and hardiness are much the same things, but do not necessarily imply stoicism or bravery).
In recent years, sociologists and psychologists have conducted research on sisu, attempting to quantify it and identify its effects, beneficial and harmful, in both individuals and populations.
SISU - Ni neno la asili ya Ki-finland, lisilo na tafsiri ya moja kwa moja, lakini lenye dhima ya kuonesha ujasiri na maamuzi magumu yasiyofikirika.
Sifa hii ya SISU hujidhihirisha wazi pale ambapo matumaini yote hupotea.
Vita ya pili ya dunia ilikuwa inaelekea kumalizika na Ujerumani kinara...
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