Spanish Conversation · Level 183
15 words
Spanish word
persistencia
Pronunciation
IPA/peɾsisˈtenθja/
Meaning
- feminine nounpersistence
Example
Con persistencia, aprenderás a hablar mejor.
With persistence, you will learn to speak better.
More examples
La persistencia en el trabajo trae buenos resultados.
Persistence at work brings good results.
Core concept
Person steadily climbing a long staircase.
Common phrases
tener persistencia
have persistence
con persistencia
with persistence
mostrar persistencia
show persistence
Similar words
perseverancia: Keeps working toward a goal without giving up.
constancia: Maintains regular daily routines and follows them through.
empeño: Applies strong, focused effort to accomplish a specific task.
tenacidad: Keeps tackling challenges with gritty determination despite setbacks.
Definition in Spanish
Actitud de perseverar en una tarea o propósito durante un periodo prolongado, mostrando constancia y resistencia.
Word origin
From Late Latin persistentia and ultimately from Latin persistere (per- 'through' + sistere 'to stand'), originally meaning 'standing firm' and extended to continued effort.
Usage tips
- Persistencia denotes sustained, goal-directed effort over time, while paciencia denotes patience or tolerance when waiting.
Other meanings
- perseverancenoun
Opposites
- inconstanciaficklenessnoun
- desistimientogiving upnoun
Related words
- persistirpersistverb
- persistentepersistentadjective