Spanish Conversation · Level 44
75 words
Spanish word
estable
Pronunciation
IPA/esˈtaβle/
Meaning
- adjectivestable
Example
La situación es estable.
The situation is stable.
More examples
La conexión de internet no es estable y se corta con frecuencia.
The internet connection is not stable and cuts out frequently.
Core concept
A table that does not wobble.
Common phrases
situación estable
stable situation
relación estable
stable relationship
conexión estable
stable connection
Similar words
constante: Keeps the same level over time with little variation.
tranquilo: Has a calm, quiet atmosphere or mind, free from agitation.
equilibrado: Shows even balance between parts so no side overwhelms another.
regular: Remains within a normal range without big ups or downs.
Definition in Spanish
Que se mantiene sin cambios bruscos en su estado o en su comportamiento y muestra firmeza o equilibrio.
Word origin
From Latin stabilis 'firm', formed from the verb stare 'to stand', it develops the sense of standing firm and not changing abruptly.
Usage tips
- Estar estable refers to temporary states such as health or weather, while ser estable describes inherent qualities, systems, or rules.
Other meanings
- settledadjective
- constantadjective
Related words
- estabilidadstabilitynoun
- establecerestablishverb
- establecidoestablishedadjective