nounnounadjective

el estable

stable

Que se mantiene igual y no cambia con facilidad.

The Spanish word "estable" translates to "stable" in English.

Meaning:

  1. Stable (emotionally or physically): Refers to something or someone that is steady, firm, or not likely to change suddenly.

    • Example: A person with stable emotions, a stable economy.
  2. Stable (structural): Describes something that is physically steady and secure, not likely to fall or collapse.

    • Example: A stable table or chair.

Word parts:

  • "estable" is an adjective and does not typically break down into smaller meaningful parts easily.
  • It comes from the Latin word stabilis, meaning "stable" or "steadfast."

Synonyms:

  • firme (firm)
  • sólido (solid)
  • constante (constant)
  • seguro (secure)
  • estable (the same word used as a synonym in some contexts, e.g., "un trabajo estable"—a stable job)

Antonyms:

  • inestable (unstable)
  • débil (weak)
  • variable (variable)
  • inseguro (insecure)

Summary:

"estable" is a positive adjective generally used to express firmness, security, and lack of significant change or fluctuation, both physically and emotionally or in abstract contexts like situations or states.

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Examples

El puente es muy estable y seguro.adjective

The bridge is very stable and safe.

Buscamos una base más estable para el experimento.adjective

We are looking for a more stable base for the experiment.

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